Senior Government Relations Advisor

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ExxonMobil in Singapore

ExxonMobil is one of Singapore’s largest foreign manufacturing investors with over S$25 billion in fixed asset investments. We have manufacturing facilities that include an integrated world-scale refining and petrochemical complex in Jurong and Jurong Island, a network of service stations under the Esso brand, operate a lubricant plant and are a supplier of cylinder cooking gas. ExxonMobil provides customers and commercial markets in the region with ground transportation, industrial, aviation and marine fuels, lubricants, petrochemicals and liquefied natural gas (LNG). As Singapore serves as the AP hub for some of our businesses, we employ about 3,500 people across positions in operations, projects, commercial, corporate support functions and others. ExxonMobil also contributes to community programs in Singapore that support the arts, education, health and the environment.

What role you will play in our team

ExxonMobil’s business in Singapore is evolving, as we continue to meet society’s needs for energy and chemical products and at the same time, progress lower-carbon solutions. The team is looking for a candidate with extensive experience in public policy, advocacy and government affairs. Government engagement will be needed on a broad set of issues, including energy and chemical industry regulations, tax, trade etc. This requires a candidate who can track policy developments at an early stage, develop strategic engagement plans and represent the company’s interests to internal and external stakeholders.

What you will do

• You have an established external and intelligence network to support our business objectives. You’ll also provide counsel to business leaders and other key internal stakeholders on regulations and issues, with a bias for action to drive solutions.
• You will monitor policy developments and provide timely analysis on geo-political, economic and societal developments, and offer insights on macro policy and the regulatory landscape.
• You will evaluate and interpret new and emerging policies or regulations to identify the needs and develop advocacy plans.
• You will support senior executive engagement and advise on the political and geo-political landscape, provide strategic vision, and work collaboratively with other internal teams (both global/local) to develop advocacy positions that are consistent with corporate objectives and business priorities.
• You will be a part of the Singapore P&GA team, to support or lead in external-facing activities, including but not limited to government, trade associations, academia, etc.
• You will provide regular policy updates and interpretations to the local and global teams, the country leadership team and relevant business lines.

About you

Skills and Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree in public policy, public administration, law, or a related field, with at least 10 years of experience in government or quasi-government organizations.
• Solid understanding of policy-making/regulatory processes in Singapore, as well as a good grasp of key decision-makers and influencers.
• Self-starter with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
• Strong team player, proactively supporting other colleagues, contributing to their success, as well as welcoming their input into your swim lane in support of theirs (and your own) growth opportunities.
• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to interface and collaborate with other organizations and cultures within a matrixed organization.
• Highly-effective communicator.
• Ability to work and manage complex regulatory and political issues.
• Ability to develop effective relationships with 3rd parties and build new relationships.

Your benefits

An ExxonMobil career is one designed to last and we provide job rotations throughout your career with us. Our commitment to you runs deep: our employees grow personally and professionally, with benefits built on our core categories of health, security, finance, and life. Currently, our employees' benefits include: Long Term Savings Allowance, dental reimbursement, annual health checkups and Home Ownership Assistance Plan amongst others and these are updated from time to time.

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