Associate - Public Policy

About the Job

• Our Corporate Affairs & Public Policy team helps the company navigate the complex policy & regulatory landscape in India, advocating for policies that promote the skill-based online gaming sector. As a crucial member of the team, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the discourse with progressive, growth-oriented, and consumer-centric policy ideas.

Responsibilities

• Carry out policy analysis and research to strengthen advocacy initiatives, including through detailed analysis with respect to proposed legislation and regulations
• Analyze bills, rules, regulations and parliamentary questions, and policy documents to identify business-critical risks and opportunities for advocacy
• Prepare high-quality original research reports, briefing notes, policy briefs, discussion papers, and internal memos, among others
• Draft talking points, stakeholder representations, and meeting notes for regular internal and external meetings
• Stay abreast of evolving gaming regulations, digital policy, and related legislative trends, and assess their impact on the company
• Assist in organizing roundtables, consultations, policy dialogues, and industry association meetings; support with documentation and follow-up
• Contribute to the wider team’s work streams in the formulation of advocacy strategies, including stakeholder mapping, issue positioning, and timeline planning
• Assist the team in government relations efforts, including scheduling meetings, tracking outreach and stakeholder mapping.

Experience & Qualifications

• Advanced degree in the social sciences, preferably a Master’s in Public Policy.
• 1-2 years of relevant experience, preferably in a public policy think tank, consultancy, government fellowship (e.g. LAMP fellowship).

Skills & Attributes

• Good understanding of Indian regulatory processes
• Excellent communication skills including writing in clear, thorough and timely manner using appropriate and effective tools and techniques
• Exceptional time management skills, both independently and collaboratively; superior organization and prioritization skills
• Detail oriented with ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Maintain highest professional levels of ethical conduct, confidentiality and integrity
• Possess a keen interest in global technology and regulatory developments