Senior Manager, Government Affairs & Public Policy - APAC

Baker Hughes; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A global energy company seeks a Senior Manager, Government Affairs & Public Policy in Kuala Lumpur. The role requires strong leadership, communication, and expertise in navigating government relations across APAC. Responsibilities include advocating for company interests, providing guidance on policy developments, and leading strategic government initiatives. Candidates should have 5+ years of experience in government affairs with a proven track record in multinational contexts. Expect a flexible working environment and a rewarding benefits package.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical care options

Life insurance and disability programs

Flexible work-life balance policies

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in global government affairs, public policy, or regulatory strategy.
• Proven track record of leading international teams.
• Deep understanding of APAC policy and global geopolitical awareness.

Responsibilities

• Advocating for company’s interests with APAC governments.
• Assisting in navigating government contracts and compliance requirements.
• Providing guidance on public policy and regulatory developments.

Skills

Government affairs

Public policy

Regulatory strategy

Leadership

Communication

Job description

Senior Manager, Government Affairs & Public Policy - APAC

Would shaping the strategies of Government organizations excite you?

Do you enjoy being a part of a successful team?

About the team

Our team serves as our firm’s ambassadors to key government stakeholders across the world. We refine company strategy and values into a perspective that we carry into constructive engagements with our policymaking partners. We collaborate to build and strengthen networks around the world to help deliver business expectations.

Partner with the best

As Senior Manager, Government Affairs & Public Policy - APAC, you will collaborate with all product lines and business operations related to Government relations matters.

Geographic Scope: Broad APAC coverage, including China, Australia, Japan, Korea, and Southeast Asia.

You will be responsible for:

• Advocating for the company’s interests with APAC governments and international agencies.
• Assisting in navigating government contracts, domestic product preferences, and compliance requirements.
• Providing expert guidance to senior management on public policy and regulatory developments.
• Translating and communicating policy changes and implementation strategies to internal stakeholders.
• Leading cross‑functional, long‑term initiatives that align with business and policy objectives.
• Designing, documenting, promoting, and executing strategic programs that support government affairs goals.

Fuel your passion

To be successful in this role you will:

• Have 5+ yr of experience in global government affairs, public policy, or regulatory strategy, ideally in a Fortune 500 or multinational organization.
• Demonstrate proven track record of leading international teams and engaging with diverse political and regulatory systems.
• Have deep understanding of APAC policy combined with global geopolitical awareness.
• Demonstrate good leadership, communication, and relationship‑building skills across cultures and sectors.
• Have excellent communication and presentation skills including communicating complex content to a range of audiences.
• Demonstrate ability to operate in a lean, agile environment with high visibility and strategic impact.
• Be able to travel domestically and internationally as required.

Work in a way that works for you

We recognize that everyone is different and that the way in which people want to work and deliver at their best is different for everyone too. In this role, we can offer the following flexible working patterns:

This role is a Full Time Regular, live in country.

Working with us

Our people are at the heart of what we do at Baker Hughes. We know we are better when all of our people are developed, engaged and able to bring their whole authentic selves to work. We invest in the health and wellbeing of our workforce, train and reward talent and develop leaders at all levels to bring out the best in each other.

Working for you

Our inventions have revolutionized energy for over a century. But to keep going forward tomorrow, we know we have to push the boundaries today. We prioritize rewarding those who embrace change with a package that reflects how much we value their input. Join us, and you can expect:

• Contemporary work‑life balance policies and wellbeing activities
• Comprehensive private medical care options
• Safety net of life insurance and disability programs
• Tailored financial programs
• Additional elected or voluntary benefits