Government Affairs

Microsoft Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Microsoft’s Corporate, External and Legal Affairs (CELA) Department has an opening for an experienced professional to lead Microsoft’s government affairs and public policy in Malaysia, reporting to the ASEAN CELA lead.

This senior position offers a unique opportunity to work with regulators, government stakeholders, industry peers and thought leaders on emerging complex technology policy. The role involves close collaboration across Microsoft’s matrixed organization in the region and worldwide, in line with the growing international role Malaysia plays in shaping global and regional policy agenda on issues such as artificial intelligence (AI). The successful individual will represent the CELA function on the Microsoft Malaysia Leadership Team, working closely with the Managing Director, the Public Sector Lead, and other senior business leaders in-country to ensure strong alignment between legal, regulatory, and policy priorities and Microsoft’s business objectives.

In addition, while the core focus will be on Malaysia, the individual will also monitor key policy and regulatory developments in the Philippines and engage with relevant stakeholders there as required, ensuring Microsoft maintains visibility and influence on critical issues across both markets.

Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond.

Responsibilities

• You will leverage external and internal partnerships to advance Microsoft’s public policy agenda, as well as establish an intelligence network to support our business objectives. You’ll also provide counsel to the business, engineering and other key internal stakeholders on public policy topics, and recommend ways to advance our policy and political agenda.
• You will represent Microsoft externally by participating in events, supporting executive engagement along the way. You’ll also advise on political and geopolitical landscape, provide strategic vision, and develop a communication framework or messaging.
• You’ll support Public Sector and other business opportunities, and build our reputation as a globally trusted technology provider. You will work closely with regulators and other key policy-making bodies as customers, assisting them on their journey deploying advanced technology, such as AI.
• You will act as an expert and provide direction on large, critical projects, resolving complex conflicts and ensuring team alignment. You’ll also collaborate with senior stakeholders and experts to understand and align on objectives, priorities, and resources.
• You’ll contribute to our global public policy work in areas such as AI; in particular where Malaysia’s regulations may influence policy decisions of other countries in the wider Global Majority and beyond.

Qualifications

Required / Minimum Qualifications

Additional Or Preferred Qualifications

Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with applicable law, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance and / or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations.

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