Sr. Manager / AGM - Corporate Regulatory Affairs (GST)

Venus Remedies (VRL); Panchkula; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Venus Remedies (VRL) is seeking a Senior Manager/AGM for Corporate Regulatory Affairs at its Corporate Headquarters in Panchkula with additional sites in TVC Mohali. Excellent English required; Hindi/Punjabi a plus.

Travel across Northern India for hearings, audits, and regulatory matters will be expected. The role emphasizes GST, indirect taxes, litigation, licensing, and cross-functional liaison with finance, manufacturing, and government bodies.

Qualifications

• LL.B. from a reputed institution.
• 8–12 years in indirect taxes, regulatory affairs, and litigation.
• Experience with GST, Central Excise, Customs, DGFT.
• Willing to travel across Northern India for hearings and audits.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain a repository of laws, rules, and notifications under GST, Central Excise, Customs, DGFT, etc.
• Disseminate regulatory changes with interpretations across business units.
• Lead indirect tax litigation matters and coordinate with CGST, Customs, and appellate authorities.
• Draft responses to Show Cause Notices, appeals, and audit observations; liaise with external counsel.
• Monitor ITC, returns, licenses, and regulatory filings; ensure timely compliance.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Litigation management

GST knowledge

Indirect taxes

English proficiency

Communication

Negotiation

Education

LL.B.

GST certification

Tools

ERP systems

GST portal tools

Job description

Position Title: Senior Manager / AGM

Department: Corporate Regulatory Affairs

Location: Corporate Headquarters, Panchkula and TVC, Vill. Lehli, Dist SAS Nagar Mohali.

Reporting To: Head Corporate Regulatory Affairs

Preferred Residence: Panchkula or nearby (Chandigarh / Mohali / Zirakpur)

Language Proficiency: Excellent command over English (spoken and written); knowledge of Hindi and Punjabi will be an advantage

Mobility: Willing to travel for hearings, meetings with authorities, audits, and corporate visits across Northern India

Educational Qualifications

• Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) from a reputed institution
• Additional certifications in GST, Indirect Taxation, or Regulatory Affairs (preferred)

Experience

• Minimum 8-12 years of professional experience with a top-tier law firm or corporate house, specifically in Indirect Taxes, Regulatory Compliance, and Litigation
• Strong track record of handling GST, Central Excise, Customs, and DGFT-related matters independently

Core Responsibilities

Regulatory Affairs & Legal Compliance

• Create, manage, and constantly update a comprehensive repository of laws, rules, circulars, and notifications under GST, Central Excise, Customs, DGFT, and allied regulations.
• Disseminate key regulatory changes across business units with interpretations and implications.
• Keep the organization ahead of compliance risks and regulatory deadlines through structured advisory and planning.

Litigation & Legal Representation

• Be a team member and if assigned lead and coordinate all indirect tax litigation matters, including case strategy, documentation, and representation before CGST, Customs, and Appellate Authorities/ quasi-Judicial Authorities.
• Draft detailed replies to Show Cause Notices, appeals, audit observations, and compliance responses.
• Collaborate with external legal counsel, internal finance teams, and senior management to protect company interests.

Liaison & Relationship Management

• Serve as the principal point of contact with senior officers in the GST, Customs, and other governmental departments.
• Proactively handle departmental visits, inspections, and informal consultations to maintain a positive compliance image.

Return Filing & ITC Optimization

• Supervise and verify accurate and timely filing of monthly, quarterly, and annual GST returns (GSTR-1, 3B, 9, 9C).
• Reconcile GSTR-2A vs GSTR-3B for ITC validation.
• Monitor and coordinate GST payments and resolve discrepancies across all units.
• Ensure timely filing of ITC refund applications and liaison for claim realization.

Licensing & Approvals

• Prepare documentation and apply for statutory licenses and renewals under DGFT, Customs, CDSCO, etc.
• Maintain a live dashboard for all licenses and registrations with expiration alerts.
• Coordinate closely with internal stakeholders to ensure no lapse in validity or regulatory obligations.

Data Management & Reporting

• Maintain real-time dashboards of pending litigations, compliance status, and license validity using Excel/ERP tools.
• Submit regular reports to the HOD & Management highlighting risks, progress, and regulatory updates.
• Assist in preparing documentation for board meetings, audits, and strategic reviews.

Additional Responsibilities (Value-Add Areas)

• Support internal audits and external tax audits by providing all required documentation and explanations.
• Evaluate and implement opportunities to avail benefits under MEIS, RoDTEP, SEIS, MOOWR and other export incentive schemes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Finance, SCM, Manufacturing, International Business) for regulatory alignment.
• Develop SOPs, policies, and internal checklists to institutionalize compliance across the organization.
• Assist HR/Training teams in conducting awareness workshops and compliance sessions.
• Act as a regulatory support resource across departments as needed including Pollution Control Board compliance, FDA regulatory filings, Labour Department submissions, ESI/EPF inspections, and related licensing matters. The role demands a flexible and proactive approach to multi-domain legal and compliance challenges, especially during inspections, audits, or policy-level interactions with government bodies.

Soft Skills & Personality Traits

• Strong sense of ownership, responsibility, and integrity
• Analytical mindset with attention to legal and regulatory detail
• Excellent communication, drafting, and negotiation skills
• High emotional intelligence and ability to build rapport with authorities
• Self-driven, process-oriented, and deadline-focused
• Adaptive thinker with the ability to work under pressure and manage multiple cases simultaneously