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Head of Government Affairs

CGL Consulting Co., Ltd · Shanghai, China

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Key Responsibilities: • Develop, expand, and maintain strong relationships with relevant government authorities, industry associations, and external stakeholders in alignment with the company’s strategic objectives. • Leverage government relations channels to support business development, project implementation, and long-term corporate growth. • Identify and create mutually beneficial cooperation opportunities with government bodies, including opportunities for positive corporate exposure and brand enhancement. • Monitor, analyze, and interpret relevant policies, regulations, government initiatives, and industry developments to identify opportunities and potential risks for the company. • Coordinate internal and external resources to support applications for government funding, policy support, and other favorable policy-related opportunities. • Track key government and industry activities, events, and initiatives, and ensure the company’s active participation where appropriate. • Identify and leverage opportunities to enhance the company’s visibility, reputation, and influence with relevant government stakeholders. • Provide government affairs support during sensitive business situations, regulatory investigations, or crisis management scenarios. Requirements: • Bachelor’s degree or above; fluent English communication skills are required. • Minimum 15 years of relevant experience in government relations, public affairs, public relations, or related functions. • Experience in a relevant industry is preferred. • Solid understanding of government operations, policy-making processes, and stakeholder engagement mechanisms. • Strong government network and proven experience engaging with authorities such as SASAC, Economic and Information Technology Commissions, Development and Reform Commissions, or similar government bodies are highly preferred. • Excellent interpersonal, coordination, influencing, and stakeholder management skills. • Strong business acumen, political sensitivity, adaptability, and ability to respond effectively to complex situations. • High integrity, sincerity, passion, resilience, and strong personal credibility. • Strong problem-solving, judgment, observation, and project management capabilities. • Ability to coordinate across different departments and teams to ensure the smooth execution of public affairs, and PR activities