Federal Government Affairs - Senior Manager

Shape Your World

At Alcoa, you will become an essential part of our purpose: to turn raw potential into real progress. The way we see it, every Alcoan is a work-shaper, team-shaper, idea-shaper & world-shaper.

This is your opportunity to help shape Alcoa Australia’s future by influencing Federal policy, regulation and investment decisions that support Alcoa’s economic contribution, our aspirations in critical minerals and long‑term business value. Become a trusted voice representing Alcoa at the intersection of government and industry, contributing to outcomes that enable Alcoa to operate, invest and grow in Australia.

About the Role

Alcoa are seeking a Senior Government Affairs professional based in Canberra with regular visits to the Perth office, to lead Alcoa’s engagement with the Australian Federal Government and Victorian Government. This newly created role plays a critical part in defending and creating business value by shaping regulatory, policy and funding outcomes across approvals, climate and energy policy, major capital and operational initiatives.

As a seasoned government affairs professional with strong judgement, discretion and the ability to operate calmly and credibly in complex, high‑stakes environments. You will bring a deep understanding of executive government, outstanding influencing skills, and the ability to translate complex issues into practical advice and act on behalf of Alcoa in Federal Government.

In this role, you will:

• Build and sustain relationships with Ministers, Shadow Ministers, MPs, senior advisers and agency executives at Federal and Victorian level.
• Provide strategic government relations counsel on business‑critical approvals, decarbonisation initiatives, and regulatory reform.
• Coordinate submissions, position papers and engagement on legislative and policy processes.
• Represent Alcoa in industry associations, peak bodies and policy working groups.
• Monitor and manage political and regulatory risks and opportunities impacting the business.
• Lead and develop a direct report and act as delegate for the Director, Government Affairs as required.

What’s on offer

• Attractive remuneration and variable bonus plan.
• Flexible hybrid working options available.
• Employee growth and development opportunities.
• Parental leave support for all caregivers.
• Alcoa Live Well program offering travel, lifestyle, health and wellbeing discounts.
• Salary packaging for a novated car lease, employee share plan and superannuation options.

What you can bring to this role

• Degree Qualifications in Political Science, Public Policy, Economics, Law or related field.
• Senior experience in Federal or State Government, ministerial offices, industry associations or large corporate government affairs roles.
• Demonstrated success engaging with senior government stakeholders and influencing policy outcomes.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to produce high‑quality briefing materials.
• Sound judgement, integrity and a collaborative, business‑partnering mindset.
• Ability to work effectively with executives across a complex organisation.

Additional information

• Interviews may progress prior to the closing date, although all applications will be considered.
• You will only be contacted if you are shortlisted for an interview, this process can take up to four weeks from the closing date.

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About the Location

Alcoa Australia’s company headquarters is located at 235 St Georges Terrace in Perth CBD, Western Australia, on Whadjuk Noongar land. The office is conveniently close to public transport and parking, and hosts employees from various business functions, including Commercial, Finance, Sustainability, Communications, and Human Resources, as well as expert teams supporting local and global locations. Our head office offers modern, open-plan working facilities and excellent end-of-trip amenities within a state-of-the-art building.

We are values led, vision driven and united by our purpose of transforming raw potential into real progress.  Our commitments to Inclusion, Diversity & Equity include providing trusting workplaces that are safe, respectful and inclusive of all individuals, free from discrimination, bullying and harassment and that our workplaces reflect the diversity of the communities in which we operate.

This is a place where you are empowered to do your best work, be your authentic self, and feel a true sense of belonging. Come join us and shape your career!

Your work. Your world. Shape them for the better.