Head - Corporate & Regulatory Affairs

Role Overview A well reputed Indian company (“Company”) with global presence in the gold and silver refining and trading sector is seeking a highly networked professional to strengthen its Corporate & Regulatory Affairs function. This senior leader will serve as the Company’s primary interface with government and regulatory bodies, ensuring that issues are addressed promptly and efficiently without requiring constant CEO follow-up. The role requires strong experience in assisting corporates in India with regulators, in particular: - Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) - Ministry of Finance - Ministry of Commerce - Customs - Other trade regulators Key Responsibilities Government & Regulatory Liaison • Take full ownership of day-to-day engagement with DGFT, the Ministry of Finance, the Ministry of Commerce, Customs, and other trade regulators. • Act as the principal government contact, freeing senior leadership from routine follow- ups. • Represent the Company in high-level meetings, industry forums, bullion associations, parliamentary committees, and policy consultations. • Advocate policy changes with regulators and ministries in alignment with Company and industry interests. • Support the implementation of multinational corporate mandates in India, ensuring consistency with global policies. Regulatory Compliance • Design and oversee Company strategy on matters such as import/export of gold and silver, customs duties, GST, hallmarking, and bullion trade rules. • Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations and proactively address potential challenges. • Handle submissions, approvals, licenses, and responses to government notifications independently. • Engage with regulators to resolve compliance issues and secure timely clearances. Internal Advisory & Coordination • Provide actionable insights to leadership on policy developments, Union Budget impacts, and international bullion regulations. • Coordinate across internal teams (legal, finance, operations, and trading) to ensure government requests and compliance filings are managed seamlessly. • Deliver concise updates to the CEO/COO on regulatory risks, opportunities, and progress of engagements. Stakeholder Collaboration • Act as primary liaison with regulators, industry associations (e.g., GJEPC, bullion associations), and trade bodies. • Build partnerships with think tanks, consultants, and policy advisors to strengthen the Company’s positioning. • Collaborate internally with business units to align operational, financial, and trade activities with regulatory requirements. Crisis Management • Take charge of urgent regulatory matters, including sudden policy shifts, audits, or enforcement actions, ensuring rapid resolution without burdening senior leadership. Qualifications & Experience • Postgraduate degree in Law, Economics, Public Policy, or related discipline. • 10–15 years of experience in Corporate/Regulatory Affairs, ideally in bullion, jewellery, precious metals, or related commodities (mining, refining, trading). • Proven long-term engagement with DGFT, the Ministry of Finance, and the Ministry of Commerce. • Strong understanding of customs, GST, hallmarking, bullion trade regulations, and DGFT guidelines. Key Skills & Competencies • Strong network with DGFT, Ministry of Finance, Ministry of Commerce, and Customs officials. • Exceptional advocacy and stakeholder management skills, with a track record of achieving results through persistent engagement. • Deep understanding of governmental and regulatory workings in India. • Excellent networking skills with industry participants and policy influencers. • High integrity, discretion, and independent execution capability. • Ability to reduce senior leadership time spent on regulatory matters by driving ownership and accountability in this function.