Manager – Government & Airport Relations

HiSERV GmbH

. Build, maintain, and further develop strong relationships with AENA, governmental institutions, and key aviation stakeholders .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeMadrid • SpainMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Government Relations and Public Affairs within the Spanish aviation sector, with a strong focus on stakeholder management, strategic relationship building, and regulatory awareness. Fluent in Spanish and English, capable of navigating complex environments and influencing key decision-makers.

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Government RelationsPublic AffairsStakeholder ManagementAviation ManagementFluent Spanish and English

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Hard Skills

Stakeholder ManagementStrategic ThinkingPolitical AwarenessNegotiation SkillsRelationship Building

Soft Skills

Influencing SkillsExecutive Presence

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid Driver's License

Industry Keywords

AENAAviation IndustryGovernment InstitutionsLabor UnionsEmployee Representative Organizations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Build, maintain, and further develop strong relationships with AENA, governmental institutions, and key aviation stakeholders
Establish and nurture trusted connections with labor unions and employee representative organizations
Act as a strategic advisor and ambassador for HiSERV within the Spanish aviation ecosystem
Identify political, regulatory, and stakeholder-related risks and develop proactive mitigation strategies
Represent the company in high-level meetings, negotiations, and industry discussions
Strengthen HiSERV's reputation as a reliable long-term partner for airports and aviation organizations
Monitor regulatory developments and stakeholder trends that may impact business operations
Support market expansion initiatives through targeted relationship management and influence
Collaborate closely with Country Management, Operations, Legal, Compliance, and Corporate Leadership teams

Requirements

What you’ll need

Strong Spanish background with an in-depth understanding of the local aviation landscape
Proven network within the Spanish aviation industry, particularly with AENA and relevant stakeholder groups
Several years of experience in Government Relations, Public Affairs, Aviation Management, or a comparable field
Demonstrated success in stakeholder management and high-level relationship building
Strong influencing and negotiation skills with an executive presence
Ability to navigate complex stakeholder environments and informal decision-making structures
Excellent strategic thinking and political awareness
Fluent Spanish and English language skills, both written and spoken
Valid driver's license

Benefits

Comp & perks

A unique opportunity to shape HiSERV's strategic positioning in the Spanish market
Direct exposure to senior decision-makers across the aviation industry
A highly autonomous role with significant influence on business success
An international and entrepreneurial working environment
Flat hierarchies and fast decision-making processes
Attractive development and career opportunities within a growing European company
Permanent employment with a stable and expanding organization
The chance to play an active role in the future of aviation services across Spain and Europe