About the Role:
Grade Level (for internal use): 12
S&P Global Corporate
The Role: Associate Director, India Government Affairs and Public Policy
The Team: Reports to the Head of Government Affairs & Public Policy, APAC. Responsible for managing projects that understand, align, analyze, and identify policy issues related to our business across the S&P Global portfolio. Coordinates with product, legal, finance, and communications teams to design and evaluate policy responses and develops internal and external narratives while engaging key policy stakeholders.
The Impact: Supports and coordinates S&P Global’s public policy response and opportunities in India, collaborating with commercial, marketing, and public affairs teams. Maintains a strong internal network to create holistic messaging and positioning.
Must have a strong track record in communication and relationship management, excellent analytical and organizational skills, and a robust policymaker network. Experience with the Government of India, regulatory agencies, corporate public policy teams, trade associations, or other government roles is required.
As an Associate Director you will implement India’s public policy strategy across the entire S&P Global portfolio and advise internal teams on policy implications.
What’s in it for you
Lead advocacy and policy outreach, shape policy issues with policymakers, track regulatory proposals, analyze business impact, develop engagement strategies, and provide project management support for strategic priorities.
Responsibilities
- Work with business leaders and external stakeholders to support advocacy and policy outreach based on S&P Global’s priorities.
- Build relationships with policymakers, regulators, and other bodies to interpret legislative and regulatory landscapes.
- Provide strategic direction to shape the company’s future based on policy initiatives.
- Advocate to influence policy decisions, speak publicly, and represent the company’s interests when needed.
- Advise division leaders on political and policy risks and align advocacy efforts to mitigate risks.
- Coordinate with the Global Government Affairs and Public Policy Team to support senior leaders with thought leadership, meetings, trade associations, and events.
- Identify opportunities for senior leadership to provide thought leadership and build relationships with key government officials and industry stakeholders.
- Analyze how changes in government or policy trends may impact business operations.
- Manage internal and external communications to promote S&P Global’s policy priorities.
- Serve as a partner with legal, compliance, and risk teams to flag potential risks.
- Co‑ordinate with outside groups to understand industry reactions to regulatory changes.
- Educate internal and external audiences on policy issues and make strategic recommendations for market changes.
- Liaise closely with commercial, marketing, legal, compliance, and risk teams to identify proactive policy opportunities.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience.
- At least 8 years in government, corporate regulatory, think tanks, or public interest groups focusing on public policy in India.
- Excellent personal, political, analytical, and communication skills with high attention to detail.
- Experience in financial services, energy, commodities, technology, or data industries and surrounding policy environments.
- Experience executing strategies with international teams and stakeholders.
- Excellent communication skills in English and Hindi.
- Amenable to working APAC hours.
- Amenable to a hybrid work setup.
Preferred Qualifications
- Excellent relationships and influencer network in India.
- Public policy track record in another South Asian market.
- Ability to lead and evaluate issues independently in a fast‑paced environment.
Benefits
We provide comprehensive health & wellness, flexible downtime, continuous learning, financial planning, family friendly perks, and additional benefits.
- Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for mind and body.
- Flexible Downtime: Generous time off to recharge.
- Continuous Learning: Access resources to grow your career.
- Invest in Your Future: Competitive pay, retirement planning, education program, student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.
- Family Friendly Perks: Benefits for partners and children.
- Beyond the Basics: Retail discounts, referral incentives, and other perks.
Equal Opportunity Employer
S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law. Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment.
Accommodation Statement
If you need an accommodation during the application process due to a disability, please email and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person.
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