Government Relations Advisor
Bangalore, KA, IN
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What role you will play in our team
As ExxonMobil continues to grow its footprint in India, we’re looking for a seasoned professional to lead our government relations and public policy efforts from New Delhi.
This is a strategic role that supports our evolving business needs in energy and chemical products, while helping integrate India into our global operations.
If you’re passionate about policy, advocacy, and stakeholder engagement—and want to make a meaningful impact at the intersection of business and government—this opportunity is for you.
What you will do
• Lead Strategic Engagements: Represent ExxonMobil’s interests across a wide range of policy areas including energy, chemicals, taxation, trade, and more.
• Monitor & Influence Policy: Anticipate political, economic, and regulatory developments, offering timely insights and strategic recommendations.
• Develop Advocacy Plans: Understand emerging policies and regulations, and craft advocacy strategies that align with business priorities.
• Advise Senior Leadership: Provide counsel on geopolitical and regulatory landscapes, and support executive-level government engagement.
• Collaborate Across Teams: Work closely with internal stakeholders—both local and global—to ensure consistent and effective advocacy.
• Drive External Relations: Engage with government bodies, trade associations, academia, and other key influencers to build strong relationships and coalitions.
• Communicate Policy Updates: Deliver regular briefings and interpretations to country leadership and business units.
About you
Skills and Qualifications.
• Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree in public policy, law, business/public administration, or a related field. 12–15 years of experience in consulting, advisory, or government/quasi-government roles. Preference for candidates with a strong track record in policy analysis and advocacy.
• Policy Expertise: Deep understanding of central government policymaking and regulatory processes, with established relationships among key decision-makers.
• Strategic Thinking: Proactive, solution-oriented mindset with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
• Collaborative Approach: A team player who values input, supports colleagues, and thrives in a matrixed organization.
• Communication Skills: Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities. Proficiency in Hindi, English, and preferably one additional Indian language.
• Political Acumen: Ability to navigate complex regulatory and political issues with clarity and confidence.
• 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
- Transportation facility
Please note benefits may change from time to time without notice, subject to applicable laws. The benefits programs are based on the Company’s eligibility guidelines.
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