Director, Public Policy EMEA

Equinix
London
3 days ago
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Who are we?

Equinix is the worlds digital infrastructure company, operating over 260 data centers across the globe. Digital leaders harness Equinixs trusted platform to bring together and interconnect foundational infrastructure at software speed. Equinix enables organizations to access all the right places, partners and possibilities to scale with agility, speed the launch of digital services, deliver world-class experiences and multiply their value, while supporting their sustainability goals.

A career at Equinix means you will collaborate on work that impacts the world and be surrounded by endless opportunities to learn new skills and grow in varied directions. We embrace diversity in thought and contribution and are committed to providing an equitable work environment that is foundational to our core values as a company and is vital to our success.

The One Legal team at Equinix is seeking aDirector, Public Policyin our EMEA (Europe, Middle East, Africa) region. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced candidate to strengthen our public policy presence in the region and interact with political and policy leaders to explain our products and services and promote the growth of digital infrastructure.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will provide leadership in the following key areas:

Internal engagement

  • Lead strategy development with the Companys leaders and coordinate internal cross-functional teams in EMEA to effectively respond to challenges and opportunities for the Company.
  • Identify emerging public policy issues related to the Companys mid- and long-term business plans and develop internal and external policy positions, strategies, and analysis to influence the external landscape and advance the Companys business priorities.
  • Participate in the development of the Companys strategic public policy agenda through regular meetings and ongoing communications with the Companys senior leadership, including our executive team, and the regional president.
  • Develop strong working relationships with the Companys country Managing Directors (MDs) across the region. Engage, support, and lead the MDs on policy issue development, messaging, trade association and coalition relationships, and policy maker engagement. Assure consistency of messaging and policy positioning across entire region.
  • Develop strong working relationships with the Companys global and regional functions on Sustainability, Legal Regulatory, Operations, Communications, Business Development and other key functions in order to assure cross-functional alignment and leverage.
  • Contribute to internal processes for handling public policy matters that arise on an emergency or unexpected basis so that the Company is prepared to respond in such cases.

External Engagement

  • Help manage day-to-day portfolio of the Companys public policy agenda at various levels of government and in various regions where the Company maintains a physical presence and where the Company does business.
  • Participate in, lead, and advocate for public policy coalitions and trade associations aligned with the Companys public policy agenda. Serve as a key point of contact for the Companys participation and/or support the participation of Company senior executives in those organizations.
  • Develop working relationships with key policy makers and regulators and their staffs to effectively advocate the Companys public policy agenda. In addition to building relationships with policy makers at the institutions of the European Union, focus attention on building similar relationships with officials in EU member states and other countries across the region.
  • Position top Company executives in productive working relationships with the regions policy leaders and facilitate their participation in thought leadership opportunities to advance the Companys messaging and interests.
  • Participate in government public consultation exercises and work on public policy submissions (including those on regulatory initiatives and/or developments) directly with governments or via public policy coalitions and trade associations.

Education and Training

  • Develop internal resources and independently lead efforts to educate employees about the Companys public policy agenda.
  • Work with the Companys public relations team and others to develop a robust set of materials that:
    • Educate policymakers about the Companys business objectives, its importance to the foundational operations of the Internet, and its plans for future growth.
    • Position the Company as a thought leader on central issues of importance to the Company.
    • Emphasize the positive economic and cultural benefits of the Companys global growth.
    • Promote the Companys commitment to sustainability and advocate for the opportunities digital transformation and the move to cloud and colocation have for efficiency and sustainability progress.
    • Promote the Companys commitment to Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging (DIB) to develop a diverse, empowered, and effective workforce in order to address the needs of our communities.

Qualifications

  • Ten plus years of experience in government relations or public policy positions; prior service in government legislative/regulatory bodies a plus.
  • Bachelors degree; law or masters degree a plus.
  • Exposure to policy issues in the areas of:
    • Technology and the Internet;
    • Cybersecurity and data privacy;
    • Energy, environment, sustainability, circular economy policies, principles and corporate frameworks;
    • Government procurement policy; and
    • National and local Tax Policy.
  • Demonstrated high level of integrity, thoroughness, flexibility, initiative and teamwork.
  • Demonstrated self-guided initiative.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Excellent judgment.
  • Expectation for regular travel Brussels but also within the region to locations where Equinix has a presence. Periodic travel to Company headquarters in Redwood City, California and Washington, DC as required.
  • Position based in Amsterdam or London.

What We Offer

  • The opportunity to leave your mark in a Company that is growing quickly whilst keeping a ground-breaking spirit.

Equinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability. If you are a qualified candidate and need assistance or an accommodation, please let us know by completing this form.

Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy / childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political / organizational affiliation, status as a victim or family member of a victim of crime or abuse, or any other status protected by applicable law.

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