Senior Manager of Government Relations
As the Senior Manager of Government Relations, you will hold a meaningful role in promoting Aristocrat's interests within the regulatory environment. You will also be involved in crafting public policy positions that support our strategic goals. This position provides an outstanding chance to create a significant impact on our business and collaborate with a team focused on achieving world-class results!
- Contribute to a successful government relations initiative in North America that aligns with the strategic priorities of Aristocrat Group and all of its business units.
- Direct the creation and implementation of government relations strategies for the Aristocrat Interactive business unit, concentrating on iLottery and iGaming operations and growth plans.
- Analyze and interpret existing and emerging government policies and their potential impact on the business.
- Represent Aristocrat Interactive, build networks, and advance business interests in industry and trade associations, as well as with other organizations and key collaborators.
- Cultivate and maintain collaborator relationships within Aristocrat Interactive and other Aristocrat teams to ensure a comprehensive understanding of business needs, effective prioritization, and detailed reporting.
- Build relevant position papers and advocacy materials for briefing senior leadership.
- Ensure adherence to all relevant laws and guidelines concerning lobbying and the involvement of consultants, including following Aristocrat’s stringent internal policies and procedures.
- Manage departmental resources, including onboarding, organizing, and overseeing consultants.
- Minimum of 8+ years of experience in government relations, public affairs, or a related field, preferably in a corporate or association environment.
- Solid knowledge of policy development processes in North America and the capability to navigate complex legislative and regulatory environments.
- Proven track record of building and maintaining professional relationships with trade associations, elected officials, government agencies, and other collaborators.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey complex policy issues to diverse audiences, including executive levels.
- Ability to partner with business collaborators to understand strategic priorities, develop relevant plans, assess risks and opportunities, and provide mature counsel.
- High ethical standards, strong personal integrity, and a dedication to compliance and transparency in all interactions.
- Ability to balance multiple, sometimes conflicting priorities, to achieve positive outcomes.
- Established skill in directing consultants and maintaining alignment with processes and policies.
- Strong collaboration skills and ability to work with a diverse group across cultures and time zones.
- Flexibility in work hours and travel as required.
- Robust benefits package
- Global career opportunities
Aristocrat Leisure Limited is an Australian gaming and technology company and one of the world's largest providers of gambling products. Listed on the Australian Securities Exchange and headquartered in Sydney, it designs and manufactures electronic gaming machines and casino-management systems, and runs sizeable online real-money gaming (Aristocrat Interactive) and mobile games (Pixel United) businesses. Founded in 1953, the group employs more than 7,000 people across over 20 locations worldwide. It is the largest gaming-machine manufacturer in Australia and among the biggest slot-machine makers globally.