Government Affairs Director

Company Description

Lead Red Bull’s U.S. government affairs strategy by monitoring and assessing political, legislative, and regulatory developments affecting the company, the beverage industry, and the broader business environment. Build and maintain strong relationships with policymakers, government agencies, trade associations, coalition partners, and external stakeholders to advance Red Bull’s interests and influence policy outcomes. Provide strategic guidance and clear policy recommendations to business leaders, manage external consultants and advocacy efforts, and drive cross-functional collaboration to identify opportunities, mitigate risks, and support the company’s long-term objectives.

The purpose of this role is to lead the development and execution of Red Bull North America’s U.S. government affairs strategy, ensuring the business is well positioned to navigate evolving political, legislative, and regulatory matters. Reporting to the Senior Director, Government Affairs (North America), this role serves as a key liaison between the U.S. business, policymakers, industry associations, external advisors, and global stakeholders. The position advances Red Bull’s policy priorities, supports responsible industry engagement, identifies and mitigates regulatory risks, and delivers actionable insights that help inform business strategy and decision-making.

Candidates are also eligible to sit in New York City, NY.

Job Description

GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS AND STAKEHOLDER RELATIONS

Build and maintain relationships with federal, state, and local policymakers, government officials, trade associations, industry coalitions, and other external stakeholders.

LEGISLATIVE AFFAIRS AND REGULATORY INTELLIGENCE

Monitor, analyze, and communicate developments in U.S. legislation, regulation, political activity, advocacy, and media that may affect Red Bull, its partners, customers, consumers, or the beverage category.

POLICY STRATEGY AND ISSUES MANAGEMENT

Develop, own and communicate Red Bull’s policy positions, strategic priorities, and practical solutions; assess risks and opportunities; and recommend appropriate engagement strategies for the U.S.

CONSULTANT, COALITION, AND TRADE ASSOCIATION MANAGEMENT

Manage political and government affairs consultants, coordinate coalition activity, and represent Red Bull in relevant trade associations and industry groups.

INTERNAL ADVISORY AND CROSS-FUNCTIONAL COORDINATION

Provide timely government affairs insights, briefings, talking points, and policy communications to business leaders while coordinating with Science, Regulatory, Legal, Communications, Commercial, and global teams.

STRATEGIC ENGAGEMENT AND BUSINESS SUPPORT

Engage and represent the company in meetings, hearings, conferences, stakeholder outreach, and other government affairs initiatives that advance Red Bull’s interests, strengthen the company’s reputation, and help mitigate regulatory barriers and risks.

COMPLIANCE AND GOVERNANCE

Ensure compliance with lobbying, ethics, gift, reporting, and political activity requirements for North American SRGA team.

Qualifications

7+ years of experience in government affairs, legislative or congressional offices, regulatory agencies, trade associations, political organizations, public affairs consultancies, federal and state advocacy strategy, or a related field.

Strong knowledge of the U.S. federal, state, and local political, legislative, and regulatory landscape.

Experience with food, beverage, dietary supplement, caffeine, nutrition, consumer-product, or related policy issues preferred.

Demonstrated ability to monitor, analyze, and communicate legislative, regulatory, political, and advocacy developments.

Strong stakeholder-management skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships with policymakers, government officials, trade associations, consultants, coalitions, and industry partners.

Experience developing policy positions, briefing materials, talking points, stakeholder maps, and executive recommendations.

Experience managing external consultants, coalitions, and trade-association relationships.

Strong political judgment, strategic thinking, risk assessment, and issue-management skills.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain complex issues clearly to business and external audiences.

Ability to work independently and cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment, manage competing priorities, and travel as needed.

Bachelor's degree in Public Policy, Political Science, Law, Economics, or a related field.

English required, German, French, Spanish or other language a plus.

Additional Information

This position is open to U.S. citizens, U.S. permanent residents, or individuals who are currently authorized to work in the United States on a valid visa.

The base salary range for this position is $120,000 - $180,000 + cash incentives. Actual salary offers may vary based on work experience. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified.

Our current Benefits include:
Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Plans, 401k Match, Family Leave, PTO & Paid Holiday Schedule, Pet, Legal, and Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement (Benefits listed may vary depending on the nature of your employment and/or work location).

Red Bull North America, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, or any other classification protected by Federal, state, or local law.