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Senior Manager Government Relations & Partnerships (Media)

Kuala Lumpur Permanent MYR216,000 - MYR264,000 per year View Job Description
Lead the organisation's growth and partnership strategy across Malaysia, building and maintaining senior-level relationships within government, political offices, corporates, and premium brands. The role is responsible for driving commercial partnerships, sponsorship revenue, strategic stakeholder engagement, and supporting exclusive events and leadership programmes.
  • High-profile government stakeholder exposure
  • Shape growth in an expanding business

About Our Client

Our client is a rapidly growing media and events organisation serving senior business leaders, entrepreneurs and decision-makers across the region. Through a combination of premium content, private networking events and leadership platforms, they connect influential stakeholders across business, government and investment communities.

Job Description

  • Develop and manage relationships with government, political and corporate stakeholders.
  • Drive sponsorship, advertising and partnership revenue growth.
  • Secure strategic collaborations, interviews and event participation.
  • Prepare commercial proposals, budgets and partnership agreements.
  • Lead outreach initiatives and represent the organisation at high-level engagements.
  • Manage and coach a small team while ensuring strong stakeholder tracking and reporting processes

The Successful Applicant

A successful Senior Manager Government Relations & Strategic Partnership should have:

  • 5-8 years' experience within government relations, public affairs, corporate affairs, political communications or strategic partnerships.
  • Established network across government ministries, agencies and political stakeholders.
  • Strong business development and relationship management capabilities.
  • Excellent communication skills in both Bahasa Malaysia and English.
  • Ability to engage confidently with senior leaders, executives and key decision-makers.
  • High level of professionalism, discretion and non-partisan judgement

What's on Offer

  • Opportunity to build influential networks across government, business and industry leaders.
  • Autonomy to shape commercial growth and partnership strategy within a high-visibility leadership role.



Apply to be considered for this Senior Manager Government Relations & Strategic Partnership role in Kuala Lumpur.

Contact
Vinosha Jothiraja
Quote job ref
JN-102026-7127279
Phone number
+603 2302 4040

Job summary

Function
Marketing
Specialisation
Public Relations / Corporate Communication
What is your area of specialisation?
Media & Agency
Location
Kuala Lumpur
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Vinosha Jothiraja
Consultant contact
+603 2302 4040
Job Reference
JN-102026-7127279

Diversity & Inclusion at Michael Page

We don't just accept difference - we celebrate it. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for this role and are committed to building inclusive, diverse workplaces where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.