Advisor – Government Policy, Advocacy & External Relations

Purpose of the Role 
The Advisor – Government Policy, Advocacy & External Relations will serve as the Group's most senior interface with Central and State Government bodies, regulatory agencies, ministries, and policy institutions. This is a strategic leadership role designed for a seasoned administrator who understands how policy decisions are made and can proactively shape the regulatory environment in favour of the Group's business interests.

Job Responsibilities (KRA)
1.  Government & Regulatory Engagement 

• Build and manage high-level relationships with Ministries of Steel, Mines, Power, Finance, Environment and other relevant Central & State bodies
• Represent the Group in meetings with Secretaries, Joint Secretaries, and regulatory heads
• Track policy changes, regulatory notifications and budget provisions that impact Group businesses
• Coordinate with State Governments of West Bengal, Odisha, Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh for approvals, land, and project clearances

2.  Policy Advocacy

•     Develop the Group's policy positions on key issues – GST, import duties, mining regulations, environmental clearances, power tariffs and infrastructure policy

•     Represent the Group in industry bodies such as CII, FICCI, ASSOCHAM, Indian Steel Association and other sectoral forums

•     Prepare policy papers, white papers and position notes for submission to government authorities

•     Engage with Parliamentary committees, NITI Aayog working groups and similar bodies when relevant

3.  Licensing, Clearances & Compliance Navigation

•     Facilitate and expedite statutory approvals, environmental clearances, mining leases, and project licenses

•     Act as the primary escalation point for any regulatory blockage or compliance matter requiring government intervention

•     Liaise with PCBs, MoEFCC, CEC, CMPDI, and other statutory agencies on an ongoing basis

4.  External Affairs & Stakeholder Management

•     Build alliances with think tanks, academic institutions, and public policy bodies relevant to the Group's sectors

•     Manage media relations on policy and regulatory issues in coordination with the communications team

•     Support the Chairman's office in high-stakes external meetings with government officials and trade bodies

5.  Internal Advisory

•     Brief the CMD, Board and SBU heads on policy risks, regulatory changes and government priorities

•     Build internal capability on government relations processes, including SOPs for handling regulatory queries

•     Prepare the Group's position ahead of policy consultations, industry surveys, and government dialogues

Job Requirements (KPI)
Educational Qualification

•     IAS (Indian Administrative Service) – Retired at the level of Secretary, Additional Secretary or Principal Secretary

•     Any advanced qualification in Public Policy, Law or Business Administration will be an added advantage

Experience

•     Minimum 30+ years of distinguished service in the IAS with a strong track record in key postings

•     Prior postings in Ministries of Steel, Mines, Power, Finance, Industry, Commerce or Environment preferred

•     Experience as District Collector, Divisional Commissioner, or Secretary at State level – demonstrating ground-level governance

•     Exposure to public sector undertakings, regulatory bodies, or project approval frameworks is highly desirable

Core Competencies

•     Deep understanding of Central and State Government functioning, approval hierarchies and policy processes

•     Established personal relationships across relevant ministries, departments and regulatory bodies

•     Strong analytical and written skills – ability to prepare policy briefs and representation documents

•     High personal credibility and integrity – representing the Group at the highest levels

•     Ability to work independently, manage ambiguity, and deliver results in a corporate environment