Deputy General Manager

ACME Cleantech Solutions; Jaipur; On-site; INR 3,000,000 - 5,000,000; Full time

Job summary

ACME Cleantech Solutions in Jaipur seeks a seasoned head of Government Relations to lead corporate affairs, policy advocacy, and stakeholder engagement. The role requires navigating regulatory landscapes and building strong government relationships to support growth.

You will drive regulatory approvals, monitor policy changes, and guide risk and compliance initiatives while coordinating with cross-functional teams for project execution and public messaging.

Qualifications

• 15-20 years of experience in corporate affairs, government relations, policy advocacy, or related fields.
• Experience engaging with government authorities at central, state, and local levels.
• Ability to manage regulatory and compliance matters.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage corporate affairs, government relations, policy advocacy, and stakeholder engagement.
• Develop and maintain relationships with central, state, and local government authorities; act as interface for regulatory matters; facilitate approvals and licenses.
• Track policy developments, represent the organization in industry forums and government bodies, and drive advocacy initiatives.
• Engage with external stakeholders including government bodies and community representatives; build strategic partnerships.
• Collaborate with internal teams on external communications related to government and policy matters; support positioning in public forums.
• Support project teams in obtaining statutory approvals and clearances; coordinate with cross-functional teams for timely execution of projects.
• Identify regulatory risks and develop mitigation strategies; ensure compliance with laws and governance standards; monitor policy risks.

Skills

Networking

Communication

Negotiation

Strategic thinking

Policy environment understanding

Risk management

Stakeholder management

Integrity

Job description

Role Purpose:

To lead and manage corporate affairs, government relations, policy advocacy, and stakeholder engagement to support business growth, regulatory compliance, and strategic initiatives of the organization.

Role & responsibilities:

1. Government Relations & Liaisoning

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with central, state, and local government authorities
• Act as the primary interface for all regulatory and policy matters
• Facilitate approvals, licenses, and clearances required for business operations and projects

2. Policy Advocacy & Regulatory Affairs

• Track and analyze policy developments, regulatory changes, and industry trends
• Represent the organization in industry forums, government bodies, and associations
• Drive advocacy initiatives aligned with business interests

3. Stakeholder Management

• Engage with key external stakeholders including government bodies, local authorities, and community representatives
• Build strategic partnerships to enhance organizational reputation and business opportunities
• Manage sensitive issues and ensure alignment with organizational objectives

4. Corporate Communications Support

• Collaborate with internal teams on external communications related to government and policy matters
• Support positioning of the organization in public and policy forums
• Ensure consistent messaging aligned with corporate strategy

5. Project Support & Approvals

• Support project teams in obtaining statutory approvals and clearances
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams for timely execution of projects
• Ensure smooth handling of land, regulatory, and compliance-related matters

6. Risk Management & Compliance

• Identify regulatory risks and develop mitigation strategies
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and corporate governance standards
• Monitor legal and policy risks impacting business operations

7. Industry Representation

• Represent the organization at key industry platforms, conferences, and government meetings
• Strengthen the companies presence and influence in relevant industry bodies

Preferred candidate profile:

• Timely acquisition of approvals and clearances
• Strength of government and stakeholder relationships
• Effective policy advocacy outcomes
• Risk mitigation and regulatory compliance
• Support to business growth and project execution
• Strong networking and relationship management skills
• In-depth understanding of regulatory frameworks and policy environment
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving ability
• High level of integrity and professional ethics

Required Experience: 15 - 20 years