Manager - Public Policy and Consulting Firm

Michael Page; Jakarta Selatan; On-site; IDR 200.000.000 - 300.000.000; Full time

Job summary

A public policy consulting firm in Jakarta Selatan seeks a Manager (Lead) to join their leadership team. This role requires strong leadership abilities, a Master's degree, and at least 7 years of experience in consulting or related fields. Responsibilities include managing a team of consultants, overseeing public policy projects, and developing strong stakeholder relationships. The candidate should possess a deep understanding of Indonesia's political landscape and display exceptional analytical skills in a fast-paced environment. Competitive compensation and a chance to work closely with senior leadership are offered.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package

Exposure to high-level projects

Opportunity to work closely with leadership team

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of experience in consulting or related sectors with policy analysis.
• Experience managing teams and fostering high-performance culture.
• Proven depth in stakeholder engagement and relationship management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team delivering public policy projects.
• Manage relationships with stakeholders across various sectors.
• Conduct intelligence gathering and provide strategic insights.

Skills

Leadership capability

Client management skills

Analytical abilities

Strong communication

Understanding Indonesia's socio-economic landscape

Education

Master's degree

Job description

Overview

• High impact role
• Leadership opportunity

About Our Client

Our client is a rapidly growing public policy consulting firm serving a diverse portfolio of leading organisations‑multinational companies, SOEs, government institutions, local conglomerates, and a sovereign wealth fund. With strong ambitions to expand their presence in Indonesia, they are seeking a high‑calibre Manager (Lead) to join their leadership team.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and mentor a team of consultants to deliver high-quality public policy and strategy projects.
• Oversee project scoping, research frameworks, analytical processes, and client presentations.
• Manage and strengthen relationships with senior stakeholders across the private sector, government, and public institutions.
• Conduct intelligence gathering, regulatory analysis, and political landscape assessments to provide actionable insights.
• Develop thought leadership pieces and represent the firm as a knowledge leader in public policy discussions.
• Collaborate closely with the CEO in shaping firm strategy, identifying business opportunities, and contributing to long‑term growth.
• Ensure the team operates with rigor, agility, and professionalism in a highly dynamic environment.

The Successful Applicant

Key Requirements (Expanded)

• Master's degree required; a degree from an international or overseas university is highly valued for its global perspective and analytical rigor.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in consulting, public policy, government affairs, strategic advisory, or related sectors, with proven depth in policy analysis and stakeholder engagement.
• Strong leadership capability, demonstrated through managing teams, guiding junior staff, and fostering a high‑performance culture.
• Exceptional client management skills with experience working directly with senior executives, public officials, and government stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of Indonesia's political, regulatory, and socio‑economic landscape, with the ability to interpret developments and translate them into strategic recommendations.
• Superior analytical and critical‑thinking abilities, including comfort with complex, ambiguous issues.
• Excellent communication skills—both written and verbal—with the ability to convey insights clearly and persuasively.
• Proactive and entrepreneurial mindset, driven to contribute to business development, expand services, and support the firm's growth journey.
• High resilience and work ethic, comfortable working under pressure in a fast‑moving consulting environment.
• Passionate about the public policy sector, staying updated with current affairs, political dynamics, and relevant industry developments.

What's on Offer

What's Offered

• Opportunity to work closely with the CEO and leadership team
• Exposure to cutting‑edge, high‑level national and corporate projects
• A competitive compensation package for the right candidate
• A platform to build and grow the business together

If you are driven by impact, energized by complexity, and committed to excellence in public policy, this is a rare opportunity to contribute to a growing and ambitious consultancy shaping Indonesia's strategic landscape.