Head of Government Relations

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What We'll Bring:
At TransUnion, we strive to build an environment where our associates are in the driver's seat of their professional development, while having access to help along the way. We encourage everyone to pursue passions and take ownership of their careers. With the support of colleagues and mentors, our associates are given the tools needed to get where they want to go. Regardless of job titles, our associates have the opportunity to learn new things and be a leader every day.
Come be a part of our team - you'll work with great people, pioneering products and cutting-edge technology
The government relations manager will be responsible to develop, maintain and strengthen relationships with critical stakeholders including regulators, government as well as external associations and other organizations.
What You'll Bring:

• 7+ years clients relations, government affairs or business consulting experience in the financial communications and/or public affairs and relations, preferably with experience gained in a professional services and/or corporate environment
• Experience in regulatory advocacy and having a deep understanding of the regulatory and legislative framework
• Experience in developing and maintaining relationships with Government officials and their staffs;
• Experience in working with all levels of management and staff as well as external individuals and groups;
• Strong research and analytical skills and the demonstrated ability to communicate complex concepts through oral and written mediums;
• Ability to implement strategic plans as well as respond to short-term objectives.
• Ability to understand and communicate sophisticated financial and regulatory issues
• Solid understanding of financial protocols and practices
• Experience with policy issues and public affairs will be beneficial
• Ability to multi-task, self-motivated, strategic thinker
• Strong time management skills
• Professional demeanor
• Demonstrated tactical and leadership abilities
• Team player with entrepreneurial spirit
• Open to candidates with a background in public affairs consultancy

Impact You'll Make:

• Lead contact for Philippines regulators. Manage relationships effectively to build confidence in TransUnion as a trusted business partner, while preserving TransUnion interest in the stakeholders relationship.
• Promote a strong relationship with PH regulators by establishing appropriate lines of communication that enable meaningful dialogue on developments and a better understanding of the views of the regulators.
• Monitor, track, and analyze all regulatory and legislative developments that affect TU business and operations within the Government and provide regular updates to Management team
• Maintain stakeholder mapping of regulatory and ministerial offices across the region to ensure updated identification of all officials relevant to TU business.
• Ensure the development of appropriate internal measures to facilitate the sharing of key regulatory changes to business decision makers.
• Synthesize regulatory feedback and key findings to senior leadership and key stakeholders to drive awareness of and help anticipate regulatory concerns.
• Execute and lead high priority regulatory ad-hoc Projects where appropriate.
• Support development of regulatory strategy and priorities for TU and establish communication protocols with corporate GR function and regional offices Monitor business/government issues; stay up to date on current issues
• Develops relationship of trust with stakeholders
• Leads by example and sets expectation from teams in dealing with people professionally.
• Implement effective horizon scanning for upcoming relevant legal and policy developments across the region
• Identify opportunities and draft responses to regulatory, parliamentary, government and other consultations
• Assist in identifying and developing relationships with relevant external groups
• Active participation in a range of external for a to represent the business' interest in policy making

We are committed to being a place where diversity is not only present, it is embraced. As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, disability status, veteran status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.
This is a hybrid position and involves regular performance of job responsibilities virtually as well as in-person at an assigned TU office location for a minimum of two days a week.
TransUnion Job Title
Advisor, Government Relations