Associate Public Affairs Director - Thailand (Financial Technology & Digital Services Provider)

The candidate required to work at Bangkok, Thailand.

Client Overview

Our client is a global financial technology (fintech) and artificial intelligence (AI) enterprise established in 2014. The company leverages big data and AI to deliver financial services, risk management solutions, and customer behavior analytics across multiple international markets, including Southeast Asia and Latin America.

With a strong focus on financial inclusion and digital innovation, the company provides technology-driven solutions designed to expand access to financial services, particularly for underserved consumers. Its business also encompasses digital transactions, merchant payment systems, and digital economy platforms. The company operates in highly regulated markets and emphasizes regulatory compliance, responsible innovation, and sustainable business growth.

Job Role

The Associate Public Affairs Director will lead government relations, public policy advocacy, regulatory strategy, licensing coordination, and corporate reputation management in Thailand. Reporting directly to the Board of Directors while maintaining alignment with global headquarters, this role will serve as the primary liaison between the organization and key government authorities, financial regulators, and public sector stakeholders.

The successful candidate will bring extensive knowledge of Thailand's political, legal, and financial regulatory landscape, along with an established professional network across relevant government institutions. The role will translate regulatory developments into business strategies, oversee licensing and regulatory initiatives, manage public policy risks, and strengthen the organization's position as a trusted and compliant participant in Thailand's digital financial ecosystem.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strategic relationships with government officials, regulatory executives, legislative bodies, and other key public sector stakeholders in Thailand.
• Serve as the primary regulatory liaison with key authorities, including the Bank of Thailand (BOT), Ministry of Finance (MOF), and Ministry of Digital Economy and Society (MDES).
• Represent the organization at industry summits, regulatory hearings, fintech association forums, and public policy roundtables.
• Develop and implement public affairs and regulatory strategies aligned with Thailand's digital lending, payment services, and virtual banking ecosystem.
• Advise executive management on proposed legislation, government policy developments, regulatory circulars, and their potential impact on business operations.
• Lead policy advocacy initiatives to support sustainable business models and promote balanced, innovation-friendly financial regulations.
• Oversee regulatory affairs and licensing activities related to e-money, digital lending, virtual banking, and other applicable financial services.
• Collaborate with Legal and Compliance teams to ensure alignment with Thailand's Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA), Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing (AML/CTF) requirements, and electronic transaction regulations.
• Develop crisis communication strategies and external response plans for sensitive regulatory, political, and public policy issues.
• Manage media inquiries, industry association engagement, and external stakeholder communications to protect corporate reputation and maintain public trust.
• Lead local public affairs and regulatory initiatives, establish performance indicators, and coordinate execution across business units.
• Provide regular updates to executive leadership on regulatory developments, public policy risks, stakeholder feedback, and market trends.

Candidate Requirements

• Thai native national.
• Bachelor's degree in Political Science, Law, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field; a Master's degree is preferred.
• Minimum 8–10 years of progressive experience in public affairs, government relations, corporate communications, or regulatory strategy within fintech, financial services, digital lending, or payment ecosystems.
• Proven experience in senior leadership positions, such as Associate Director, Senior Manager, or Director, managing external affairs and regulatory risks in Thailand's highly regulated business environment.
• Established and verifiable professional relationships with key Thai regulatory bodies, particularly the Bank of Thailand (BOT), Ministry of Finance (MOF), and Ministry of Digital Economy and Society (MDES).
• In-depth understanding of Thai financial regulations, digital financial platforms, consumer protection, PDPA, electronic transaction frameworks, and AML/CTF requirements.
• Strong political acumen, executive presence, and strategic judgment, with the ability to engage confidently with government officials, regulators, and global corporate leadership.
• High ethical standards, integrity, discretion, and the ability to manage confidential executive matters and protect corporate reputation.
• Excellent English communication and presentation skills for global headquarters reporting, regulatory proposals, and policy discussions.
• Mandarin Chinese proficiency is highly preferred to facilitate direct communication with global headquarters leadership.

Job Code: #810