About this opportunity:At Ericsson, you will have the opportunity to shape the future of connectivity and digital transformation. As Director, Government & Policy Advocacy, LATAM North, you will help advance Ericsson's policy priorities by building trusted relationships, providing strategic insight, and supporting business growth across the region.
In this role, you will lead engagement with governments, regulators, and industry stakeholders on ICT and digital policy issues across Mexico and the broader LATAM North sub-region.
What you will do:
- Lead government and policy advocacy strategies aligned with Ericsson's business priorities across LATAM North, with primary focus on Mexico
- Partner closely with senior business leaders and cross-functional teams to develop and execute government engagement and advocacy plans
- Serve as the company's ambassador to key government, regulatory, diplomatic, and industry stakeholders, building and maintaining trusted relationships
- Lead direct engagement with government and regulatory authorities across Mexico and the region
- Monitor political, policy, and market developments, translating them into actionable insights and business implications
- Help shape policy positions favorable to the company and industry through engagement with trade associations and direct advocacy
- Prepare and deliver written and verbal materials to support internal and external engagement
- Collaborate across regional and global teams to align priorities and drive effective policy outcomes
- Travel as required across Latin America, the United States, and Europe
The skills you bring:
- Experience in government, the private sector, or trade associations on public policy or technology issues
- Experience across both public and private sectors is a strong plus
- Proven experience engaging directly with government and regulatory stakeholders in Mexico
- Strong understanding of government institutions and policymaking processes in Mexico and the region
- Experience assessing legislative and regulatory developments in the technology and telecom sectors
- Ability to identify and communicate the business impact of policy and regulatory developments
- Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, including external representation
- Experience working in a matrixed organization and collaborating cross-functionally
- Strong analytical thinking and ability to translate complex issues into clear recommendations
- High standards of integrity, confidentiality, and ethical judgment
- Proactive, adaptable, and strategic mindset
- Fluency in English and Spanish
Location: Mexico City
Why join Ericsson?At Ericsson, you'll have an outstanding opportunity. The chance to use your skills and imagination to push the boundaries of what's possible. To build solutions never seen before to some of the world's toughest problems. You'll be challenged, but you won't be alone. You'll be joining a team of diverse innovators, all driven to go beyond the status quo to craft what comes next.
What happens once you apply? Click Here to find all you need to know about what our typical hiring process looks like.Encouraging a diverse and inclusive organization is core to our values at Ericsson, that's why we champion it in everything we do. We truly believe that by collaborating with people with different experiences we drive innovation, which is essential for our future growth. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply and realize their full potential as part of our Ericsson team. Ericsson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. learn more.
Primary country and city: Mexico (MX) || Mexico City
Req ID: 786645
Skills Required
- Experience in government, the private sector, or trade associations on public policy or technology issues
- Proven experience engaging directly with government and regulatory stakeholders in Mexico
- Strong understanding of government institutions and policymaking processes in Mexico and the region
- Experience assessing legislative and regulatory developments in the technology and telecom sectors
- Ability to identify and communicate the business impact of policy and regulatory developments
- Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including external representation
- Experience working in a matrixed organization and collaborating cross-functionally
- Strong analytical thinking and ability to translate complex issues into clear recommendations
- High standards of integrity, confidentiality, and ethical judgment
- Proactive, adaptable, and strategic mindset
- Fluency in English and Spanish
- Experience across both public and private sectors
- Willingness to travel across Latin America, the United States, and Europe
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Ericsson Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and mental‑health options are positioned as core benefits with multiple plan choices in key markets. Official materials explicitly emphasize healthcare breadth as part of “Life at Ericsson.”
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Retirement Support — 401(k) with employer matching in the U.S., pensions in some regions, and broad access to an ESPP indicate strong long‑term financial support. Company filings and AGM materials describe share programs and post‑employment benefits as ongoing pillars of the package.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off, sick leave, holidays, and paid volunteer time are highlighted alongside generous parental leave in various locations. Time‑off entitlements are presented as a strong component of the total rewards offering.
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