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Public Affairs Manager, Shanghai and Beijing

Covestro
Pudong, Shanghai, China Posted Oct 15, 2026
Full-time

About this role

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.

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