Government Relations Advisor

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**What role you will play in our team**:
ExxonMobil’s presence in India is expanding as we continue to meet society’s energy and chemical needs while leveraging India’s talent and scale for global integration.

As part of this growth, we’re seeking a dynamic and experienced professional to lead our public policy efforts in support of our business, engineering, and technology center in Bengaluru.

This is a unique opportunity to influence policy, build strategic relationships, and contribute to the success of a global energy leader.

**What you will do**:

- As Site Public & Government Affairs Advisor, you will:

- Lead Policy Engagement: Develop and execute a robust public policy strategy focused on Karnataka, while also engaging with stakeholders across India.
- Advise Leadership: Provide strategic counsel to business leaders on policy matters, offering actionable insights and solutions.
- Monitor & Influence: Track and anticipate political, economic, and regulatory developments, delivering timely analysis and recommendations.
- Shape Advocacy Plans: Understand emerging policies and regulations and craft effective advocacy strategies aligned with business goals.
- Support Executive Engagement: Guide senior leaders on geopolitical and regulatory landscapes, and coordinate advocacy efforts with internal teams.
- Drive External Relations: Represent ExxonMobil in interactions with government bodies, trade associations, academia, and other external stakeholders.
- Enhance Community Impact: Oversee local community contribution initiatives, aligning them with advocacy and business objectives.
- Communicate Policy Updates: Deliver regular policy briefings to local and global teams, including country leadership and business units.

**About you**:
**Skills and Qualifications.**
- Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree in public policy, law, business/public administration, or related field. 12-15 years of experience in media, public relations, or trade bodies, with a strong track record in coalition-building and stakeholder engagement.
- Local Expertise: Deep understanding of Karnataka’s policymaking and regulatory environment, with established relationships at state and city levels.
- Strategic Mindset: Proactive, solution-oriented thinker with a bias for action and strong ownership.
- Collaborative Spirit: A team player who supports colleagues and values cross-functional input.
- Communication Skills: Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities. Proficiency in English and Kannada is essential.
- Political Acumen: Ability to navigate complex regulatory and political issues with confidence and clarity.
- Flexibility: Willingness to participate in meetings and events outside regular working hours when needed.

**Benefits**:
An ExxonMobil career is one designed to last. Our commitment to you runs deep our employees grow personally and professionally, with benefits built on our core categories of health, security, finance and life. We offer you:

- Competitive compensation
- Medical plans, maternity leave and benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment benefits
- Retirement benefits
- Global networking & cross-functional opportunities
- Annual vacations & holidays
- Day care assistance program
- Training and development program
- Tuition assistance program
- Workplace flexibility policy
- Relocation program
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