Senior Government Affairs Manager

Role

Purpose:

This strategic role supports Dyson’s high-profile government affairs agenda across Greater China, with a focus on regulatory engagement, policy navigation, and long-term stakeholder management. The Senior Government Affairs Manager will act as a bridge between internal teams and external government bodies, advocating Dyson’s values and business objectives while safeguarding its reputation and enabling sustainable growth.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with key government departments and organizations, including SAMR, Commissions of Commerce, Development and Reform, and Industry & IT.
• Identify and engage top stakeholders for policy advocacy and social impact initiatives.
• Support central and regional government engagements (e.g., Yangtze River Delta, GBA) to advance Dyson’s strategic priorities.

• Monitor and analyze socio-economic, legislative, and regulatory developments.
• Prepare regular policy papers and insights for leadership to anticipate and respond to market changes.
• Provide strategic advice on regulatory risks and opportunities.

• Develop and maintain a systematic stakeholder engagement map.
• Shape and communicate Dyson’s strategic narrative to government officials and industry groups.
• Amplify Dyson’s agenda on government platforms and pursue recognition through awards and incentives.

• Serve as a core member of the Reputation Protection Committee.
• Support the development of integrated approaches to manage reputational risks and ensure business continuity.
• Lead internal insights sharing to align teams on reputational priorities.

• Bachelor’s degree or above in Political Science, Public Policy, Law, or related fields.
• 5–8 years of experience in Government Affairs, preferably within MNCs in technology or retail sectors.
• Proven track record in policy advocacy and stakeholder engagement in China.
• Strong understanding of China’s political and regulatory systems.
• Excellent bilingual communication skills (Mandarin and English).
• High emotional intelligence, diplomacy, and crisis management capabilities.

Dyson is an equal opportunity employer. We know that great minds don’t think alike, and it takes all kinds of minds to make our technology so unique. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and employment decisions are made without regard to race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other any other dimension of diversity.