Government Relations Manager

As the Government Relations Manager, you will serve as the primary liaison between the company and government authorities, automotive industry associations, and regulatory bodies.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Build and maintain strategic relationships with key government agencies and state enterprises (e.g., Ministry of Industry, Ministry of Finance, Excise Department, Customs Department, Department of Land Transport, BOI, IEAT, and automotive associations) to foster strong networks and support corporate strategic objectives.

2.Manage the end-to-end process for business permits, regulatory approvals (e.g., TISI standards), and trade/investment incentives (such as BOI schemes and EV support policies). Oversee government systems and platforms, including BOI-EMT and e-PP IEAT, ensuring complete compliance and accuracy.

3.Monitor, analyze, and assess the impact of emerging laws, government policies, automotive standards, and tax structures (including EV policies and environmental regulations). Propose proactive risk mitigation measures and compliance guidelines to executive management.

4.Formulate public affairs communication plans, collaborate with media partners, and drive Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives to strengthen long-term corporate reputation and brand trust.

5.Evaluate and manage policy and public sentiment risks. Collaborate with cross-functional internal teams to address immediate issues and respond to urgent requests or emergencies from government authorities with a high sense of responsiveness under pressure.

Qualifications:

1.Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Political Science, Law, Public Administration, Business Administration, Corporate Communications, or a related field.

2.Minimum 5–8 years of experience in Government Relations, Public Affairs, Regulatory Compliance, or External Relations within the Automotive Industry or related sectors.

3.In-depth understanding of Thai automotive laws, regulations, tax structures, and industrial promotion policies.

4.Exceptional negotiation, diplomacy, and networking skills with government officials and executive stakeholders.

5.Fluent command of spoken and written English.