Public Affairs Associate
About the job
- Fluency in spoken and written English and Bahasa Malaysia.
- A Bachelor's degree in Public Policy, Political Science, International Relations, Public Administration, Communications, Law, Economics, or another related discipline.
- Suitable for entry-level candidates, including fresh graduates and candidates with up to 2 years of relevant experience.
- Ability to work in a fast-growing, constantly evolving scaleup.
- Detail orientation, motivation, independence, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to operate quickly and efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Strong interpersonal communication skills.
- Represent Lalamove at hearings before the Consumer and Gig Worker Tribunals.
- Coordinate with Legal, Customer Service, and Driver Operations to compile evidence, case chronologies, delivery logs, and defense submissions.
- Track, log, and maintain a registry of tribunal filings, rulings, compliance payouts, and settlement terms.
- Act as the operational liaison for official complaint referrals and inquiries from government agencies, including MOT, APAD, KPDN, KESUMA, and PDRM.
- Draft formal response letters, explanatory statements, and incident reports in formal Bahasa Melayu and English within required deadlines.
- Attend government working group meetings, ministry town halls, industry association sessions, and public policy forums.
- Take detailed notes, identify key policy takeaways, and brief internal leadership on actionable regulatory developments affecting the platform economy.
- Support government outreach initiatives, site visits, and driver engagement events, including driver welfare engagements and ministry CSR initiatives.
- Monitor legislative amendments, statutory guidelines, Hansard debates, and political developments affecting platform delivery, road safety, and gig economy regulation.
About the company
Lalamove is a technology-driven logistics platform that provides on-demand last-mile delivery in urban areas across Asia and the Americas. Its mobile app connects individuals and businesses with a network of drivers to handle fast or scheduled deliveries, ranging from small parcels to bulky items. Deliveries are priced based on distance, weight, and optional services like multiple stops. The service targets a wide range of customers, from individuals to small businesses and large enterprises, and aims to offer a seamless, efficient delivery experience by leveraging its driver network and digital platform.
Company Size
5,001-10,000
Company Stage
Series F
Total Funding
$2.5B
Headquarters
Sham Shui Po District, Hong Kong
Founded
2013
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Revenue reached US$2.14 billion in 2025, up 34.3% year over year.
- Adjusted profit rose to US$560.3 million in 2025, sustaining strong cash generation.
- The April 30, 2026 Hong Kong filing remains active with Goldman Sachs, BofA, JPMorgan.
What critics are saying
- SAMR forced June 2026 antitrust changes, including refunds, lower commissions, and pricing disclosures.
- China now audits Lalamove's algorithms, truck stickers, mileage deductions, and driver appeals.
- If SAMR tightens further, Lalamove's China economics collapse under regulated take rates.
What makes Lalamove unique
- LALATECH's closed-loop platform handled 1.03 billion orders in 2025 across matching, payment, and settlement.
- It held 53.1% global closed-loop freight share in 2025, crushing GOGOX and Didi.
- Lalamove operates across Asia, Latin America, Dubai, Berlin, and Riyadh in 2026.
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Benefits
- Remote Work Options
- Paid Vacation
- Flexible Work Hours
- Wellness Program
- Mental Health Support
- Conference Attendance Budget
- Professional Development Budget
- Health Insurance