Senior Manager, Public Affairs APAC

Netflix; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading entertainment service provider is seeking a Senior Manager of Public Affairs for the Asia-Pacific region, based in Singapore. The role requires 10-15 years of experience in public affairs and government relations, with a focus on engaging policymakers across various APAC markets. The candidate will lead strategic initiatives, develop policy narratives, and work closely with cross-functional teams. A collaborative spirit and strong communication skills are essential to align Netflix's efforts with local and global stakeholders.

Qualifications

• 10–15 years of experience in public affairs, policy, or government relations within a company, government, or trade association.
• Deep multi-market experience leading programs across APAC, especially in Japan, India, and Korea.
• Preferred knowledge of the creative economy or technology-related issues.

Responsibilities

• Lead public affairs efforts across the Asia-Pacific region.
• Collaborate with internal teams for strategic engagement.
• Develop policy narratives in coordination with local and global colleagues.

Skills

Public affairs

Government relations

Excellent communication skills

Cultural alignment with Netflix values

Solution-oriented mindset

Job description

Netflix is one of the world's leading entertainment services, with over 300 million paid memberships in over 190 countries enjoying TV series, films and games across a wide variety of genres and languages. Members can play, pause and resume watching as much as they want, anytime, anywhere, and can change their plans at any time.

About this Role

We are looking for a Senior Manager of Public Affairs Asia-Pacific to work with other teams at Netflix and external partners to demonstrate the value of our local contributions to policymakers and key opinion leaders in key APAC markets, including Japan, India, Korea, Australia, Taiwan, and Southeast Asia. Some areas of focus include:

• On the ground, direct support to design and execute strategic initiatives of engagement in close collaboration with Netflix teams in the region and globally. Act as a regional counterpart to APAC Comms, Marketing, Content, and Legal functions to align priorities, goals, and timelines across the region — ensuring collaboration and xfn support for regional and local moments
• Drive relationships with influential regional institutions
• Work closely with teams to create consistency and clarity across our proactive efforts APAC (such as local contribution programs), while connecting the dots between local and global/broader teams/narratives
• Collaborate with our internal Policy Strategy Partners team to coordinate APAC inputs and inform, and drive rollout of global assets and globally significant events

Responsibilities

• Based in Singapore.
• Lead public affairs efforts across the Asia-Pacific region, advancing Netflix’s strategic goals in close collaboration with local and global business counterparts.
• Join a solutions-oriented Global Affairs team that operates as an integral part of the company's business unit.
• Develop and refine policy narratives in coordination with colleagues at the local, regional, and global levels.
• Conceptualize and support the execution of memorable “moments” of engagement with key opinion formers.
• Lead strategic public efforts programs in partnership with Global Affairs teams and internal cross-functional stakeholders.

Candidate Requirements

• 10–15 years of experience in public affairs, policy, or government relations within a company, government, or trade association.
• Deep multi-market experience leading programs across APAC, with a primary focus on Japan, India, and Korea. Experience in Australia, Taiwan, and Southeast Asia is considered helpful.
• Preferred knowledge of the creative economy, the internet, or technology-related issues.
• Proven ability to navigate complex, matrixed organizational structures.
• Excellent written and verbal speaking skills.
• Highly organized, collaborative, and solutions-oriented.
• Cultural Alignment: Exemplify Netflix’s core values, including excellence, selflessness, honesty, and impact.

Inclusion is a Netflix value and we strive to host a meaningful interview experience for all candidates. If you want an accommodation/adjustment for a disability or any other reason during the hiring process, please send a request to your recruiting partner.

We are an equal-opportunity employer and celebrate diversity, recognizing that diversity builds stronger teams. We approach diversity and inclusion seriously and thoughtfully. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, national origin, caste, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic makeup, marital status, or military service.