Manager Government Relations & Public Policy (m/f/x) (German speaking)

The role

As a Manager Government Relations & Public Policy you will be responsible for managing the political work and stakeholder engagement on different files in the area of food and sustainability policy in Germany, the EU and across HelloFresh’s global markets.

As part of your responsibilities, you will conduct risk assessments, track relevant legislation, develop strategies and campaigns, manage associations, and engage with external stakeholders. 

HelloFresh's Public Policy team covers a wide range of topics, including e-commerce and digital policy, circular economy and sustainability policy, as well as food and agricultural policy. The new position is intended to strengthen the expertise and capacities of the global team in our engagement on food and sustainability policy topics.

Above all, we are looking for people who will make HelloFresh better. We believe there are many different ways of developing skills and we love diverse experiences! So even if you don’t “tick all the boxes” but think you’d thrive in this role, we would really like to learn more about you.

What you’ll do

• Develop a strategic positioning and engagement plans for food and sustainability policy files in the EU and across HelloFresh’s global markets
• Lead HelloFresh’s engagement on files and political issues relevant for young European scale ups in the food sector 
• Represent HelloFresh at food industry gatherings, trade associations and coalition meetings
• Conceptualize studies and reports to drive the debate around HelloFresh
• Closely collaborate with senior stakeholders across the business and markets
• Engage with key political and wider public stakeholders to establish a trustful dialogue
• Define business related objectives and metrics and help create and advance market strategies in line with stakeholders expectations

What you’ll bring

• You have at least 3 - 5 years of relevant experience and have a strong understanding of the German and EU political landscape (additional countries are a plus).
• You have strong analytical capabilities and can communicate complex ideas efficiently, both verbally and in writing, in German (native) and English
• Very strong understanding of public policy issues around food policy, sustainability and circular economy 
• Excellent knowledge and understanding of the political system and legislative processes, environment and institutions in Germany and the EU (previous working experience in a political institution is a plus)
• You enjoy working in a fast-paced environment and are experienced in working with senior stakeholders from across the business

What we offer

Elevate your lifestyle! Join one of Europe's fastest-growing tech powerhouses in a dynamic phase of expansion.

• Immerse yourself in a diverse global community of 90+ nationalities.
• Enjoy a competitive compensation package that goes beyond the norm, with perks like a HelloFresh- subsidized Pension Scheme, Berlin relocation support, and a Hybrid working model.
• Elevate your lifestyle with exclusive discounts on your weekly HelloFresh box and office meals.
• Invest in your growth with an annual learning & development budget, German language learning budget, and access to the HelloFresh Academy.
• Plus, we've got your well-being covered with mental health support, transportation perks, and working-parent-friendly benefits. From our 24/7 gym access,wellbeing platforms like Headspace and Spill, to sabbatical leave options, HelloFresh is not just a workplace; it's a lifestyle of perks and possibilities!

Are you up for the challenge?

Please submit your complete application below including your salary expectations and earliest starting date.

After submitting an application our team will review this and get back to you within 5 business days.