Senior Manager - Government Relations & Public Advocacy

t to enable future growth in India while communicating a positive image and reputation for Coca-Cola in India. S/he will build relationships with industry groups, academics and other influencers and drive positive engagement. Actively participate in relevant industry associations to develop proactive positions and messages on key public policy issues. Anticipate and proactively identify potential issues and develop action plans, jointly with the business, to address these. Manage crisis and issues relating to the company and its businesses /brands including, but not limited to safety reports, regulatory issues, and social development, etc. Through a deep understanding of the external environment within which the business operates, advise senior management on the context for business decision making and the impacts of potential decisions.

Function Related Activities/Key Responsibilities:

• Drive Coca-Cola's engagement with policymakers and other key stakeholders across INSWA to defend and promote the company's interests.

• Support building relationships that enable Coca-Cola to effectively engage with nodal ministries and related stakeholders; (Finance, Consumer Affairs, Food Processing, Environment, Commerce etc.) and elected officials in the Parliament.

• Monitor policy developments across INSWA related to food and beverages that may impact the company's business

• Develop policy positions on key issues and make them relevant and compelling to the stakeholders by conducting research, preparing communication materials, and curating thought leaderships platforms

• Ensure strong representation by Coca-Cola in the key national trade associations and US focused industry groups and facilitate the participation of key business leaders at the company on relevant platforms.

• Drive a strong focus on business enabling policy matters and engage the Government on potential areas of partnership and collaboration

• Manage external agencies that support Coca-Cola on Government Affairs.

Education Requirements:
MBA / Degree in Public Policy/Law

Related Work Experience:

• 8+ years of experience in public policy, corporate affairs, and government relations preferably in a corporate position.

Functional

• Deep understanding of Indian politics, public policy formulation, GST/taxes/regulations/incentives etc.

• Keen interest in sustainability and circular economy initiative

• Ability to relate public policy projects to core business objectives.

Location(s):
India

City/Cities:
Gurugram

Travel Required:
51% - 75%

Relocation Provided:
Yes

Job Posting End Date:
April 7, 2026

Our Purpose and Growth Culture:

We are taking deliberate action to nurture an inclusive culture that is grounded in our company purpose, to refresh the world and make a difference. We act with a growth mindset, take an expansive approach to what's possible and believe in continuous learning to improve our business and ourselves. We focus on four key behaviors - curious, empowered, inclusive and agile - and value how we work as much as what we achieve. We believe that our culture is one of the reasons our company continues to thrive after 130+ years. Visit Our Purpose and Vision to learn more about these behaviors and how you can bring them to life in your next role at Coca-Cola.

Annual Incentive Reference Value Percentage:15
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