Merck Group - Head - Government & Regulatory Affairs

Description : Work Your Magic with us!. Ready to explore, break barriers, and discover more? We know youve got big plans so do we! Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich peoples lives with our solutions in Healthcare, Life Science, and Electronics. Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and planet. That's why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimaginable with us.. Everything we do in Electronics is to help us deliver on our purpose of being the company behind the companies, advancing digital living. We are dedicated to being the trusted supplier of high-tech materials, services and specialty chemicals for the electronics, automotive and cosmetics industries. We foster a global collaborative organization made up of individuals who have the passion to win, obsess about the customer, are relentlessly curious and act with urgency. Together, we push the boundaries of science to make more possible for our customers.

Job Title : Head, Government and Regulatory Affairs

Location : New Delhi, India

Purpose Of The Role : With the development of the semiconductor industry in India, the Electronics business is expanding its footprint in the country with the goal of becoming a strategic partner in the local ecosystem for semiconductor materials and materials related solutions. To achieve this objective, we are building a strong foundation in government and regulatory affairs. This role will be responsible for defining long-term and short-term objectives and delivering on those in collaboration with the Country Leadership team and Global Functional Teams.

Government Tasks and Develop and implement Indias Government Affairs strategy, including stakeholder mapping (from central, state to local), positioning of the Electronics business with the government, and conduct advocacy on policy.

• Demonstrate a holistic understanding of the industry and the Electronics business to identify collaboration areas with stakeholders to advance mutual interests.
• Work with Business Units to identify collaboration opportunities with the government, prioritizing based on business impact, cost, and mutual benefit.
• Monitor and identify relevant government policies and incentive programs, and assess their impact on business.
• Identify areas where government policies could be proactively shaped to support semiconductor ecosystem development in India.
• Assess geopolitical changes for their impact on Indias semiconductor market.
• Create internal awareness of various initiatives from the Government of India related to the semiconductor market.
• Collaborate closely with the Global Electronics Government Affairs team to align and coordinate on local strategies. Serve as the key contact point for India for all Electronics Government Affairs tasks.

Regulatory Oversee compliance of local licenses through a distributor while monitoring and guiding critical regulatory topics.

Minimum Degree in relevant fields; advanced degree in public policy, scientific field, or management preferred.

What we offer : We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe that this variety drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress!. Apply now and become a part of a team that is dedicated to Sparking Discovery and Elevating Humanity!

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