VP, China Strategy & Public Policy Advisory

The Asia Group, LLC is now accepting applications for an Associate Vice President/Vice President to join our China practice. This role will be based in Washington, DC. TAG is a leading strategic and capital advisory firm that positions clients – ranging from Fortune 100 multinationals to innovative startups – for success in established and emerging markets across the Indo-Pacific region. Our diverse team possesses decades of government, private sector, and military experience with a work ethos that emphasizes teamwork, collegiality, creativity, entrepreneurialism, and mentorship. We are well positioned for growth andseeka vice president to join our China practice.The ideal candidate will havea strong foundationof China experience, including in-country experience,and haverecently held a mid-level position in business or government (U.S. Departments of Commerce and/or Treasury preferred but not required)that focusedon trade, economics, finance, law,orforeign policy.In addition, a successful candidate will have a strong command of the political, regulatory,and macroeconomic environments in China,U.S.-China relations, and demonstratethe ability to distil these trends into actionable insights and strategic recommendations for commercial stakeholders across a broad range of industries. This role requires occasional domestic and international travel, depending on business needs. Job requirements Advanced degree (e. g., MA, MBA) or equivalent practical experience related to China 10years of relevant work experience Strong client and project management experience Experience in government relations or comparable experience,demonstratingthe ability to integrate public policy with corporate strategy Expertisein U.S. economic and trade policy towards China, including an understanding of key stakeholders, policy tools, and engagement mechanisms Deep understanding of Chinese regulatory frameworks , political dynamics,andstakeholders Experience inkey industries including financial services, technology, and healthcare / biotech / pharmaceuticals ( preferred ) . Strong communicator,demonstratedby the ability to write and present in a polished and effective manner to business executives and other senior-levelinterlocutors. Experience managing and leading small teams On-the-ground policy work experience in China( preferred ) Job responsibilities Assistpartners and principals in managingthe China practice, including by supporting thecontinuedgrowth andintegration of TAG’s Shanghai, andHongKong, and Taiwanoffices Manage day-to-day client workstreams, including inter alia developmentand reviewof written deliverables,delivering substantive briefings for clients,and fielding and managing client requests as they come in Developregular,nuanced assessments of relevant political, financial, economic, and regulatory trends in China for broad client consumption Support the firm’s business developmentobjectives, including by identifying/researchingpotential targets, conductingoutreach, and developing proposals;and,Cultivate andmaintaina robust network of relevant stakeholder relationships in Washington,DCand China. We value professionals who are proactive in exploring new ways to work smarter. Ideal candidates will be comfortable using artificial intelligence tools — or excited to learn how — to increase efficiency, enhance analysis or deliverables, and generate innovative solutions. Familiarity with generative AI platforms or a growth mindset toward emerging technologies is a plus. Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States and are expected to work in-person at the TAG DC office five days per week. Please note that the Asia Group maintains a dog-friendly office environment. Dogs are often present in our workplace, and candidates should be comfortable working in close proximity to them as part of our standard in-person work setting. TAG provides competitive benefits, including premium health insurance, generous paid time off, 401(k) matching, and commuter allowances, with regular training opportunities available to its employees. For this role, TAG offers a salary of $90,000.00-$ $160,000 with eligibility for a discretionary end-of-year bonus. All interested candidates must apply via the application portal on our website. Due to the volume of applications received, responses from our recruiting team may be delayed. No phone calls or emails, please. Legal Notices Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) ; Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA) . As a participant in E-Verify, we are required to provide the following notices: E-Verify Participation Poster and Right to Work Poster . Assistance for Applicants with Disabilities The Asia Group is committed to fair and equal employment of applicants and employees with disabilities. If you have a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act or other applicable laws, and you need to discuss a reasonable accommodation to apply for a role, please call View phone number on click.appcast.io and ask to speak with Human Resources. #J-18808-Ljbffr