Partnerships Specialist (Government Affairs)

Hyundai Motor Group Innovation Center Singapore (HMGICS); Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Hyundai Motor Group Innovation Center Singapore (HMGICS) is seeking a policy and government affairs professional to support new government engagements in Singapore, including defense-related initiatives. You will work with Singapore-based public stakeholders to strengthen partnerships and align policy with business objectives.

The role requires coordinating across legal, PR, procurement, and cross-functional teams; drafting policy positions; managing defense regulations; and navigating complex

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required across any field.
• 3–5 years in government/public sector roles.
• Defense sales or military experience is a plus.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Ability to navigate ambiguous policy environments.

Responsibilities

• Monitor political, regulatory, and geopolitical developments relevant to Hyundai and Singaporean public sector opportunities.
• Collaborate across cross-functional teams to develop policy positions on topics including EVs, AVs, and defense.
• Manage relationships with government bodies and industry associations; represent the company in engagements.
• Participate in market-specific industry associations and coordinate coalitions.
• Coordinate with Legal, PR, and other teams on policy/regulatory matters.
• Lead cross-functional teams in drafting responses to RFPs and ITTs.
• Serve as main contact for regulators and government officials, including foreign governments when needed.
• Engage with partners and HQ policy teams to shape engagement strategies.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Policy development

Public sector relations

Defense experience

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

This position is responsible for supporting Hyundai Motor Group's new business engagements with the Singapore Government and public sectors, including defense-related initiatives, as part of the broader government affairs and public policy strategy for Singapore. The role will work closely with Singapore-based public stakeholders, including the Singapore Government, public and industry associations/entities, and foreign delegations, to strengthen HMGICS's strategic partnerships and support business objectives.

What To Expect

• Monitor and anticipate political, regulatory, and geopolitical developments that could create opportunities or risks for the company.
• Collaborate across cross-functional teams to develop policy positions for Hyundai Motor Group and HMGICS across various areas of interest, including but not limited to electric vehicles, autonomous vehicles, and defense.
• Manage relationships with government bodies and public/industry associations, and represent the company in these engagements.
• Participate in market-specific industry associations and manage coalition positions in coordination with internal stakeholders.
• Coordinate closely with Legal, PR, and other relevant teams on active policy and regulatory matters.
• Lead cross-functional teams in drafting comprehensive responses to Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and Invitations to Tender (ITTs).
• Serve as the point of contact for key regulators, government officials, representatives, and, where necessary, foreign governments.
• Act as the primary interface with government regulatory and defense agencies, procurement officers, and military stakeholders to understand product requirements.
• Engage with business partners and HQ global policy teams to develop engagement strategies to influence policy.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's Degree in any field.
• Minimum 3–5 years of relevant experience in the government or public sector.
• Experience in defense sales or the military would be an added advantage, preferably involving weapon systems or vehicle technologies.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Ability to work in ambiguous situations and structure new problem spaces.
• Comfortable operating between strategy development and hands-on delivery.
• Deep understanding of the defense acquisition lifecycle and local/international defense regulations.
• Experience supporting procurement and contract management.