Senior Liaisoning Officer – Political, Police

Location: Mumbai (with occasional travel across Maharashtra and India) Role Overview: We are looking for a highly connected, result-oriented individual who can act as the Founder’s trusted representative across political, police, judicial, and government circles. This is a senior, high-responsibility role requiring strong existing networks, practical know-how, and the ability to get things done efficiently within official systems. The role involves regular interaction with senior police officers, bureaucrats, political leaders, and decision-makers to facilitate permissions, resolve escalations, and represent the organization’s interests in sensitive and high-stakes matters. Key Responsibilities1. Political, Police & Government Liaisoning · Build and maintain trusted relationships with senior officials across the Mumbai Police, Home Department, BMC, Urban Development, and Mantralaya ministries. · Coordinate closely with MLAs, MPs, and political offices to represent institutional and social initiatives. · Maintain regular communication with Deputy Commissioners, ACPs, Collectors, and Zonal officers to facilitate smooth execution of projects and permissions. · Support in organizing or attending official and political meetings, press interactions, or public events on behalf of the Founder. · Follow up on government correspondence, file movement, and approvals with tact and persistence. · Anticipate potential administrative or political bottlenecks and proactively plan interventions to ensure timely resolution. · Manage and document all government interactions, ensuring accountability and proper reporting. 2. Judicial, Legal & Regulatory Coordination · Maintain close working ties with judicial administration, legal advisors, and relevant law enforcement authorities. · Coordinate with law firms, advocates, or government legal departments for documentation, NOCs, and compliance-related matters. · Follow up with courts, registrar offices, and local authorities for updates or clearances on ongoing legal cases or administrative procedures. · Ensure all institutional and business activities align with applicable legal, municipal, and regulatory frameworks. · Prepare briefing notes and background materials for any meeting involving legal or judicial matters. 3. Business & Institutional Liaisoning · Act as the organization’s official representative for matters requiring government licenses, permissions, and approvals — including education, infrastructure, and training projects. · Engage regularly with public sector undertakings (PSUs), corporate affairs departments, and industry associations for collaborative initiatives. · Coordinate with vendors, regulatory bodies, and corporate partners for project escalations, compliance issues, or strategic tie-ups. · Facilitate high-level business meetings involving senior bureaucrats, industrialists, or political representatives. · Track and follow up on tenders, government projects, or CSR-linked opportunities aligned with institutional goals. 4. Foundation & Social Engagements · Support the Founder’s philanthropic and community initiatives by connecting with political offices, NGOs, and local administrators. · Liaise for approvals, event permissions, and resource coordination related to social or public outreach programs. · Manage sensitive, confidential assignments involving multiple stakeholders with the highest level of discretion. · Build and maintain goodwill across political parties and community groups to enhance the organization’s visibility and reputation. 5. Strategic Communication & Influence Building · Serve as a bridge between political, police, business, and media ecosystems, representing the Founder with professionalism and integrity. · Monitor government policy developments and political trends that may impact ongoing or upcoming projects. · Cultivate relationships with key influencers, bureaucrats, and opinion leaders for long-term strategic advantage. · Represent the organization in social and public forums to strengthen institutional relationships and brand positioning. Ideal Candidate Profile: - Experience: 10–25 years in government liaisoning, police administration, political coordination, or public affairs. - Network: Strong personal and professional relationships within the Mumbai Police, Judiciary offices, Mantralaya departments, and local/state political circles. - Candidates who have served as Personal Assistants, Advisors, or Liaison Officers to MLAs, MPs, Ministers, or Senior Police/Government Officers will be given strong preference. - Proven track record of handling high-stakes situations with discretion, tact, and reliability. - Fluent in Marathi, Hindi, and English with strong communication and negotiation skills. - Background in Law, Political Science, or Public Administration is preferred. Other Expectations: - Should be comfortable working irregular hours and available on short notice. - Must handle confidential information with absolute discretion. - Highly proactive, resourceful, and capable of independently managing field coordination. - Must project credibility, influence, and trust in official and political environments.