Government Relations Specialist

<h2 id="tasks">Tasks</h2> <p>📍 <strong>Location:</strong> Quezon City, Philippines<br>💼 <strong>Level:</strong> Senior / Team Leader / Manager<br>🏢 <strong>Industry:</strong> Beauty / E-commerce / Fulfillment</p> <p>ABOUT THE ROLE</p> <p>We are looking for an experienced <strong>Government Relations professional</strong> to support the company&#39;s business operations and regulatory activities in the Philippines.</p> <p>This role will be responsible for coordinating with relevant government agencies, managing regulatory documentation, supporting permit applications, and ensuring that business activities comply with applicable local requirements.</p> <p>KEY RESPONSIBILITIES</p> <ul> <li><p>Coordinate with relevant government agencies regarding <strong>business registration, permits, licenses, and regulatory requirements</strong>.</p> </li> <li><p>Prepare, submit, monitor, and follow up on government applications and required documentation.</p> </li> <li><p>Support the company in obtaining and maintaining required <strong>business permits and operational licenses</strong>.</p> </li> <li><p>Coordinate with relevant agencies and Local Government Units (LGUs) on regulatory and administrative requirements.</p> </li> <li><p>Support compliance activities related to:</p> </li> <li><p>Business registration</p> </li> <li><p>Tax and government requirements</p> </li> <li><p>Fire safety requirements</p> </li> <li><p>Business permits</p> </li> <li><p>Operational licenses</p> </li> <li><p>Industry-specific regulations</p> </li> <li><p>Work with relevant agencies, consultants, and internal teams to resolve regulatory and administrative matters.</p> </li> <li><p>Maintain organized records of permits, licenses, applications, and compliance documentation.</p> </li> <li><p>Monitor relevant regulatory updates and communicate potential business impacts to management.</p> </li> <li><p>Provide practical support to internal teams regarding government procedures and regulatory requirements.</p> </li> <li><p>Assist with regulatory requirements for <strong>Beauty/Aesthetic service businesses, E-commerce, Fulfillment, and other business operations</strong>.</p> </li> </ul> <h2 id="requirements">Requirements</h2> <p>REQUIREMENTS</p> <ul> <li>Bachelor&#39;s degree in <strong>Law, Business, Public Administration, Political Science, or a related field</strong>.</li> <li>Experience in <strong>Government Relations, Regulatory Affairs, Legal Affairs, Compliance, or a related role</strong>.</li> <li>Good understanding of <strong>Philippine government procedures and business regulations</strong>.</li> <li>Hands-on experience managing <strong>permits, licenses, registrations, and government documentation</strong>.</li> <li>Familiarity with relevant Philippine government agencies such as <strong>DTI, BIR, FDA, LTO, SEC, and LGUs</strong> is highly preferred.</li> <li>Strong communication, coordination, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.</li> <li>Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple regulatory matters.</li> <li>Able to work independently and follow projects through to completion.</li> <li>Good English communication skills.</li> </ul> <p>PREFERRED EXPERIENCE</p> <ul> <li>Experience in <strong>Beauty / Aesthetic, E-commerce, Fulfillment, Healthcare, Retail, or other regulated industries</strong>.</li> <li>Experience supporting business expansion or new company setup in the Philippines.</li> <li>Experience with <strong>business permits, operational licenses, tax registration, and regulatory compliance</strong>.</li> <li>Legal or compliance background is an advantage.</li> <li>Experience working with multiple government agencies and Local Government Units.</li> </ul> <h2 id="benefits">Benefits</h2> <ul> <li>Competitive compensation package</li> <li>Senior-level responsibilities</li> <li>Opportunity to support business expansion in the Philippines</li> <li>Dynamic and professional working environment</li> <li>Career growth opportunities</li> </ul> <p>📩 <strong>Interested candidates are welcome to submit their CV for further discussion.</strong></p>