Associate Consultant / Consultant – International Engagement (Mandarin speaker)

The Opportunity

We are looking for a sharp, high-performing professional to join our International Engagement team. In this role, you will help strengthen Indonesia’s global footprint by supporting strategic collaborations with key partners across East Asia — especially Mainland China (PRC) — as well as broader multilateral and economic platforms.

You will work closely with senior leaders, international businesses, diplomatic missions, and global institutions to drive high-impact initiatives that shape Indonesia’s international economic presence. This role is perfect for someone who is passionate about geopolitics, international business, cross-border cooperation, and Asia’s fast-changing strategic landscape

What you’ll be up to in this role

Support the design, coordination, and execution of international engagement initiatives , with a strong focus on stakeholders in Mainland China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, and the broader East Asia region .
Conduct research and produce high-quality brieﬁngs on trade policy, investment opportunities, East Asia relations, and regional economic developments .
Prepare speeches, talking points, and strategic communications for client engagements, bilateral meetings, and international events.
Build and maintain stakeholder databases, event trackers, and follow-up pipelines for East Asia engagements.
Liaise with business councils, chambers, enterprises, think tanks, and government-linked organisations , as well as global institutions.
Support client missions, delegations, study visits, bilateral dialogues, and international forums.
Contribute to planning, ﬁnancial tracking, and reporting for international projects and engagements.

We LOVE to work with these qualities (and we promise you’ll meet like-minded teammates here)

Proficiency in Mandarin or Cantonese (written and/or spoken) — essential for liaising with East Asia stakeholders.
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Economics, Business Management, International Relations, Political Science, Communications, or a related field.
Min. 1 year of experience in diplomacy, business associations, government relations, or international organizations
Demonstrated understanding of financial planning, budget management, and basic economic analysis.
Strong understanding of government structures, policymaking processes, regulatory frameworks, international cooperation, government relations, diplomacy, business associations, and Asia-focused institutions
Strong communication and interpersonal skills for engaging with high-level stakeholders and media.

Bonus points if you

Have higher education qualifications from reputable universities in the UK, Europe or East Asia
Have contributed to international summits
Understanding of East Asia regional dynamics, China’s business ecosystem, and international policy processes.

About Equatorise

Equatorise is an international advisory house headquartered in London, focusing on the Indonesian market. We help Indonesian corporates and family offices to seize opportunities in the UK and the EU as well as support British / European companies to unlock values and thrive in Indonesia - the rising powerhouse in the Indo-Pacific region.

To succeed at Equatorise, we need people who can work independently and be proactive to develop their own viewpoints, yet be collaborative. We need strategists that are both dynamic and structured to generate the unique perspectives and consistent support that our clients really value.

If this sounds like you:

Apply if you think we're a good match! Please send your CV by clicking the link below. We'll get in touch to let you know the next steps.

Equatorise is an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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