16 ago
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Didi Global
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Xico
Company Overview:
DiDi Global Inc. is the world's leading mobility technology platform.
It offers a wide range of app-based services across markets including Asia-Pacific, Latin America and Africa, including ride hailing, taxi hailing, chauffeur, hitch and other forms of shared mobility as well as auto solutions, food delivery, intra-city freight, and financial services.
DiDi provides car owners, drivers, and delivery partners with adaptable work and income opportunities.
It is committed to collaborating with policymakers, the taxi industry, the automobile industry and the communities to solve the world's transportation, environmental and employment challenges through the use of AI technology and localized smart transportation innovations.
DiDi strives to create better life experiences and greater social value, by building a safe, inclusive and sustainable transportation and local services ecosystem for cities of the future.
LI-Hybrid Team Overview:
You will be part of the regional Government Affairs team, reporting directly to the Head of Government Affairs for Spanish-Speaking Latin America (SSL).
In this role, you will lead Government Affairs efforts for Mexico, one of the company's most strategic markets, driving the development and execution of high-impact advocacy and stakeholder engagement strategies.
The position requires a strong understanding of Mexico's political, regulatory, and public policy landscape, as well as the ability to rapidly assess complex government issues and translate them into actionable business strategies.
You will work cross-functionally with regional and local teams to anticipate regulatory trends, shape policy discussions, build trusted relationships with key stakeholders, and protect and advance the company's business objectives in a dynamic and fast-evolving environment.
Role Responsibilities:
**Your Responsibilities**:
- Partner closely with the Head of Government Affairs for Spanish-Speaking Latin America (SSL) and the regional Government Affairs team to drive strategic priorities across Mexico.
- Lead and coordinate all in-country Government Affairs and public policy activities, ensuring effective advocacy with government authorities, regulators, legislators, industry associations, and other key stakeholders to protect and advance DiDi's business objectives.
- Develop and execute proactive advocacy strategies based on deep political, regulatory, and market analysis, anticipating risks and identifying opportunities in an evolving policy environment.
- Act as a strategic advisor to senior leadership, providing forward-looking insights on political, regulatory, and geopolitical developments that may impact business growth, operations, and market expansion.
- Build and maintain trusted relationships with senior public officials, policymakers, and external stakeholders at the federal, state, and local levels.
- Lead high-stakes negotiations and engagement strategies in complex regulatory environments, balancing business priorities with public policy objectives and long-term reputation management.
- Shape and influence public policy discussions by positioning the company as a constructive and credible partner in innovation, mobility, digital platforms, and economic development.
- Monitor legislative, regulatory, and public policy developments, as well as broader political and social debates, to assess potential business impact and provide timely strategic guidance.
- Design and develop political and regulatory scenario analyses to support business decision-making, risk mitigation, and long-term strategic planning.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with business, legal, communications, operations, product, and public relations teams to align Government Affairs strategies with broader company objectives and ensure internal stakeholders remain informed on relevant developments.
- Produce high-quality strategic briefings, policy analyses, presentations, and executive-level reports to support internal leadership and decision-making processes.
- Represent the Government Affairs function in internal leadership discussions, cross-functional initiatives, industry forums, and high-level external engagements.
- Lead crisis-management and rapid-response efforts related to regulatory, political, or reputational challenges affecting the company.
- Lead, develop, and manage high-performing teams with a strong focus on accountability, execution excellence, and results.
- Oversee external consultants, advisors, trade associations, and other strategic resources to maximize advocacy impact and operational effectiveness.
- Leverage significant experience engaging with government officials and influencing public policy and regulatory discussions in highly dynamic and complex environments.
Role Qualifications:
- 10+ years of progressive experience across the public sector, private sector, public policy, government affairs, regulatory strategy, or political advisory roles, ideally within high
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