Manager - Public Policy (Policy Partnerships, Research, Trade Relations)

Manager - Public Policy (Policy Partnerships, Research, Trade Relations)

Department : Public Policy and Government Affairs

Location : Bangalore

Employment Type : Full-time

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced and dynamic Manager - Public Policy to assist in our engagement with policy stakeholders and shape the regulatory landscape for the quick commerce ecosystem in India . This role will focus on identifying and assisting in strategic policy partnerships , executing research-driven advocacy , and managing trade and compliance dynamics critical to our business operations and expansion.

You’ll assist the leaders on public policy matters, working across teams to ensure our business is future-ready and aligned with the evolving policy environment.

Key Responsibilities

1. Policy Advocacy & Strategy

• Monitor and analyze policy developments at the central, state (especially South India), and local levels that impact the quick commerce and e-commerce sector.
• Ideate and develop proactive policy positions on issues such as last-mile delivery, gig economy and labor regulations, FSSAI aspects, digital commerce frameworks, data governance, and environmental compliance (e.g., packaging, EV policies).

2. Partnerships & Stakeholder Management

• Develop long-term relationships with policymakers, regulatory authorities, trade associations, and think tanks.
• Represent the company in government consultations, industry roundtables, and external stakeholder meetings.

3. Research & Thought Leadership

• Ideate and execute impactful policy research, white papers, and briefings to support advocacy efforts.
• Explore and collaborate with academic and policy research institutions to generate data-backed insights on key policy themes (e.g., urban logistics, sustainability, digital inclusion).

4. Trade & Regulatory Affairs

• Engage with central ministries (e.g., DPIIT, MoCI, MoEFCC, MeitY) and state departments, especially in South India, to navigate policy matters affecting supply chains, imports, and cross-border logistics.
• Ensure business practices align with legal and compliance requirements, particularly with evolving norms around FDI in e-commerce and labor law changes.

5. Internal Collaboration

• Work closely with leadership, legal, operations teams to align policy strategies with business objectives and growth plans.
• Provide policy insights to inform strategic decision-making and risk assessment.

Required Qualifications

• 4 - 6 years of experience in public policy, government affairs, regulatory strategy, or a related function, ideally within the digital economy or consumer services sector.
• Strong understanding of India’s regulatory landscape, including FDI policy, labor laws, trade policies, IT laws and digital commerce guidelines.
• Proven ability to work with senior government officials, regulators, and industry bodies.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Public Policy, Law, Political Science, Economics, or related field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a tech-driven, consumer-facing company or quick commerce/e-commerce platform.
• Exposure to policy issues related to sustainability (e.g., EV, packaging waste, carbon compliance).
• Familiarity with gig economy labor issues and urban governance frameworks.
• Prior experience of working in the Government or a government affiliated body with a focus on technology policy and digital commerce related issues.