Corporate Affairs Specialist – Government & Regulatory Relations

About the role

Magnum Ice Cream Company is looking for a Corporate Affairs Specialist to act as its single point of contact for all external government and regulatory stakeholders in Punjab. The role covers proactive engagement, management of regulatory matters, timely renewal of licenses and approvals, crisis handling and protection of company interests through strong stakeholder relationships and representation before government authorities.

Key responsibilities

• Build and maintain working relationships with government departments and regulatory bodies in Punjab, and represent the company in meetings, inspections, hearings and official engagements.
• Manage annual licensing, registrations, permits and renewals, and support product registrations, label approvals, environmental permits and civil defence approvals.
• Maintain a central tracker of licenses, renewals, fees and compliance obligations, and coordinate payments and regulatory fees.
• Lead engagement during inspections, investigations, notices and enforcement actions, and guide site teams during regulator visits.
• Identify emerging regulatory risks and opportunities, monitor legislative and policy changes, and advise leadership on risk mitigation.
• Keep regular communication channels open with government offices and industry forums.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Policy, Law or a related field (Master's preferred).
• 6-8 years of experience in Corporate Affairs, Government Relations or External Affairs, ideally in FMCG or manufacturing.
• Proven track record managing government relationships at plant or operational level, with a strong network in Punjab government and regulatory institutions.
• Experience handling inspections, compliance matters, permits and crisis situations; FMCG, food manufacturing, pharmaceuticals or industrial experience preferred.

What we offer

• Market-competitive pay and performance-related rewards.
• Flexible ways of working.
• Support for health, wellbeing and life outside work, plus time off to rest and recharge.
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities.