ABOUT THE ESTÉE LAUDER COMPANIES

We are the global leader in prestige beauty — delighting consumers with transformative products and experiences, inspiring them to express their individual beauty. We are the only company focused solely on prestige makeup, skin care, fragrance and hair care with a diverse portfolio of 25+ brands sold in 150 countries. Infused throughout our organization is a passion for creativity and innovation — a desire to push the boundaries and invent the unexpected — as we continue the bold work of our founder Estée Lauder.

ABOUT GLOBAL PUBLIC AFFAIRS

The Global Public Affairs function enables The Estée Lauder Companies to understand, anticipate, and manage the global political environment in which it does business. In partnership with internal colleagues and consultants, the Global Public Affairs team works to build relationships with key external stakeholders (i.e., governments, regulators, NGOs, trade associations, and others), and develop strategies to leverage business opportunities, mitigate risk, and advance the interests of the company. The Global Public Affairs team is committed to ensuring that ELC maintains its position as the leader in prestige beauty.

TRAVEL: 10%

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The Assistant Manager, Global Public Affairs will support Public Affairs’ Global and North America Leadership in both the development and execution of the Public Affairs strategy to further advance The Estée Lauder Companies position and business interests.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Monitor policy and geopolitical trends that are relevant to The Estée Lauder Companies’ business priorities and operations with a focus on North America.

• Support the team in the analysis and assessment of upcoming legislation or policy to identify risks and opportunities and inform the company’s position and actions.

• Manage ELC’s Civic Engagement program including developing programming, internal and external communications, and overall strategy for the project.

• Prepare updates, presentations, and other written materials to Senior Management and other department or function leaders on the impact of relevant policy actions and decisions, and briefing materials in advance of external meetings.

• Serve as project manager for key projects, including the development of North America’s contribution to Global Public Affairs’ annual strategy, various internal and external stakeholder engagements, vetting, and crisis management workstreams in response to emerging geopolitical events as needed.

• Support, develop, and execute recurring products to keep business leaders informed on the political landscape and its business impact.

• Provide scheduling and logistical support for events, trainings, and meetings organized by Global Public Affairs.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree required; degree in political science, international affairs or communications preferred.

• 3+ years of public affairs, policy, or communications experience, preferably in government, politics, and/or a multi-branded retail company or other industry with high-profile consumer brand.

• Strong interpersonal skills with a positive and proactive approach to collaboration and relationship building; good judgment and an ability to work independently required.

• Outstanding writing, editing, analytical, and proofreading skills.

• Strategic and creative thinker with an understanding of stakeholder engagement; experience with issues and crisis management an advantage.

• Fluent in both written and conversational English required; fluency in a second language is helpful.

• Ability to effectively meet project deadlines while balancing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment essential.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. It is Company's policy not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. The Company will endeavor to provide a reasonable accommodation consistent with the law to otherwise qualified employees and prospective employees with a disability and to employees and prospective employees with needs related to their religious observance or practices. Should you wish to apply for this position or any other position with the Company and you believe you require assistance to complete an application or participate in an interview, please contact USApplicantAccommodations@Estee.com.

The Estée Lauder Companies (ELC) is the global leader in prestige beauty. ELC is the only company focused solely on prestige makeup, skin care, fragrance and hair care with a diverse portfolio of 25+ brands sold in approximately 150 countries and territories. Infused throughout the organization is a passion for creativity and innovation — a desire to push the boundaries and invent the unexpected — as we continue the bold work of the company’s founder Estée Lauder.