Deputy Manager

Role & responsibilities

JOB DESCRIPTION

Deputy Manager / Manager Corporate Affairs

Location: Chennai, Tamil Nadu
CTC Range: 10-14 LPA

Role Summary

To lead Corporate Affairs, Government Relations, regulatory coordination, stakeholder management, and project facilitation activities across Tamil Nadu.

Key Responsibilities

• Liaise with key government departments and agencies including TANGEDCO/TNEB, TNPCB, SEIAA, SEAC, SIPCOT, Industries Department, Revenue Department, and District Administration.
• Facilitate regulatory approvals, statutory clearances, incentives, and policy-related matters.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with government officials and key stakeholders.
• Monitor developments relating to Industrial, Renewable Energy, Solar, and Manufacturing policies.
• Represent the Company before CII, FICCI, ASSOCHAM, industry chambers, and sector associations.
• Support land, power, environmental, infrastructure, and project-related approvals.
• Prepare management updates, strategic reports, and presentations.
• Drive stakeholder engagement initiatives and support business expansion projects.

Educational Qualification

• Graduate in any discipline.
• MBA, Public Policy, Law, or equivalent qualification preferred.

Experience

• 8-12 years of relevant experience in Corporate Affairs, Government Relations, Public Affairs, Regulatory Affairs, or External Relations.
• Experience in Manufacturing, Industrial, Renewable Energy, Power, Infrastructure, Automotive, Electronics, or similar sectors preferred.

Required Skills

• Strong understanding of Tamil Nadu's government and regulatory ecosystem.
• Hands-on experience dealing with TANGEDCO/TNEB, TNPCB, SEIAA, SEAC, SIPCOT, Industries Department, and District Administration.
• Sound understanding of Tamil Nadu Industrial Policy, Renewable Energy Policy, and Government Incentive Schemes.
• Proven experience in government liaison, project facilitation, regulatory approvals, and stakeholder management.
• Strong communication, negotiation, presentation, and relationship management skills.
• Ability to independently handle senior government and industry stakeholders.

Preferred Profile

• Candidates with a strong Corporate Affairs background in manufacturing industries.
• Well-established network with government departments and industry bodies across Tamil Nadu.
• Demonstrated track record in securing approvals, resolving regulatory matters, and supporting large industrial or manufacturing projects.