Senior Manager-Government Affairs (WEST)

Senior Manager-Government Affairs (WEST)Mumbai, Corporate Affairs - Government AffairsJOB DESCRIPTIONPrimary Purpose of RoleLead Corporate Affairs initiatives focused on License to Operate, moderation, and Ease of Doing Business by maintaining harmonious relationships with government authorities and community stakeholders, ensuring uninterrupted brewery operations and business continuity. Plan and execute engagement strategies in collaboration with cross functional teams to build and sustain a positive organizational image in and around brewery locations. Act as a strategic administrative partner to plant and commercial leadership teams.

Proactively engage with external stakeholders to secure timely approvals of licenses, permits, and statutory permissions, ensuring smooth business operations across Maharashtra, DDSG, and Goa.Roles & responsibilitiesGovernment Affairs, WestSecure and maintain all operational licenses, permits, and statutory approvals to ensure uninterrupted brewery operations. Build, manage, and sustain strong relationships with internal teams and external stakeholders, including government authorities and community representatives. Track, analyze, and report market, policy, and industry intelligence relevant to operations and regulatory environment.

Drive initiatives related to fiscal policy advocacy and provide structured feedback to State Governments to support Ease of Doing Business reforms. Collaborate with internal stakeholders to design and implement community engagement and CSR initiatives in a planned, calendarized manner. Develop and manage a proactive engagement calendar, including regular interactions and visits with key government and community stakeholders.

Draft and review applications, representations, letters, and official correspondence with various departments of the Mumbai State Government. Own end to end statutory compliance, coordinating with relevant internal and external stakeholders to ensure timely approvals from government departments. Develop strong operational understanding and execution capability related to brewery and excise licensing, ensuring readiness to act decisively as required.

Apply analytical and anticipatory skills to identify risks early and prevent last minute compliance or operational issues. Engage confidently with bureaucrats and senior government officials, demonstrating subject matter expertise, logical reasoning, and persuasion skills. Act as the single point of contact (SPOC) for ABI with external stakeholders, including government bodies and community groups.

Work closely with the Plant Head to implement strategic administrative interfaces, positioning the ABI plant as a model employer and responsible community partner.EXPERTISE AND QUALIFICATIONSKey RelationshipsInternal StakeholdersSales & Supply Chain - Coordination to support business continuity and market operationsMarketing - Alignment on brand image, responsible marketing, and stakeholder perceptionsSustainability & Procurement - Collaboration on responsible sourcing, ESG, and sustainability initiativesLegal & Government Affairs - Regulatory interpretation, risk mitigation, and policy alignmentCorporate Communications / CSR - Reputation management, community engagement, and CSR deliveryFinance & Tax - Fiscal compliance, taxation matters, and financial governancePeople (HR) - Workforce-related governance, employee relations, and organizational initiativesExternal StakeholdersExcise Department - Licensing, permits, renewals, and regulatory compliancePanchayat Bodies - Structured stakeholder engagement through an engagement matrix and compliance with local statutory requirementsGovernment Agencies - Interaction with multiple departments and workstreams across State and local government bodiesRegulatory Authorities - Engagement with statutory and regulatory authorities to ensure full compliance with applicable laws and regulations Education level and/ or experienceGraduate or Postgraduate in any discipline Preference for Law Graduates Minimum 8+ years of relevant work experience Prior experience working with Central and/or State Government authorities, Panchayats, or local administrative bodies Exposure to the Alcobev and/or FMCG industry, with an understanding of regulated business environments Skills and/or knowledgeHigh energy, solution oriented mindset with a consistently positive attitude Strong customer and stakeholder orientation, with the ability to balance business and regulatory expectations Fast learner and agile executor, able to adapt quickly in dynamic and regulated environments Sound understanding of State Excise rules, policies, and regulatory frameworks Demonstrated flexibility and resilience in fast moving and complex operating environments High standards of integrity, ethics, and professionalism in all stakeholder interactions Excellent communication skills-written, verbal, and presentation-with the ability to engage senior officials effectively Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, assess risks, and deliver outcomes within tight timelines Essential computer proficiency, including MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)