Manager - Corporate Affairs and Community Outreach

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AB InBev India is looking to hire Manager - Corporate Affairs and Community Outreach based out of Mysore , Karnataka

Roles & Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain effective relationships with government authorities, regulatory bodies, Panchayats, community representatives, and internal stakeholders.
• Prepare and execute a proactive stakeholder engagement calendar, including periodic meetings and visits.
• Collaborate with Corporate Affairs and CSR teams to design and implement community engagement and CSR initiatives.
• Draft applications, letters, representations, and official correspondence for various departments of the Karnataka Government.
• Coordinate with relevant stakeholders to secure and maintain statutory approvals, operational licenses, and permits.
• Build operational understanding of brewery excise requirements and other licenses necessary for uninterrupted operations.
• Anticipate regulatory and stakeholder priorities and plan appropriate interventions in advance.
• Represent the organization as the primary point of contact for external government and community bodies.
• Partner with plant leadership to strengthen plant administration and position the brewery positively within the local community and allied ecosystem.
• Work collaboratively with Legal, Government Affairs, Sustainability, Procurement, Finance, Tax, People, Sales, Supply, Marketing, Corporate Communications, and CSR teams.

Key Qualifications & Profile Requirements

• Graduate or postgraduate in any discipline; a qualification in Law is preferred.
• Minimum 8 years of relevant work experience.
• Experience working with Central or State Government authorities, Panchayats, regulatory bodies, and other public institutions.
• Exposure to the Alcobev or FMCG industry.
• Strong understanding of Karnataka State Excise rules, policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Fluency in Kannada is mandatory.
• Strong written, verbal, presentation, and official correspondence skills.
• Confidence in engaging with bureaucrats and senior government officials using subject knowledge and logical reasoning.
• High-energy, solution-oriented, adaptable, and resilient approach.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-moving environment.
• High standards of integrity and professionalism.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.