Consultant, Decriminalisation and Deregulation Team

About NFPRC -

Nation First Policy Research Centre (NFPRC) is a leading policy think tank advancing reforms to strengthen India’s governance, economy, and strategic interests. NFPRC collaborates with central and state governments, institutions, and stakeholders to design actionable, nation-focused policy solutions that deliver lasting impact. The Centre drives policy and governance reforms, economic strategy, institutional strengthening, and sector-specific transformation initiatives.

About the Team -

The Decriminalisation and Deregulation Team within the Parliamentary and Legislative Affairs Division delivers high-quality research on governance models, economic reforms, and legislative matters. The team focuses on solution-oriented legislative drafts to simplify business laws, accelerate India’s business environment, and ease compliance for enterprises. Team members work closely with government officials and a diverse group of stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities -

• Conduct in-depth research and analysis of policy, legislative, and institutional frameworks at national and international levels.
• Draft bills, policy briefs, analytical notes, and actionable recommendations for stakeholders.
• Engage in consultations with sector experts, policymakers, industry representatives, and civil society organisations.
• Track legislative business of Parliament and State Assemblies; support the preparation of briefs and compendiums.
• Support senior researchers in preparing reports, presentations, and proposals for high-level policy engagements.
• Operate in a dynamic, results-driven environment and meet high standards for accuracy and quality.

Desired Profile -

• Bachelor’s degree in Law from a reputed university (required).
• In-depth understanding of legal adjudication processes, statutory interpretation, and business compliance procedures.
• Strong attention to detail, analytical, research, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; proficiency in Hindi is highly preferred (knowledge of regional languages is an advantage).
• Basic proficiency with spreadsheets, presentation tools, and document processors.

Preferred -

• 1–2 years of experience in policy research, public administration, or governance advisory.
• Experience with think tanks, government bodies, or similar institutions; business-related degrees or certifications are highly valued.
• Knowledge of India’s political system, policy debates, and research tools.
• Exposure to policy advocacy, stakeholder engagement, or programme implementation.

Terms & Application -

• Contract period: 6–8 months, with potential for full-time conversion based on performance and organisational needs.
• Competitive remuneration aligned to industry standards.
• To apply: Send CV and cover letter to openings@nationfirstpolicy.org with subject line 'Consultant_DDRTeam'

If you are passionate about using your expertise in law and policy to drive impactful reforms and foster India’s economic growth, we want to hear from you