Director, Government Affairs, Southeast Asia

About the role

Coherent Corp., a global manufacturer of lasers, engineered materials and networking components, is looking for a Director of Government Affairs for Southeast Asia. The role leads the public policy and government engagement strategy across key markets in the region, shapes policy outcomes, builds trusted relationships with government stakeholders and aligns regional priorities with global public affairs objectives.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of the company's public policy and government engagement strategy across key Southeast Asian markets
• Shape policy outcomes and build trusted relationships with government stakeholders
• Ensure alignment between regional priorities and global public affairs objectives
• Depending on location, may be responsible for executing and maintaining ISO 9000, 9001, 14001 and other applicable standards within the Quality and Environmental Management Systems

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Public Policy, Law, International Relations or a related field preferred; Master's or PhD strongly preferred
• 12+ years of experience in government affairs, public policy, regulatory affairs or related roles
• Typically 7+ years of managerial or leadership experience
• Experience in a multinational corporation in a government affairs role
• Experience in government in a policy or regulatory role preferred
• Strong knowledge of Southeast Asia's political and regulatory landscape

Required skills

• Proven track record of influencing policy and building high-level government relationships
• Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to work in a highly matrixed, cross-cultural environment
• Fluent business English and at least one other Asian language

Work is onsite or hybrid, with occasional off-site meetings or travel, and occasional overtime and flexible hours. The position follows the company's ICARE values and its EHS standards.