Public Affairs Manager - Brazil

At bet365, we're one of the world's leading online gambling companies, revolutionising the industry since 2000. Founded by Denise Coates CBE, we now employ over 10,000 people and serve over 100 million customers in 26 languages. Our focus on In-Play betting has solidified our market-leading position, offering an unmatched experience across 96 sports and 700,000 streaming events. With over 750 concurrent sporting fixtures at peak and more live sports streamed than anyone else in Europe, we handle over 6 billion HTTP requests daily and process more than 2 million bets per hour at peak.

We empower our employees to push boundaries and explore new ideas, cultivating a culture that celebrates and rewards creativity. This offers employees a wealth of opportunities for growth, giving them the opportunity to make a real impact in the world of online gambling. As a forward-thinking company, we’re breaking new ground in software innovation too, redefining what’s possible for our customers worldwide.

Shape the future of iGaming in Brazil as a Public Affairs Manager, building key partnerships and navigating a newly regulated landscape. 

The Legal department provides essential regulatory guidance and strategic support across global markets. As a Public Affairs Manager, you will execute a locally licensed market entry and build trust with policymakers, regulators and key stakeholders within Brazil. This involves engaging with government and media entities to shape public perception and policy related to online gaming. 

Navigating a complex and evolving regulatory landscape requires a deep understanding of Brazilian legislation and corporate diplomacy. You’ll champion commercial interests while establishing common ground with external bodies, ensuring compliance and strategic alignment during a pivotal time for the sector. This role must be resident in Brasília, with frequent travel required to maintain these essential relationships. 

Please ensure that you submit your CV in English when applying for this role.

• Background within the online betting and gambling industry.
• Track record in corporate diplomacy and engaging regulatory bodies in highly regulated sectors 
• Deep understanding of the Brazilian regulatory landscape 
• Degree in political science, law or a business management discipline 
• Fluency in Brazilian Portuguese.
• Intermediate English proficiency 
• Highly developed numeracy and analytical capabilities 
• Assertive judgement when researching complex legislative and compliance matters 
• Confidence in handling intricate details alongside high-level strategies 

• Build and maintain relationships with government officials and regulatory bodies to advocate for industry interests. 
• Oversee external relationships to respond to enquiries from local partners, regulatory authorities and government ministers.
• Collaborate with sports governing bodies, law firms and consultancy firms to align strategic objectives. 
• Support the production of political analysis, reports and presentations for established and emerging jurisdictions. 
• Monitor and analyse proposed legislation to develop strategies that influence policy decisions 
• Engage in public consultations to represent business interests effectively.
• Identify emerging trends in regulation and construct actionable responses.
• Provide context and support for corporate responses to regulatory inquiries 

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