Associate Director

Our client is a strategic advisory firm specializing in market entry, government affairs, strategic communications and public policy in Southeast Asia. They have a global presence and have in-country teams help clients navigate the business and political landscapes of the most challenging markets in the region.

Their services spans a range of sectors including energy, financial services, ICT, logistics, sustainability, food & beverages, and agribusiness. AGA focuses on resolving challenges to clients existing business interests as well as identifying and advancing new commercial opportunities.

They are currently seeking a full-time Associate Director to be based in our Bangkok office.

The Associate Director will be a member of a regional leadership team and be expected to manage client service within the Thailand and regional portfolio and lead internal team management and development.

The successful candidate will have day-to-day responsibility for the management and strategic direction of the Thailand portfolio of clients. This is a rewarding opportunity to work in the dynamic space between Asias governments, businesses, and civil society organizations. The Associate Director will play an important role in a growing firm providing solutions to some of the worlds largest and most respected companies and organizations.

Responsibilities

• Managing projects with existing and future clients in Thailand
• Conceptualizing, co-creating and proposing solutions and strategies for client challenges and issues, and successfully implementing these strategies in pursuit of our clients interests
• Maintaining and managing client relationships as a trusted advisor to provide strategic advice and ensure client satisfaction
• Ensuring delivery of high-quality services and products to clients
• Pro-actively maintaining and building partnerships with government, associations, business and third parties
• Representing the firm in stakeholder meetings, public forums, or industry events
• Assisting in team and people management, including recruitment, training, knowledge-sharing and mentoring, and developing junior consultants
• Working on special projects as needed and assigned

Desired skills and experience

• Eight or more years of progressive experience in government relations, corporate affairs and/or government in Thailand, either in-house or in a consulting capacity
• Deep networks with government and business stakeholders, coupled with an in-depth understanding of the investment and policy climate in Thailand
• Excellent inter-personal negotiation and communication skills
• Experience or aptitude in dealing with senior international business executives and government decision-makers