External Relations Manager

About Mitsui & Co Europe Ltd

Mitsui & Co., Ltd. stands among the leading global trading and investment firms, operating with 120 offices across 62 countries. Their workforce is dedicated to delivering customer-driven solutions. In Germany, Mitsui & Co. Deutschland GmbH has primary activities in sectors such as chemicals and plastics, infrastructure and machinery, steel, information technology, and logistics.

Position Overview

Within the New Business & Technology Development Center (DUSAT) in Düsseldorf, a vacancy exists for an External Relations Manager starting 1st October 2026. This is a permanent full-time role requiring 38.5 working hours per week.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic counsel to senior leadership on worldwide trends and developments.
• Establish and nurture robust relationships with government bodies, regulatory agencies, industry associations, and external stakeholders.
• Conduct continuous monitoring of geopolitical, economic, and industry trends to offer practical recommendations for senior management.
• Design and implement external relations strategies that align with corporate goals.
• Deliver strategic briefings and detailed reports to the senior management team.
• Act as the company's representative at various external forums including meetings, conferences, and industry events.
• Identify and analyze emerging trends influencing markets, industries, and supply chains.
• Evaluate geopolitical risks, such as trade regulations, sanctions, conflicts, and elections, and assess their impacts on business operations.
• Prepare reports and dashboards to inform internal stakeholders.
• Provide support to the international intelligence team within the organization.

Candidate Profile

• Possess a bachelor’s or master’s degree in political science, international relations, economics, or a related discipline.
• Demonstrate professional experience in external affairs, public affairs, consulting, or research.
• Exhibit excellent communication skills and competency in managing stakeholder relationships.
• Capable of translating complex developments into clear, actionable insights.
• Show resilience and an ability to handle pressure when managing complex assignments.
• Maintain an independent, well-structured, and solution-focused approach to work.
• Display high levels of self-motivation, ownership, dependability, and integrity.
• Fluent in spoken and written English at a business level.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Have a passion for collaborating within international and diverse teams.
• Prepared to travel primarily across Europe as part of the role.

Benefits and Perks

• Flexible working schedule based on a 38.5-hour workweek.
• Option to work remotely up to two days weekly.
• Generous annual leave entitlement of 30 days.
• Access to attractive professional training and development programs.
• Participation in a company pension scheme and capital-building benefits.
• Receipt of holiday and Christmas bonuses.
• Support with mobility costs, such as public transportation subsidies.
• Bike leasing program (JobRad) to promote sustainable commuting.
• Discounts on fitness programs and various employee perks.
• Regular team-building events and company-wide functions.

Additional Information

The company encourages interested candidates to submit applications in English, including salary expectations and the earliest possible start date.