Assistant General Manager, Government Relations

Handle Corporate Affairs & Government liaison for group companies.

• Liaise with various State & Union Ministries including Commerce, Finance, Health & Family Welfare, Industries, Agriculture, Environment and key departments (e.g., Pharmaceuticals, PESO, Labor, DIPP, Pollution Control, NGT, DGFT, GEDA, DCGI, FSSAI, Boilers, DISH, CBDT, Factories, CDSCO, MoEF, local bodies, District Admin).

• Ensure proper coordinate with Ministries, Legislators, senior bureaucrats, statutory bodies, regulators, etc., to strategize and improve market and business opportunities.

• Draft, legally vet, submit & interact for all approvals/permissions/incentives across functions like production, operations, marketing, institutional sales, exports/imports, including legal issue reviews.

• Lobby with political parties, opinion leaders, trade bodies, statutory agencies, communities, Trade Unions, and neighboring village-heads around business units.

• Initiate and manage commercial interactions with government institutions (e.g., Defense Medical Services, ICMR, NCDC, NIRT, Health Directorates & IDNs). Track sales evolution and industry movement.

• Lead Crisis Communication and manage crisis mitigation activities.

• Manage pre- and in-media relations for policy influence and representation at national trade bodies. Drive CSR and sustainability initiatives into business operations.

• Manage key government communication, statutory audits, production plans, regulatory visits, queries, land acquisition, due diligence, court cases & award applications.

Key Responsibilities:

• Policy Advocacy & Analysis:

o Monitor, analyze, and interpret relevant government policies, legislation, and regulations affecting the pharmaceutical sector.

o Lead the development and execution of advocacy strategies on key policy issues.Stakeholder Engagement: o Build and maintain strong relationships with key government officials, regulatory agencies (e.g., CDSCO, MoHFW), and industry associations (e.g., OPPI, IPA).

o Represent the company in external forums, working groups, and consultations with policymakers.

• Regulatory Affairs Support: o Collaborate with internal regulatory and legal teams to align on compliance matters and provide insights on upcoming regulatory changes.

o Support in resolving government-related operational issues (e.g., approvals, permits, inspections).

• Strategy & Communication: o Develop government affairs strategies aligned with corporate objectives.

o Prepare briefs, position papers, and communication materials for leadership and external stakeholders.

• Risk Mitigation:

o Identify and manage policy and regulatory risks that could impact the organization’s operations and reputation.

o Ensure adherence to all applicable laws, codes of conduct, and lobbying guidelines.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Public Policy, Political Science, Law, Pharmacy, or related field.

• 10–15 years of relevant experience in government affairs/public policy within the pharmaceutical, healthcare, or regulated industry.

• Deep understanding of Indian pharmaceutical regulatory landscape and policy ecosystem.

Key Skills & Competencies:

• Strong networking and relationship-building skills

• Strategic thinking and policy acumen

• Excellent communication and influencing skills

• High integrity and professional ethics

• Crisis management and problem-solving abilities