Manager Government Affairs

Western Digital Tech and Regional Center (M) Sdn Bhd; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking a seasoned Government Affairs & Policy Manager to lead public policy engagement in Malaysia. The role involves cultivating relationships with government stakeholders, monitoring legislative developments, and providing strategic counsel on regulatory risks. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and a minimum of 10 years of experience in government affairs, particularly in Malaysia's technology and manufacturing sectors. Fluency in English and Bahasa Malaysia is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in government affairs, public policy, or regulatory advocacy in Malaysia.
• Experience with the Government of Philippines is preferred.
• Strong understanding of Malaysia’s political and regulatory landscape.

Responsibilities

• Lead government relations and policy advocacy efforts in Malaysia.
• Monitor and analyze legislative and regulatory developments.
• Cultivate relationships with key government agencies and industry groups.
• Develop advocacy initiatives related to the Electrical and Electronics sector.
• Represent the company in stakeholder engagements and policy dialogues.
• Provide strategic counsel on regulatory risks and opportunities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align policy initiatives.

Skills

Excellent communication

Negotiation

Strategic thinking

Fluency in English

Fluency in Bahasa Malaysia

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Public Policy, Law, or International Relations

Job description

Job Description

Western Digital is seeking a seasoned Government Affairs & Policy Manager to lead its public policy engagement and regulatory strategy in Malaysia. This role will be instrumental in shaping the company’s relationship with government stakeholders, regulatory bodies, and industry associations to support business growth and innovation in the region, Western Digital’s strategic interests in Malaysia and strong public-private partnerships.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead Western Digital’s government relations and policy advocacy efforts in support of its operations in Malaysia.
• Monitor and analyze legislative, regulatory, and policy developments affecting the technology and manufacturing sectors.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with key government agencies, policymakers, interlocutors and industry groups.
• Develop advocacy initiatives related to the Electrical and Electronics (E&E) sector, particularly on the topics of digitalization, innovation, investment, sustainability, trade facilitation and workforce development.
• Represent Western Digital in stakeholder engagements, public forums, industry associations, and policy dialogues.
• Provide strategic counsel to internal stakeholders on regulatory risks and opportunities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (legal, operations, R&D, public relations) and external resources to align policy initiatives with business objectives.

QUALIFICATIONS

REQUIRED

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Policy, Law, International Relations, or related field.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in government affairs, public policy, or regulatory advocacy in Malaysia with some experience in government affairs with the Government of Philippines.
• Strong understanding of Malaysia’s political and regulatory landscape, especially in technology and manufacturing.

PREFERRED

• Proven track record of influencing policy outcomes and managing stakeholder relationships.

SKILLS

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and strategic thinking skills.
• Fluency in English and Bahasa Malaysia.

Additional Information

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