Senior Executive, Government Relations

Job Description

OVERVIEW: 

• Location: Don Mueang, Bangkok

• Department: Government Relations

• Entity: Thai AirAsia

• Status: Full-time

YOUR ROLE AS A SENIOR EXECUTIVE, GOVERNMENT RELATIONS

In this role, you will join our team and be our voice in the public sphere as AirAsia branding. You will be responsible for building and maintaining relationships with key government officials, advocating for our interests, and keeping us informed of legislative and regulatory developments that impact our business.

WHAT YOU'LL CHAMPION:

• Government Relations Strategy:  Assist in the development and implementation of comprehensive government relations strategies to advance the organization's objectives.

• Advocacy and Policy Development: Monitor and analyze legislative and regulatory developments affecting the organization. Advocate for policy positions and contribute to the development of policy recommendations.

• Compliance and Reporting:  Ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and reporting requirements. Prepare and submit necessary documentation and reports.

• Relationship Building: Establish and maintain strong relationships with key government officials, agencies, and other stakeholders. Act as a liaison to foster collaboration and partnership.

• Collaboration and Joining campaign:  Support the Government Manager in coordinating with the Commercial team to create the  marketing joining campaigns  to propose to the relevant authorities (TAT) 

• Communication:  Develop and disseminate communication materials, including briefings, reports, and presentations, to inform internal and external audiences about government relations activities.

• Research and Analysis: Conduct research and analysis on relevant legislative, regulatory, and policy issues. Provide insights and recommendations to inform decision-making.

• Team Collaboration: Collaborate with internal teams and departments to ensure alignment and coordination of government relations activities with overall organizational goals.

WHO YOU ARE:

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Political Science, Social Science, and other related fields

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience working with legal affairs, government relations, public policy, or advocacy influence, or aviation business 

• Proven expertise in analyzing legal, policy, and political issues, and effectively translating strategy into actionable plans

• Ability to prioritize, plan, organize, and carry out multiple assignments to achieve multiple objectives

• Well-organized, good personality, and good presentation skills

• Exceptional oral and written communication skills, both Thai and English

• Excellent work ethic and an ability to work well in a team environment

• Able to work at Don Mueang International Airport, and take a business trip as the assignment.

WHERE YOU'LL GO:

Based on your performance and contribution in this role, you'll grow into becoming a  Manager for Government Relations, and more upper-level in the future. In this role, you'll work on developing and executing policies and strategies to drive aviation regulations and policies in collaboration with the involved Ministry

WHAT YOU'LL ENJOY:

• Physical Wellbeing: Key medical and insurance benefits, maternity expenses, flexible work arrangement, and health and fitness amenities.

• Emotional Wellbeing: Paid time off, wellness programmes, and childcare amenities. 

• Financial Wellbeing: Resources relating to financial, personal skills and career growth programmes.

• Allstars Specials: Free flights, unlimited discounted flights, and exclusive discounts with partners. 

• A unique Allstar culture like no other

OUR HIRING PROCESS:

• Application Review

• Application Review and Skills Match

• Interview & Assessment

• Background Verification

• Offer Process

GET TO KNOW AIRASIA :

AirAsia has been the World's Best Low-Cost Airline for 14 consecutive years with over 800 million guests flown. We continue to champion dreams, serve the underserved and connect the world and Asean like no other so Now Everyone Can Fly.

GET TO KNOW US:

Our story begins in 2001 with a dream, two planes and a 40 million ringgit debt. You'll know us as the 'Now Everyone Can Fly' airline (if you don't, we're definitely older than you).

Today, we're more than just an airline. We're Capital A - a world-class brand that wears many hats. Our mission is to connect people and transform lives in Asean.

Above all, we're Allstars. We believe in the unbelievable and we dare to dream. We also believe in celebrating all individuals. So no matter your culture and background or if you prefer aisle seat to window seat, we're excited to have you onboard. 

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