Director of Public Affairs

**Description**:
Wallbox is a global company, dedicated to changing the way the world uses energy. We do this by creating smart charging systems that combine innovative technology with outstanding design and manage the communication between vehicle, grid, building, and charger.

Founded in 2015, with headquarters in Barcelona and selling already in over 80+ countries, our mission is to facilitate the adoption of electric vehicles today to make more sustainable use of energy tomorrow. Our talent has no borders - we welcome over 900 Wallboxers from over 45 nationalities in Europe, Asia, and the Americas

We’re now the first Spanish unicorn listed on the NYSE (WBX) and have been recently named amongst LinkedIn’s top 3 Spanish startups.

In day-to-day life, you will see our core values shining through our Wallboxers. The passion and dedication towards our mission will hit you the moment you walk through our doors - and there’s no feeling like it.

Our journey is not plain sailing - it requires proactive, flexible and top performing individuals who are committed to the world of sustainable mobility. But one thing is for sure - it's going to be a fun ride

The question is: are you ready to change the world with us?

**About the role**:
We are looking for a Public Affairs professional who will be responsible for building meaningful relationships and developing thought leadership in Europe in sectors related to energy, automotive, and transportation. You will be in charge of establishing and maintaining relationships with the communities and public interest groups by actively participating in the corresponding work commissions and responding to requests for information, collaborations, and sponsorships as well as getting a relevant representation of the company at different major events.

**You will**:

- Articulate and adapt Wallbox’s positioning and thought leadership to relevant policymakers and officials from the European Institutions (Commission, EP, Council) as well as national ones for our priority countries
- Build and nurture relationships with key policymakers, decision-makers, and executives within European and national institutions and any other relevant organization who can have an impact on Wallbox’s development (energy, automotive)
- Establish and maintain relationships with local communities, and public interest groups.
- Monitor EU regulatory and legislative issues, with timely updates to internal teams (Public Affairs, Legal, Communications, Risk/compliance).
- Plan, Coordinate, and manage communications activities with Public Affairs agencies in key European countries
- Collaborate with the communications team to align external communication, proactive as well as reactive, and issues management.
- Coordinate local and European Affairs activities with our global strategy
- Represent Wallbox at different meetings and work commissions and events.
- Respond to requests for information, collaboration, and sponsorships from external stakeholders and institutions.

**Requirements**:

- 10-15 years of experience in relevant roles (preferably with multi-country public affairs/public policy experience )
- Fluent English is essential, while additional languages are an advantage (French,Spanish, or German in particular).
- Good copywriter for internal and external communications.
- Significant knowledge of key EU institutions (Commission, Parliament, Council) and regulatory and non-regulatory processes at the national level, including how to influence the policy agenda.
- The ability to build and execute public affairs strategies and thought leadership narratives that resonate with policymakers.
- Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills with the ability to build relationships at senior levels
- Ability to identify and mitigate reputational risk in relation to communications activity
- Ability to work on strategic plans as well as day-to-day tasks
- Ability to think both creatively and strategically while communicating diplomatically
- Deadline-oriented, and curious, with excellent follow-up and reporting skills.
- Project and budget management skills
- Responds well under pressure with strict time constraints
- Quick and enthusiastic learner

**Benefits**:

- Half-day Fridays
- First class private health insurance after your first month at Wallbox
- Free online language classes (Spanish & English) twice a week
- Flexible compensation valid for restaurants & food delivery apps, transportation, childcare, and learning & development
- Hundreds of discounts in different brands & services with our Wallbox Circle benefits platform
- Car discounts & special advantages if you choose an EV
- Smartpoint for all your online orders & services at our offices
- Free coffee & soft drinks to fuel those tough Monday mornings
- Variety of breakfast and lunch dishes, everyday, at a discounted price at our canteen

**Please submit your CV in English**
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