We are Hiring! Manager - Public Policy, Advocacy & Strategic CommunicationsLocation:MumbaRole Overview:AsManager - Public Policy, Advocacy & Strategic Communications, you will be responsible for developing and executing advocacy and public affairs mandates for clients across sectors.The role requires someone who can go beyond tracking policy developments and demonstrate the ability to answer:“So what does this mean for the client, what should they do about it, and how do we influence the conversation?”You will work closely with senior client stakeholders and internal teams to translate complex policy and regulatory developments intoclear strategic recommendations, advocacy programmes and communication narratives .About Adfactors PR:Founded in 1997, is India's largest Public Relations firm. A multi-specialist, full-service firm, we serve clients in over 25 industries across 40 cities in India. The clients include some of the largest corporations, conglomerates, financial institutions and trade bodies, as well as a host of bright, young start-ups and unicorns.Key Responsibilities:Policy & Regulatory IntelligenceTrack and analyse key policy, regulatory and legislative developments relevant to clients and their sectorsDevelop policy briefs, issue notes, regulatory updates, stakeholder maps and strategic recommendationsIdentify emerging policy trends, risks and opportunities that could impact client businessesTranslate complex policy developments into concise, business-oriented insights for senior stakeholdersPublic Policy & Advocacy StrategyDevelop advocacy strategies aligned with client business objectives and the broader policy environmentIdentify key stakeholders across government, regulators, industry bodies, think tanks, academia, media and other relevant ecosystemsBuild stakeholder engagement frameworks and recommend appropriate engagement pathwaysDevelop issue-based advocacy campaigns and programmes that create informed,



credible and sustained conversations around policy mattersSupport clients in navigating complex policy and regulatory environments with a consultative approachStrategic CommunicationsTranslate policy positions and technical subjects into compelling narratives for different stakeholder groupDevelop communication strategies around policy issues, including thought leadership, positioning, campaigns and stakeholder outreachWork with media relations teams to identify opportunities for credible policy-led conversations and thought leadershipSupport senior executives and industry leaders with speeches, articles, op-eds, talking points, presentations and policy communication materialDigital & Social Media AmplificationDevelop digital amplification strategies for policy and advocacy campaignsIdentify relevant conversations, platforms and audiences across social and digital ecosystemsWork with digital and creative teams to translate policy narratives into engaging and accessible contentMonitor online conversations and sentiment around policy issues and recommend timely interventionsClient Advisory & ConsultingAct as a trusted strategic advisor to clients on policy, advocacy and public affairs mattersIndependently manage client mandates and contribute to senior-level client discussionsPresent strategic recommendations and insights with a strong understanding of both policy considerations and business implicationsAnticipate client needs and proactively identify opportunities for new advocacy and communications interventionsCollaborate with integrated teams across corporate communications, public affairs, digital, content and creative to deliver holistic solutionsTeam & Account LeadershipMentor and guide junior team members working on policy and advocacy mandatesDrive high-quality deliverables, timelines and client outputsCoordinate with multiple internal and external stakeholders to ensure seamless execution of campaigns and programmesContribute to new business pitches, proposals and thought leadership initiativesIdeal Candidature:We are looking for a professional who combinespolicy depth with a consulting mindset and strong communication capability .The ideal candidate would bring:7-8 years of relevant experiencein public policy, public affairs, advocacy, government relations, strategic communications, consulting or related fieldsExperience in aconsulting, PR/public affairs agency, government, think tank, industry association or policy advisory environmentis preferredPostgraduate qualification inPublic Policy, Law, Economics, Political Science, Governance, International Relationsor related fields; anMBA from a reputed B-Schoolorstrong management consulting pedigreewith relevant policy/public affairs exposure will be an added advantageThe Opportunity:This is an chance for someone who wants to move beyond conventional communications and build a career at the intersection ofbusiness, policy, government, reputation and influence .You will have the opportunity to work on complex and high-impact mandates, advise senior stakeholders, shape public conversations and build advocacy programmes that influence how important issues are understood and discussed.If you are someone who enjoys asking “Why?”, “What does this mean?”, and most importantly, “What should we do next?” - this role is for you.Interested?If this role aligns with your experience,drop your CV at [email protected].

📌 Manager - Public Policy, Advocacy & Strategic Communications (Maharashtra)
🏢 Adfactors PR
📍 Maharashtra