Deputy General Manager, GPA

Responsibilities & Key Deliverables

Responsibilities & Key Deliverables

1. Policy Strategy & Advocacy

• • Act as a strategic advisor on evolving policies impacting Tech M, MHRIL, MLDL, Agri, and related sectors.
  • Position Mahindra Group as a collaborative partner on critical policy issues across these portfolios.
  • Represent the Group effectively within industry forums and trade chambers to strengthen its voice and influence policy outcomes.

2. Government & Stakeholder Engagement

• • Build and sustain strong relationships with officials in MoD, MeitY, Corporate Affairs, Finance, Labour, and other ministries.
  • Represent Mahindra Group interests effectively in policy dialogues relevant to these sectors.

3. Intelligence Collection & Market Insights

• • Conduct comprehensive market intelligence on emerging legislation, policy changes, and competitor activities.
  • Monitor regulatory developments and policy changes impacting Tech M, MHRIL, MLDL, Agri, and associated businesses.
  • Ensure timely access to relevant intelligence—new legislation, policy changes, and regulatory updates—and share insights with Group Public Affairs, business units, and management.
  • Provide actionable feedback and recommendations based on research to influence draft policy guidelines and strategic decisions.

4. Networking & Industry Representation

• • Engage with trade associations and forums relevant to IT, hospitality, real estate, agriculture, and defense sectors.

5. Internal Alignment & Communication

• • Facilitate internal engagement and align communication strategies across Business Units to achieve objectives outlined in Business Charters and Competitive Intelligence frameworks.
  • Support internal teams at both Central and State levels to ensure public affairs strategies are integrated with business priorities.

6. Office Support & Coordination

• • Coordinate meetings, documentation, and reporting for Public Affairs initiatives.
  • Track changes in ministries and government structures, updating leadership and relevant teams promptly.
  • Ensure effective presence and representation in industry voices and forums to suit Group business interests

Functional Skills

• Ability to identify, establish and sustain relevant connects, contacts and network vis-à-vis Government and related bodies.
• Strong understanding of legislative and regulatory processes, as well as key policy issues relevant to the organization's focus areas.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain bankable relationships with key ministries including but not limited to PMO, Home, Civil Aviation, Finance, Steel, Commerce and Industries etc. Familiarity with state-level networks will be an added advantage.
• Possess a strong strategic orientation, exceptional business acumen, and exemplary stakeholder relationship management skills, along with an entrepreneurial mindset that drives results.
• Exhibit patience and maturity in navigating governmental processes, with a solid understanding of the intricacies of government file movements and the agility to track and advance these files effectively.
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to articulate complex policy issues clearly and persuasively in both written and oral formats.

Experience

• 10+ years of experience in Public Affairs, Government Relations, or Policy Advocacy, preferably in the mobility, or manufacturing sectors.
• Experience in building relationships with policymakers and understanding public policy landscapes is critical
• Experience with large, multi-faceted multinational or diversified Indian business groups preferred.
• Deep understanding of India’s regulatory and policy ecosystem and strong relationships at top echelons / leaders at Central and State governments is essential.

Industry Preferred

• Public Affairs, Government Relations, or Policy Advocacy, preferably in the mobility, or manufacturing sectors.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree: Preference for degrees in Public Policy, International Relations, Business Administration, Political Science, or related fields from a recognized university. (Master’s Degree – Optional)

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