Director (m/w/d) Group Government Relations, Associations & Standardisation Management

The Vaillant Group is one of the global market and technology leaders in heating, ventilation and air conditioning. Become one of 16,000 colleagues from more than 70 nations who work daily on the vision of a better climate – for people at home and the environment. In large, innovative and strategic projects. And with small gestures that everyone can help in everyday life. Act globally, work globally. And you will be part of a global team, as we distribute our products in around 60 countries and have 10 production and development sites in six European countries and China. With us, you are clearly responsible for the future – your own and our planet. We offer you excellent conditions. Director (m/w/d) Group Government Relations, Associations & Standardisation Management Vaillant GmbH | Remscheid | Germany

In this position you take over the professional and disciplinary management of the employees in association and standardization management. In addition, you work closely with the association managers of the subsidiaries of the Vaillant Group and strategically manage these You will create favourable and sustainable conditions for the marketing of our products, taking into account EU laws and regulations, as well as national laws, funding programmes and other important frameworks They develop and implement global association and standardization strategies as well as other group-wide strategies to introduce the Vaillant Group's position in political decision-making processes and ensure that the strategic and political objectives are taken into account in the creation of laws, guidelines and standards In the relevant associations you occupy key positions to effectively represent the interests of the Vaillant Group, and maintain direct contacts with policy makers, institutes, universities and other stakeholders They promote cross-departmental cooperation with Vaillant by informing all relevant departments within the company in time and according to target groups about current and planned laws and technical conditions and requirements. In this respect, you are responsible for the relevant processes in the company Internal and external presentations at congresses and association events as well as in workshops are part of the regular work The advice and information of our management and executives regarding political and legislative developments round off your exciting task

Education: Successfully completed studies with economic, legal or technical/engineering Professional experience: Multiannual experience in association management, in an industrial company, in associations, in standardisation bodies or in politics Qualification: Experience in the field of the energy transition of the building sector, a network in the industry is advantageous Speciality: Very good technical understanding, diplomatic skills and security in dealing with political bodies and decision-makers Guided tour: Needed experience in disciplinary and professional leadership Personality: Strong network character, pronounced proactivity and sovereign presentation skills Languages & readiness for travel: Safe communication in German and English at all levels of management and willingness to regularly travel (approximately 40–50 %)

Mobile work: We offer our employees the opportunity for mobile work. In addition, there is also the option of working mobile from a European Union country Flexible working hours: We offer flexible working hours so that family and profession can be individually coordinated. Buying a holiday: Whether you need a longer break for a trip, more time with the family or just a break from the working day – the acquisition of additional vacation days gives you the chance to extend the break Long-term account: Save holiday days or components of your fee and convert them conveniently into time – for more flexibility in your personal life planning Introduction: For this position you will receive a very intensive incorporation incl. Accompanying the current position owner to ensure the establishment in various associations and bodies We promote equal opportunities and reject all forms of discrimination. We appreciate the uniqueness of each personality and expressly invite all people to apply. JOBV1_EN