Senior Manager – Public Policy (Noida)

ContractKen Inc.; Dadri; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology policy firm in India is seeking a Senior Manager for Public Policy in Noida. The role involves shaping the organization’s public policy narrative across data governance and AI, engaging with high-level stakeholders, and crafting influential policy documents. Candidates should have a master's degree, 6-12 years of relevant experience, and strong analytical and communication skills. This position offers visibility with senior stakeholders and opportunities for leadership in public discussions.

Qualifications

• 6-12 years of experience in public policy within technology or the digital economy.
• Deep familiarity with the DPDP Act and leading privacy frameworks (e.g., GDPR).
• Experience in competition and antitrust in digital markets.

Responsibilities

• Lead policy development and advocacy on priority themes.
• Represent the organization in high-level dialogues and roundtables.
• Craft persuasive policy artefacts such as position notes and white papers.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Public speaking

Analytical capability

Policy writing

Autonomy

Education

Master’s degree in public policy, Law, Economics

Job description

We are seeking a senior policy professional to shape the organisation’s public policy narrative across data governance, privacy, AI, competition, and digital regulation. You will engage at senior levels with ministries, regulators, industry bodies and think tanks, helping the organisation contribute credibly to India’s digital agenda while guiding internal teams with timely, well-judged perspectives.

Department: Government Policy & Engagements

Reporting To: Vice President & Head of Public Policy

Basic Functions/ Job Responsibility

• Lead policy development and advocacy on priority themes with an evidence-led, practical approach.
• Represent the organisation in high-level dialogues and roundtables, communicating clear and balanced positions.
• Craft persuasive policy artefacts including consultation responses, position notes and white papers that stand up to scrutiny.
• Monitor legislative and regulatory developments to anticipate issues and brief leadership and members with sharp, actionable analysis.
• Convene and steward cross-functional and member working groups to reconcile viewpoints into coherent recommendations.
• Contribute to thought leadership through publications, public speaking, and strategic partnerships.

Knowledge, Skills, Qualifications, Experience

1. Qualifications & experience:

• Master’s degree in public policy, Law, Economics, or a related field and 6 – 12 years’ experience in public policy, within technology or the digital economy.
• Deep familiarity with the DPDP Act and leading privacy frameworks (e.g. GDPR), with an informed view on emerging AI governance.
• Experience in competition and antitrust in digital markets, including practical familiarity with CCI processes and guidance will be an added advantage.
• Proven track record engaging with policymakers and regulators in India.
• Strong policy writing and analytical capability with the judgement to translate complexity into clear recommendations.

2. Skills & attributes:

• Excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building.
• Confident external communicator with a collaborative style.
• Comfortable operating with autonomy in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment; resilient, organised, and attentive to detail.

3. Why this role:

• A platform to influence consequential debates at the intersection of technology and society.
• The chance to shape positions that are principled, pragmatic and outcomes oriented.
• Visibility with senior stakeholders and opportunities for authorship, panels and broader ecosystem leadership.

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