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Permit & Licensing (AM - Manager - AVP)

Pathum Wan Permanent THB135,000 - THB165,000 per year View Job Description
This role is responsible for leading permit and licensing activities, ensuring regulatory compliance, and securing critical approvals required for business operations and project execution. The successful candidate will serve as a key liaison with government authorities while driving permit governance, stakeholder management, and team leadership initiatives.
  • Lead regulatory and licensing activities for large-scale energy projects.
  • Work closely with senior government stakeholders and executive leadership.

About Our Client

A prominent organisation operating in the energy and natural resources sector, based in Pathum Wan.Our client is a leading organisation operating within the energy and infrastructure sector, supporting large-scale projects that contribute to long-term economic and sustainable development. The company offers a dynamic environment with opportunities to engage with complex regulatory matters, cross-functional stakeholders, and high-profile strategic initiatives.

Job Description

  • Lead and oversee the full permit and licensing lifecycle, including applications, renewals, amendments, and regulatory approvals.
  • Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and internal governance requirements.
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with government agencies and regulatory authorities.
  • Act as the primary contact for complex regulatory matters and facilitate issue resolution.
  • Monitor permit obligations and licence conditions to ensure ongoing compliance.
  • Establish compliance monitoring processes and conduct periodic reviews or audits.
  • Develop and implement corrective action plans to mitigate regulatory risks.
  • Create, update, and maintain permit-related policies, procedures, and standard operating guidelines.
  • Ensure proper documentation management, version control, and audit readiness.
  • Collaborate closely with legal, engineering, operations, project, and HSE teams to integrate permitting requirements into project plans.
  • Support project execution by identifying permit-related risks, dependencies, and timelines.
  • Prepare management reports highlighting permit status, compliance issues, risks, and mitigation plans.
  • Present updates and recommendations to senior leaders and key stakeholders.
  • Lead, mentor, and develop a team responsible for permit and licensing activities.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives and strengthen regulatory intelligence capabilities.

The Successful Applicant

  • Bachelor's degree or higher in Law, Political Science, Public Administration, Arts, or a related discipline.
  • Minimum 5-7 years of experience in permitting, licensing, regulatory affairs, or government relations, preferably within energy, utilities, infrastructure, or related industries.
  • Strong stakeholder management and negotiation skills with experience engaging government agencies and regulatory bodies.
  • Excellent communication skills in both Thai and English, with strong written and verbal capabilities.
  • Proven leadership, problem-solving, analytical thinking, and project coordination skills, with the ability to travel domestically and internationally when required.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary ranging.
  • Permanent position based in Pathum Wan.



If you meet the requirements and are interested in this role within the energy and natural resources industry, we encourage you to apply.

Contact
Suporntip Hatthakaroon
Quote job ref
JN-092026-7097926
Phone number
+6620125021

Job summary

Sector
Legal
Specialisation
Energy / Projects - Private Practice
What is your area of specialisation?
Energy & Natural Resources
Location
Pathum Wan
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Suporntip Hatthakaroon
Consultant phone
+6620125021
Job Reference
JN-092026-7097926

Diversity & Inclusion at Michael Page

We don't just accept difference - we celebrate it. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for this role and are committed to building inclusive, diverse workplaces where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.