Public Affairs & Regulatory Strategy Manager

Jaya Grocer; Malaysia; Hybrid; MYR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Jaya Grocer is seeking a seasoned Public Affairs and Regulatory Affairs leader to strengthen Malaysia’s regulatory engagement. You will be at the center of the local policy landscape, linking government priorities with store operations and growth strategies.

You will lead licensing, renewals, and compliance across states, coordinate with federal and local authorities, advise senior management on regulatory risks, and build trusted relationships with regulators and industry groups to support

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of relevant experience in public affairs, government relations, regulatory affairs, corporate affairs, or regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Jaya Grocer’s primary liaison with government stakeholders, including agencies, regulators, local councils, and enforcement bodies.
• Have a strong understanding of licensing and regulatory requirements across different states and local council jurisdictions to support store operations and business expansion.
• Anticipate and quickly resolve government-related operational issues that could delay or disrupt business operations and continuity.
• Lead engagements with the appropriate authorities on licensing, inspections, regulatory approvals, compliance matters, and enforcement actions.
• Coordinate internal responses to regulatory inquiries or inspections, ensuring clear ownership and timely follow-through.
• Build trusted working relationships with key government and industry stakeholders to enable constructive engagement and effective issue resolution.

Skills

Public Affairs

Regulatory Affairs

Stakeholder Management

Policy Analysis

Communication Skills

Malaysian Regulations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Public Policy / Law / Business

Job description

Jaya Grocer is seeking a seasoned Public Affairs and Regulatory Affairs leader to strengthen Malaysia’s regulatory engagement. You will be at the center of the local policy landscape, linking government priorities with store operations and growth strategies.

You will lead licensing, renewals, and compliance across states, coordinate with federal and local authorities, advise senior management on regulatory risks, and build trusted relationships with regulators and industry groups to support