Corporate Affairs

Kia India; Sri Sathya Sai; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Kia India Pvt Ltd seeks a seasoned Government Relations professional to manage liaison with district and state authorities, ensure regulatory compliance, and coordinate approvals and incentives for manufacturing operations. You will support plant operations and represent the company in government meetings.

Ideal candidates have 7–12 years in government relations or regulatory affairs, preferably in automotive/manufacturing, with strong drafting and communication skills, and a proactive

Qualifications

• Excellent drafting, written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong knowledge of government policies, industrial regulations and labour laws.

Responsibilities

• Maintain liaison with government authorities and key stakeholders.

Skills

Govt relations

Stakeholder mgmt

Regulatory compliance

Policy monitoring

Approvals & incentives

Drafting skills

Negotiation

Communication

Analytical skills

Reporting

Integrity

Education

MBA/PGDM

LLB/LLM

Public Administration

Public Policy

Tools

None

Job description

About Kia India Pvt Ltd

Kia India Private Limited is a premier automotive manufacturer and a subsidiary of Kia Corporation. Driven by its global brand ethos "Movement that Inspires," Kia India has rapidly grown into one of the country's leading automotive brands.

Manufacturing Hub: Our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility is located in Penukonda, Sri Satya sai district, Andhra Pradesh. It spans over 500+ acres and boasts a highly automated production process, an engine shop, body shop, paint shop, and assembly lines.

Core Products: We design, manufacture, and distribute globally inspired, connected, and technologically advanced vehicles tailored to the Indian and international markets.

Position Overview

Location: Kia India Pvt., Ltd., Penukonda Mandal, Sri Sathyasai District, Formally (Anantapur District), Andhra Pradesh

Qualification: PG in any relevant discipline such as MBA/PGDM, Public Administration, Public Policy, Law, Economics, Commerce, Social Sciences, or related fields.

Designation: Dy. Manager ~ Manager – Team Member

Reporting To: Head of Section [Corporate Affairs]

Function: Corporate Affairs

Required Mandatory Skill Set

Experience: 7–12 years of relevant experience in Government Relations, Government Affairs, Regulatory Affairs, Corporate Affairs, or Liaison functions, preferably in the Automotive / Manufacturing / Industrial sector.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

1. Government Relations & Stakeholder Management

• Maintain effective liaison with District Administration, State/Local Government Authorities, IALA and regulatory agencies.
• Build and maintain professional relationships with key Government officials and stakeholders.
• Monitor Government postings, transfers and changes in key officials relevant to the business.
• Act as the key coordination point for Government-related matters affecting the plant.

2. Approvals, Permissions & Regulatory Compliance

• Coordinate with Government Departments for approvals, licenses, permissions, NOCs, renewals and statutory clearances.
• Track approval status, timelines, renewals and pending Government requirements.
• Coordinate with internal functions to ensure timely submission of required documents.
• Follow up on Government queries, observations and pending approvals until closure.

3. Plant Operations & Government Support

• Support uninterrupted plant operations by resolving Government-related issues concerning production, logistics, utilities, roads, infrastructure, traffic and public services.
• Coordinate with District Administration and local authorities during critical operational issues and emergencies.
• Maintain an action tracker for critical Government-related operational matters and ensure timely closure.

4. Government Communication & Representation

• Draft official letters, representations, applications, briefing notes, presentations and Government correspondence.
• Represent the organization in Government meetings, inspections, hearings and coordination activities as required.
• Prepare meeting minutes, action points and ensure appropriate follow-up.

5. Policy & Regulatory Monitoring

• Monitor Government policies, notifications, Acts, Rules and regulatory amendments relevant to the automotive and manufacturing sectors.
• Track developments related to industrial development, labour laws, infrastructure and other business-critical regulations.
• Assess the potential impact of policy/regulatory changes and provide timely updates and recommendations to management.

6. Incentive Compliance

• Monitor Government incentive schemes and related eligibility and compliance requirements.
• Coordinate with Finance, HR, Projects, Legal and other functions for timely submission of claims and compliance documents.
• Track incentive milestones, Government queries, approvals and realization of benefits.

7. Reporting & Documentation

• Maintain records of Government correspondence, approvals, inspections, meetings and statutory submissions.
• Maintain updated Government stakeholder/contact database.
• Prepare periodic reports on pending Government matters, regulatory developments, incentive compliance and key Government initiatives.
• Develop brief analytical reports on industrial infrastructure, regional developments and regulatory trends.

8. Management Support

• Provide early alerts on Government/regulatory developments that may impact plant operations or business.
• Support management in Government engagement, policy representations and resolution of critical Government matters.
• Maintain a proactive approach to identifying Government-related risks, opportunities and required actions.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Government Relations & Stakeholder Management
• Government Liaison & Regulatory Compliance
• Policy & Regulatory Monitoring
• Government Approvals & Incentive Management
• Strong Communication & Official Drafting Skills
• Negotiation & Problem-Solving
• Plant Operations & Business Support
• Analytical & Reporting Skills
• Strong Follow-up & Execution
• Integrity, Professionalism & Ethical Conduct

Preferred Qualifications

• PG in any relevant discipline such as MBA/PGDM, Public Administration, Public Policy, Law, Economics, Commerce, Social Sciences, or related fields.
• MBA/PGDM in Government Relations, Corporate Affairs, Public Policy, Business Administration or HR will be an added advantage.
• LLB/LLM or qualification in Regulatory/Industrial Relations will be preferred.
• Candidates with any postgraduate degree along with relevant experience in Government Relations, Regulatory Affairs, Corporate Affairs or Manufacturing may be considered.
• Strong knowledge of Government policies, industrial regulations, labour laws, statutory compliances and Government incentive schemes will be preferred.
• Exposure to the Automotive/Manufacturing/Industrial sector will be an added advantage.

Desired Qualities

• Excellent drafting, written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare clear and professional official correspondence.
• Strong Government liaison, stakeholder management and negotiation skills.
• Strong analytical, research and report-writing capabilities with attention to detail.
• Sound understanding of Government procedures, administrative processes and regulatory frameworks.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, work under pressure and meet critical deadlines.
• Proactive, solution-oriented and strong follow-up approach.
• High level of professionalism, integrity, confidentiality and interpersonal skills.

Position Overview

• Location: Kia India Pvt., Ltd., Penukonda Mandal, Sri Sathyasai District, Formally (Anantapur Dis)
• Designation: Asst. Manager ~ Deputy Manager
• Reporting To: Head of Section
• Department: Corporate Affairs