About Asia Group Advisors
Asia Group Advisors is a business advisory and public affairs consultancy operating across the fast-growing Southeast Asia region. We work across a broad range of issues and industries, from finance and the digital economy to agriculture and energy.
AGA has teams of highly experienced consultants located in Bangkok, Hanoi, Jakarta, Kuala Lumpur, Manila, Singapore, Yangon and Washington DC, and is able to provide and implement actionable, locally tailored solutions to our clients, whether they are entering a market for the first time, dealing with regulatory, reputational or compliance risks, or are looking to expand their in-country footprint. We have built our reputation on being a trusted source of strategic advice to the world’s leading companies.
A career with AGA provides a rewarding opportunity to work in the dynamic space between Asia’s governments, businesses, and civil society organizations. Our consultants are creative, dedicated problem-solvers who offer local expertise and content-based solutions. We empower our teams by providing tailored training plans and opportunities for regional exposure. The AGA culture is collaborative and meritocratic. We create an environment where individuals are encouraged to share ideas and opinions and think outside the box.
Role Overview
AGA is seeking a full-time Analyst-Intern to join our dynamic team in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. You will play a crucial role in supporting our team in policy research and analysis, information gathering, advocacy, and business development initiatives. As an Analyst-Intern you will have be exposed to public affairs consultancy work across various business sectors, and gain hands-on experience in working on a client-project.
We seek a dynamic and intellectually curious individual with a passion in learning more about Malaysia’s public policy, politics, and economic developments. Experience in government relations or public affairs is a plus, but not mandatory.
Candidates should be eager to expand their knowledge and skills through continuous learning, while demonstrating a willingness to collaborate and cooperate effectively with colleagues. Successful candidates will have excellent English writing skills.
Responsibilities include
- Support client service teams in Malaysia with media monitoring, issue analysis document preparation, and update notes on relevant events and policy developments
- Seek out and attend seminars, webinars and other events of relevance to our clients, and share synthesized summary notes internally to AGA colleagues
- Conduct research and develop fact packs on high-priority policy and regulatory issues facing international companies operating across Southeast Asia
- Conduct research and write internal briefs on specific Malaysian regulations, legislations, and policies, as well as geopolitical movements and developments that could impact the Southeast Asian region
- Work on special projects as needed and assigned
Desired skills and experience
Essential qualifications
- Demonstrated aptitude for research and English written analysis
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in both remote and in-person settings
- Degree in political science, international affairs, economics, journalism, public policy, or strategic communications
- Enthusiasm for engaging with government officials, business executives, and civil society
- Willingness to learn and grow in a dynamic and fast-paced environment
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to adapt to cross-cultural environments
- Fluent in English.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
Application details
- Desired duration: 4 months
- A competitive stipend will be provided that will be commensurate with prior internship experience.
- Applications must clearly state professional qualifications that meet or exceed the required experience and skills listed above
- Interested applicants should send a cover letter, CV, and 1 writing sample to career@asiagroupadvisors.com
- Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Due to the high level of applications, we regret that we are unable to respond to all applicants. We shall reach out to you if you are selected for the next step in the recruitment process
- Further information on Asia Group Advisors can be found at www.asiagroupadvisors.com
