Liasioning Manager

Job Title:

Position Summary:

Manager – Liaisoning

Key Responsibilities:

• Regulatory Liaisoning & Representation:

• Act as the primary point of contact between the organization and various government departments and regulatory bodies in Gujarat.
• Manage all interactions with the

  Food & Drug Control Administration (FDCA), Gujarat Pollution Control Board (GPCB), Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), Factory Inspectorate, Labour Office, Municipal Authorities, etc.

• Ensure timely submission and follow-up of documents related to licenses, approvals, and regulatory filings.

• License & Approval Management:

• Ensure smooth and timely acquisition/renewal/amendment of licenses such as

  Drug Manufacturing Licenses (Form 25/28), GPCB NOCs, CCA, Environmental Consents, Factory License, Fire NOC, etc.

• Coordinate with internal teams and consultants to prepare documentation and respond to regulatory queries.

• Compliance Tracking:

• Maintain an up-to-date tracker of all liaisoning activities, renewal timelines, inspection dates, and obligations to ensure 100% compliance.
• Proactively mitigate risks of non-compliance by identifying potential regulatory gaps and taking corrective action.

• Relationship Management:

• Build and nurture cordial and professional relationships with key officers at government departments to facilitate smooth communication and timely clearances.
• Attend meetings, public hearings, and inspections representing the organization’s interest.

• Support to Projects and Operations:

• Provide regulatory support in commissioning of new plants, site expansions, technology transfers, and layout approvals.
• Support the team in ensuring compliance with the Gujarat Industrial Development Corporation (GIDC) and local municipal norms.

• Documentation & Reporting:

• Maintain a repository of all licenses, permissions, correspondence, and submission copies.
• Submit monthly MIS reports on status of liaisoning activities, pending approvals, and renewal schedules.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Education:

  Graduate in Science, Pharmacy, Law, or Environmental Sciences. A postgraduate or diploma in Regulatory Affairs/Public Administration will be an advantage.

• Experience:

  Minimum

  8–12 years

  of experience in liaisoning roles within

  pharmaceutical manufacturing (Formulations & APIs)

  , preferably in Gujarat.
• Sound knowledge of

  Drugs & Cosmetics Act, GPCB norms, Factory Act, Labour Laws, and Industrial safety/environmental regulations

  .

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong understanding of state regulatory frameworks relevant to pharmaceuticals.
• Excellent networking and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to deal tactfully and effectively with government officials and stakeholders.
• Strong documentation and reporting capabilities.
• High integrity, professionalism, and discretion.

Additional Requirements:

• Willingness to travel across Gujarat for coordination with regulatory bodies and plant locations.
• Familiarity with digital government portals (FDCA Gujarat, GPCB XGN, etc.)