Director, External Affairs – Spain

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Job Title: Director, External Affairs – Spain
Location: Spain
Reports to: Sr Director European Corporate Affairs
Dotted Line: Head of San Ciprián

Role Overview:

Alcoa is seeking a Director, External Affairs – Spain to lead all government and external affairs efforts at the national and regional levels, serving as a key strategic advisor to the Head of San Ciprián and European leadership.

This role will shape and drive Alcoa’s external engagement strategy, enhance advocacy efforts, and strengthen the company’s reputation in Spain.

The Director will be responsible for developing and executing high-impact government affairs strategies, fostering critical stakeholder relationships, and ensuring alignment between external affairs and business objectives.

This position requires a seasoned leader with a strong network in Spain’s political and regulatory landscape, particularly in industrial and energy sectors.

Key Responsibilities:
• Serve as Alcoa’s primary representative with federal and regional governments in Spain, driving policy discussions and regulatory engagement to support business priorities.
• Develop and execute a comprehensive external affairs strategy, ensuring proactive management of government relations, industry partnerships, and community engagement.
• Advise senior leadership on political, regulatory, and public affairs risks and opportunities, providing insights that shape business decisions.
• Lead Alcoa’s advocacy efforts on key legislative and regulatory matters, proactively engaging with policymakers, trade associations, and third-party organizations.
• Establish and strengthen relationships with key government officials, regulatory authorities, industry leaders, and local communities to enhance Alcoa’s influence and reputation.
• Oversee stakeholder engagement initiatives, including crisis communication and issue management, to protect and advance Alcoa’s business interests.
• Ensure compliance with all legal, ethical, and corporate governance requirements in external affairs activities.
• Represent Alcoa in high-level industry forums, public policy discussions, and media engagements as required.
• Lead and mentor a team, fostering a high-performance culture within the external affairs function.

Qualifications & Experience:
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Political Science, Public Affairs, Communications, or a related field.
• 15+ years of experience in government relations, external affairs, or public policy, with a track record of influencing high-level decision-making.
• Strong knowledge of Spain’s political, regulatory, and economic environment, particularly in industrial and energy sectors.
• Demonstrated leadership in managing complex stakeholder enviro...