Public Affairs Manager, Shanghai and Beijing

We are Covestro. We are curious. We are courageous. We are colorful. We refine chemical material solutions with game-changing products. Let us empower you to push boundaries. Join us and our 18.000 colleagues now and together we will make the world a brighter place.

National Level (Beijing)

• •Monitor and analyze national policy trends affecting Covestro's business interests
• •Develop and maintain compliant government relations with key stakeholders
• •Represent Covestro's interests in policy discussions, particularly regarding sustainability, circular economy, and innovation
• •Facilitate engagement between government officials and senior management
• •Provide strategic counsel on emerging political and policy developments

Regional Level (Shanghai/Pudong)

• •Lead government relations initiatives with Shanghai municipal and Pudong district authorities
• •Implement advocacy strategies for local policy matters
• •Monitor regional legislative developments and assess business impacts
• •Organize stakeholder engagement events and maintain political networks
• •Coordinate communication strategies aligned with global messaging

Strategic Focus Areas

• •Policy monitoring and risk mitigation
• •Stakeholder relationship management
• •Advocacy for key topics (sustainability, circular economy, innovation)
• •External partnerships and collaborations
• •Strategic communication and engagement

Internal Collaboration

Works closely with:

• •China senior management
• •Innovation hub
• •Site management
• •Business Unit heads
• •Legal department
• •Communications team
• •Sustainability advocacy team

Qualification:

- Above Ten years of working experience with government departments and industry associations.

- University degree, major in arts, sciences, chemicals

- Substantial experience in project management

- Strong communication skills, both externally and internally

- Expertise in China macro policy analysis, as well as insights for chemical industry policy and regulation

- Good business acumen is preferred

This role is essential for protecting and advancing Covestro's business interests through effective government relations and policy advocacy in China's dynamic regulatory environment.

• YOUR APPLICATION
• Are you as curious, courageous and colorful as we are? If so, we can offer you an exciting career opportunity. We look forward to receiving your application including a cover letter, resume/CV, and relevant certificates. Become part of our Team - apply now!

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• regulations and take appropriate security protection measures to ensure that your personal information is safe and controllable.

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