Institutional Relations Senior Manager (Government Relations)

TL;DR

Institutional Relations Senior Manager (Government Relations): Advancing the company’s strategic interests by building and maintaining relationships with government bodies and regulatory institutions with an accent on securing access to public spaces and funding. Focus on executing institutional engagement strategies, monitoring legislative developments, and positioning the company as a trusted partner in cultural and innovation ecosystems.

Location: Hybrid work setup in Melbourne or Sydney, Australia

Company

hirify.global is a leading tech platform for culture and live entertainment, utilizing data-driven technology to democratize access to unforgettable experiences globally.

What you will do

• Develop and execute institutional engagement strategies to support business goals regarding public access, subsidies, and procurement.
• Represent the company before government authorities and public institutions to ensure visibility and credibility.
• Foster strategic partnerships with municipalities and ministries to unlock public spaces and funding mechanisms.
• Monitor legislative, regulatory, and policy developments and advise internal stakeholders accordingly.
• Build and maintain a robust institutional network at local, regional, and national levels.
• Create tailored briefings, policy position papers, and institutional decks for various stakeholder groups.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in public affairs, institutional relations, government relations, or business development.
• Demonstrated ability to build trust-based relationships with public sector stakeholders.
• Deep knowledge of local, regional, and national institutional and regulatory environments.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills, both written and verbal.
• Fluency in English is required.
• Must be based in Australia and able to work from Melbourne or Sydney offices in a hybrid capacity.

Nice to have

• Experience in the culture, tourism, events, or tech sectors.
• Experience working with public grants, cultural funding programs, or EU-level institutions.
• Background in legal, political science, public policy, or international relations.
• Familiarity with public procurement processes or licensing protocols.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive compensation package including 12% superannuation contribution.
• Private health insurance with premiums paid by the company up to 2750 AUD.
• Hybrid work setup with a central office location and home-office flexibility.
• 40% discount on all hirify.global events and experiences, plus a free Candlelight voucher.
• Wellness perks including ClassPass membership for gym and wellness access.
• Language learning support for English and Spanish lessons.