4.0 - 11.0 years

4 - 11 Lacs

Gurgaon / Gurugram, Haryana, India

On-site

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Job Overview: Develops and manages MasterCard s public affairs and government relations programs. Ensures that policies and programs are developed to enhance the public reputation of MasterCard. Develops thought leadership programs (issue management, advocacy, social responsibility, public policy, etc.). Major Accountabilities: Lead the government affairs program in an effort to establish MasterCard as a recognized expert and resource in the payments industry. Direct and coordinate all of the company's political activities federally and in key markets. Provide leadership and input to senior management in reviewing and analyzing legislation affecting the company while serving as a member of the Public Policy team. Assist MasterCard business units in procurement, acceptance and other business opportunities in key states. Develop and implement creative legislative strategies to advance the company's public policy agenda in key states. Manage contract lobbyists and government affairs tracking firms to represent and advocate the company's interests and direct personal lobbying of issues vital to the company. Manage select industry coalitions. Review legislation, serve as industry representative in the drafting phase, develop responses, including positions, talking points, etc. Manage the budgets, registration, lobbying laws and performance management of contract lobbyists. Represent the company on legislative and regulatory issues with key trade associations, coalitions and industry peers. Actively lobby on issues of importance, serve as industry expert and testify when necessary. Education: Bachelors degree required; advanced degree preferred Knowledge / Experience: 6+ years related business Knowledge of the legislative and political process; ability to analyze the impact of legislation on the company Proven record of developing and implementing effective legislative strategy Knowledge of the financial services industry and its issues, particularly with respect to the payments industry Ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with key public officials Ability to influence and direct business and trade coalitions Skills/ Abilities: Maturity, tact and judgment; strong negotiating skills Strong written and oral communications skills

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