Corporate Relations Director, Thailand

With over 200 brands sold in nearly 180 countries, Diageo is home to some of the world’s most iconic drinks. From Johnnie Walker and Guinness to Tanqueray, Smirnoff and Don Julio, we craft brands chosen for life’s moments — from everyday connections to landmark celebrations.

The CRD is responsible for shaping our policy and reputational environment to
protect our license to operate, unlock long-term growth and enhance Diageo’s
reputation.
Reporting directly to the Corporate Relations director for Southeast Asia, the role is responsible for executing the Global CR Strategy within the local context of the Thailand market.
It is a trusted partner to the Thailand General Manager, the leadership team and
other functional heads in the execution of the Global CR Strategy, locally adapted where needed to ensure it is relevant and impactful to the local context and the market’s strategic priorities.

Role Responsibilities

1. Navigate and shape the external policy and regulatory environment to
protect and enable Diageo's long-term growth in Thailand. Lead
proactive engagement with government, regulators, industry
associations, and other key stakeholders to influence policy outcomes,
mitigate business risks, and unlock commercial opportunities across
excise and customs, international trade and market access, alcohol
regulation, and public health policy. Specific to Thailand, this means:

• Shape the future regulatory landscape by influencing the development of subordinate regulations under the Alcohol Beverage Control Act, enabling responsible marketing/commercial communications while safeguarding Diageo's license to operate.
• Drive licensing and zoning reform by advocating for a modernized regulatory framework that supports responsible retailing and unlocks strategic commercial opportunities. 
• Advance tariff liberalization, including through Thailand–UK economic cooperation and broader FTA initiatives, to improve market access, strengthen Thailand's competitiveness, and support Diageo's long-term growth.

Flexibility is key to our success. Talk to us about what flexibility means to you, so that you’re supported to manage your wellbeing and balance your priorities from day one.

Our purpose is crafting iconic drinks chosen for life’s moments. And it’s our people, with their different experiences, perspectives and talents, who make that possible.

Protecting candidates is very important to us. All communications regarding your application will come from an email address ending in @diageo.com. In our recruitment process, we'll never ask for money.