Public Affairs & Government Relations Manager

As a Public Affairs & Government Relations Manager, you will lead PPG Comex's strategy to strengthen its corporate reputation. You will build relationships with government partners, industry associations, and external partners. You will provide strategic guidance on regulatory, legislative, and public policy matters that influence the business.

You will also contribute to corporate positioning, media relations, and reputation risk management.

You will report to the Director of Corporate Affairs.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop public affairs and government relations strategies aligned with our priorities.
• Monitor regulatory, legislative, and political developments and assess their potential impact on our organization.
• Build strategic relationships with government authorities, policymakers, industry associations, chambers of commerce, and other important partners.
• Lead external communication and public relations projects that strengthen corporate reputation and brand visibility.
• Develop briefing materials, position papers, presentations, and executive communications for senior leadership.
• Support spokesperson preparation and coordinate media engagement activities.
• Mitigate reputational risks while supporting crisis communication efforts when needed.
• Represent us in industry forums, trade associations, business chambers, and external events.
• Build partnerships with government, academia, NGOs, and other external organizations to promote strategic plans.
• Collaborate to ensure agreement between our priorities and external engagement activities.
• You will work with senior leaders across Legal, Commercial, Marketing, Communications, HR, and Compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Political Science, Law, Communications, International Relations, Public Administration, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in Public Affairs, Government Relations, Corporate Affairs, Corporate Communications, Public Policy, or related fields.
• Experience with Mexico's political, regulatory, and public policy environment.
• Experience engaging with government agencies, industry associations, and senior external partners.
• Experience managing media relations, reputation-building programs.
• Advanced English proficiency.

How we work: At PPG, we bring teams together to accelerate collaboration and career development, with in-person work Monday through Thursday and the opportunity to work remotely on Flexible Fridays. Schedules may vary by location.

About us: 

PPG: WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLD®

Through leadership in innovation, sustainability and color, PPG helps customers in industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction markets and aftermarkets to enhance more surfaces in more ways than does any other company. To learn more, visit www.ppg.com and follow @PPG on X. 

The PPG Way 2030  

We are customer champions 

Proactive. Bold. Trustworthy. Everything we do starts with our customers. We listen, move fast and don’t stop until we solve their biggest challenges. When our customers win, we all grow. 

We act with purpose and speed 

Agile. Data-driven. Empowered. We take smart risks to stay ahead of the competition. We work proactively with agility, using quality data to develop solutions that create value.  

We are excellent operators 

Productive. Collaborative. Accountable. No matter our role, we identify problems, take ownership and always bring solutions. We are both proactive and responsive to drive continuous improvement and deliver results. We support our frontline, the faces of PPG to our customers.   

We compete to win 

Future-focused. Driven. Ambitious. We are passionate about growing our business and winning with our customers. We deliver results, embrace new technologies and leverage agility and speed as strengths. 

We are PPG proud 

Strong. United. Passionate. We work safely, act with integrity and value our diverse perspectives. We celebrate achievements and take pride in the positive impact we create together to protect and beautify the world. 

At PPG we use AI in the hiring process to make the process more efficient. AI tools do not make hiring decisions. You can learn more by going to  https://careers.ppg.com/us/en/candidate-resources.  

PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.  

If you need an adjustment due to a disability, please email [email protected]. 

PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply.  
Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.  Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process. 

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