Assistant Vice President - Corporate Relations - Govt Liaisoning

AVP - Corporate Relations (Govt Liasoning)

Position : AVP - Corporate Relations (Government Affairs)

Exp : 8+ Years

Working Mode : Work from Office, 5 Days

Location : Delhi NCR

Job Summary :

We are seeking a high-impact, strategic leader to drive government affairs, and policy advocacy for Our Company. This role goes beyond traditional stakeholder management and focuses on developing good relationships with the government and relevant ministries and departments, shaping regulatory frameworks, unlocking new business opportunities through the networks which develop, and positioning us as a thought leader in the global circular economy and critical materials ecosystem.

The AVP will work closely with the head of strategic initiatives and the leadership to influence national and international policy, enable market creation (EPR, recycling mandates, critical minerals strategy), and build long-term partnerships across government, industry, and multilateral institutions.

Key Responsibilities :

1. Government Relations & Strategic Stakeholder Engagement :

Build and manage high-trust relationships with key stakeholders across :

1. Central ministries (MoEFCC, MeitY, Ministry of Mines, MHI, NITI Aayog, etc.)

2. State governments and pollution control boards

3. Industry associations and associated institutions

4. Multilateral agencies and international bodies

- Act as a strategic interface between our Company and policymakers, not just a relationship manager

- Shape government thinking on e-waste, battery recycling, critical materials, and circular economy

- Represent us in high-impact forums, policy consultations, and industry bodies

2. Policy Advocacy & Market Shaping :

- Lead the design and execution of policy advocacy strategies that directly unlock revenue, funding and growth opportunities

Drive engagement on :

1. EPR frameworks (design, pricing, enforcement)

2. Battery recycling regulations

3. Critical minerals and supply chain resilience

- Urban mining and circular economy policies

- Influence the development of PLI, VGF, Grants, and other funding schemes

- Develop white papers, concept notes, regulatory submissions, and consultation responses

- Anticipate regulatory shifts and proactively position us ahead of the curve

3. Strategic Initiatives & New Market Development :

- Identify and drive policy-led business opportunities (e.g., national collection frameworks, incentive schemes, subsidies)

Work on cross-sector initiatives such as :

1. Urban mining infrastructure

2. National e-waste collection systems

3. Circular economy financing mechanisms

- Partner with consulting firms, think tanks, and global organizations to co-create initiatives

4. Grants, Incentives & Institutional Funding :

Identify and secure :

1. Government incentives (PLI, subsidies, state incentives)

2. Multilateral and climate-linked funding opportunities

Lead end-to-end execution :

1. Opportunity identification

2. Proposal development

3. Stakeholder engagement

4. Compliance and reporting

- Align funding strategies with ours capex, R&D, and expansion roadmap

5. Cross-Functional Leadership & Internal Alignment :

- Act as a bridge between policy and business teams (recycling, EPR, ITAD, metals, operations, R&D, finance)

- Translate regulatory developments into clear business implications and action plans

- Advise leadership on risk, opportunity, and strategic positioning

- Build internal capability through structured updates and training on policy developments

6. Thought Leadership & Industry Positioning :

- Position us as a global leader in Sustainability Industry

Drive participation in :

1. Global forums (WEF-type engagements, sustainability platforms)

2. Industry associations and policy councils

- Contribute to public narratives on sustainability, circular economy, and resource security

Qualifications :

- Bachelors/Masters in Public Policy, Economics, Engineering, Business, or related field (advanced degree preferred)

- 8+ years of experience in government affairs, policy, consulting, or regulatory strategy

Experience in sectors such as :

1. Sustainability / Circular Economy

2. Energy / EV / Batteries

3. Metals / Mining / Materials

4. Technology or manufacturing policy

- Demonstrated ability to influence policy outcomes or regulatory frameworks

- Experience working with government, consulting firms, or industry bodies

- Demonstrated relationships with senior government officials including Ministers, Secretaries, Joint Secretaries

- Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.

- Experience in securing and managing grants for technology and sustainability initiatives is highly desirable.

- Willingness to travel as needed.

Skills and Competencies :

Strategic & Systems Thinking :

- Ability to connect policy, business models, and long-term industry evolution

Policy Influence & Advocacy :

- Strong capability to shape narratives, draft frameworks, and influence decision-makers

Relationship Capital :

- Deep network-building skills across government, industry, and institutions

Business Acumen :

- Understanding of how policy translates into revenue, cost, and competitive advantage. Ability to think strategically and execute tactically.

Execution Excellence :

- Ability to move from concept policy implementation business impact

Communication & Storytelling :

- Exceptional ability to simplify complex regulatory and technical concepts into compelling narratives.

- Demonstrated the same by authoring op-eds on printed editions, or on social media.