Assistant General Manager, Government Relations

• 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:
• Monitor, analyze, and interpret relevant government policies, legislation, and regulations affecting the pharmaceutical sector.
• 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).
• 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.
• Support in resolving government-related operational issues (e.g., approvals, permits, inspections).
• Strategy & Communication: o Develop government affairs strategies aligned with corporate objectives.
• Prepare briefs, position papers, and communication materials for leadership and external stakeholders.
• Risk Mitigation:
• Identify and manage policy and regulatory risks that could impact the organization’s operations and reputation.
• Ensure adherence to all applicable laws, codes of conduct, and lobbying guidelines.
  

Qualifications

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
  

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