Job Title: Manager Liaison & Regulatory Affairs (Pan-India)

Department: Regulatory Affairs / Legal & Compliance

Reports To: Head of Operations / Managing Director

Location: Hyderabad (with Pan-India travel)

About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced and well-connected Liaison & Regulatory Affairs Manager (Pan-India) to serve as the company's primary interface with government departments and regulatory authorities for a growing FMCG, Beauty & Personal Care, Cosmetics, and Contract Manufacturing (CMO/CDMO) organization with manufacturing units, warehouses, and offices spread across multiple states.

He will be responsible for obtaining, renewing, and maintaining all statutory approvals and licenses required for our manufacturing facilities, warehouses, and corporate offices including Factory, Pollution Control, Fire, Excise, PESO, CDSCO/State FDA, Industrial Development Authorities, and local municipal approvals — across Maharashtra, Gujarat, Karnataka, Odisha, Bihar, Madhya Pradesh, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Delhi and other states.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on regulatory professional with deep knowledge of state-specific and central government processes, strong relationships with departments across India, and a proven track record of managing approvals end-to-end without dependency on external consultants.

Key Responsibilities

A. Factory & Industrial Approvals

- Obtain and renew Factory Licenses under the Factories Act, 1948 across all states — including plan approvals, registration, amendments, and periodic compliance.
- Liaise with DISH / Directorate of Industrial Safety & Health (or state equivalents) in each zone for inspections, audits, and safety compliance.
- Manage approvals from State Industrial Development Corporations (MIDC in Maharashtra, GIDC in Gujarat, KIADB in Karnataka, TSIIC in Telangana, SIPCOT in Tamil Nadu, UPSIDA in UP, HSIIDC in Haryana, WBIDC in West Bengal, etc.).
- Coordinate with local municipal authorities for Trade License, Shop & Establishment Registration, and Building NOCs in each state.

B. Pollution Control & Environmental Approvals

- Secure and maintain Consent to Establish (CTE) and Consent to Operate (CTO) from State Pollution Control Boards across India — MPCB (Maharashtra),GPCB (Gujarat), KSPCB (Karnataka), OSPCB (Odisha), TSPCB (Telangana), APPCB (Andhra Pradesh), UPPCB (UP), BSPCB (Bihar), and others.
- Ensure compliance with Air Act, Water Act, and Environmental Protection Act — including renewals, condition compliance, and annual returns.
- Handle Hazardous Waste Authorization, E-Waste,



Plastic Waste, and Battery Waste registrations and compliance in each state.
- Manage Environmental Clearance (EC) from MoEFCC / SEIAA / SEAC where applicable.

C. Fire Safety Approvals

- Obtain Provisional and Final Fire NOC from State Fire & Emergency Services Departments across all zones.
- Ensure ongoing fire safety compliance, including submission of semi-annual maintenance certificates and coordination with fire auditors in each state.
- Liaise with fire authorities for inspections, drills, and rectification of observations.

D. Excise, PESO & Hazardous Materials Approvals

- Manage State Excise permissions for the use, possession, storage, and manufacturing of spirit/alcohol (where applicable in cosmetics/personal care) across states.
- Obtain and maintain PESO (Petroleum and Explosives Safety Organisation) licenses for the storage and handling of hazardous chemicals, solvents, and petroleum products — Pan-India.
- Ensure compliance with Explosives Act, Petroleum Act, and related rules — including renewals, inspections, and safety audits.

E. CDSCO / State FDA & Cosmetic Regulatory Approvals

- Coordinate with State Drug Control Authorities / CDSCO for Cosmetic Manufacturing License (Form COS-5/COS-6) , product approvals, and GMP compliance across states.
- Support regulatory filings for new product launches, label approvals, and import registrations.
- Ensure compliance with Cosmetics Rules, 2020, Drugs & Cosmetics Act, 1940, BIS, Legal Metrology, and FSSAI (where applicable) in each state.

F. Government Liaison & Stakeholder Management

- Serve as the single point of contact for all government departments across India — Factory, Pollution, Fire, Excise, PESO, Industrial Development Authorities, DISH, FDA, Municipal Corporations, and local authorities.
- Represent the company in inspections, hearings, show-cause notices, and follow-ups in any state.
- Build and maintain strong working relationships with officials across North, South, East, and West India.
- Maintain a centralized compliance tracker for all approvals, renewals, and deadlines across all states — with proactive alerts to management.
- Coordinate with external consultants,



legal counsel, and industry bodies across regions where required.

G. Internal Coordination & Reporting

- Work closely with Plant Operations, EHS, HR, Legal, and Finance teams across all locations to ensure regulatory readiness.
- Prepare and present monthly/quarterly compliance dashboards to senior management.
- Conduct internal audits and mock inspections across plants to identify gaps and close them before external audits.
- Train internal teams on regulatory requirements and inspection preparedness.

Key Requirements Education & Qualifications:

- Mandatory: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, Law, or Commerce.

- Preferred:
- Diploma in Industrial Safety (ADIS/PDIS) or Environmental Management.
- Certification in Fire Safety or Pollution Control.
- LL.B. or CS (not mandatory, but an added advantage).

Experience:

- 12 – 25 Years of hands-on experience in liaison and regulatory affairs within FMCG, Beauty & Personal Care, Cosmetics, Pharmaceuticals, or Contract Manufacturing (CMO/CDMO) industries.
- Proven track record of independently obtaining and renewing Factory, Pollution Control, Fire, Excise, PESO, and CDSCO/State FDA approvals across multiple states in India.
- Strong network with government departments across North, South, East, and West India.
- Experience in greenfield or brownfield plant setup across multiple states is a strong plus.
- Willingness to travel extensively across India (30–50% travel).

Skills & Competencies:

- Pan-India Regulatory Knowledge: Deep understanding of Factories Act, Pollution Control laws, Fire Safety norms, Excise regulations, PESO rules, Cosmetics Rules 2020, and Drugs & Cosmetics Act — with state-specific nuances.
- Government Liaison: Proven ability to navigate government processes across states, build relationships, and expedite approvals.
- Documentation: Robust drafting skills for applications, representations, replies to notices, and compliance reports.
- Attention to Detail: High accuracy in maintaining licenses, trackers, and renewal calendars across multiple states.
- Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication in English and Hindi; knowledge of regional languages (Marathi, Gujarati, Tamil, Telugu, Bengali, etc.) is an added advantage.
- Problem-Solving: Ability to handle inspections, notices, and regulatory challenges calmly and effectively.
- Tech-Savvy: Proficiency in MS Office, compliance management software, and government portals (CPCB, SPCB, PESO, CDSCO, state industrial portals, etc.).

📌 Manager - Liaison and Regulatory Affairs Pan India (Hyderabad)
🏢 Geofast Industries
📍 Hyderabad