Head of Government and Corporate Affairs India – Beam Suntory

Beam Suntory With two centuries of family heritage, Beam Suntory is a world leader in premium spirits. As a truly global business, we bring together the best of our culturally diverse heritage. We value both agility and long-term thinking, we share a collective commitment to excellence and a dedication to craftsmanship. Across borders and roles, we collaborate to delight our consumers responsibly whilst contributing to a more sustainable society for all our stakeholders.

Our Vision is Growing for Good, and our mission is to be the world’s most admired, fastest-growing premium spirits company. We’re a business that runs on responsibility, integrity, ambition and drive, and we celebrate exceptional performance. We welcome our people to dream big and tenaciously pursue ambitious goals – we call it our Yatte Minahare Spirit.

Head of Government and Corporate affairs – India

We are looking for people who bring something unique to Beam Suntory – themselves. We value differences, and we appreciate what each of us can contribute. We inspire each other, and challenge ourselves to innovate, improve, advance new ideas and try new things. We create endless opportunities to Unleash Your Spirit every day in a culture that is charged, creative, challenging and fun.

What makes this a great opportunity?

Beam Suntory is the world’s 3rd largest spirits’ company; the #1 producer of Bourbon and Japanese Whisky; the #2 player in Tequila; the only spirits company to boast products in all five major whiskey categories (Bourbon, Scotch, Irish, Canadian, and Japanese); and a company that’s enriched with 220 years of family tradition, history and heritage.

• This is one of the most exciting roles in the Public Affairs industry, providing an opportunity to support some of the most iconic, fastest growing and most exciting spirits brands.
• The successful candidate will be positioned to have an immediate impact on the dynamic public policy issues facing Beam Suntory and the spirits industry in India.

Role Mission –

• Head of Government and Corporate affairs – will focus on public affairs in India. They will have primary responsibility for advocating on behalf of Beam Suntory on legislative and regulatory issues in India.
• Responsible for defining, delivering, and executing the strongest possible CR strategy that delivers against Beam Suntory India top line objectives in the short and long term.
• Anticipating and mitigating risks incl. geopolitical, tax, trade, regulatory and reputational risks.
• Provide expertise, counsel, analysis and intelligence to the India leadership team, HQ and senior leaders on decision making of state governments and potential policy outcomes that could impact Beam Suntory India.

Qualifications & Experience

• Education- bachelor’s degree preference for legal, communication, political science or a related area
• Years of experience- Minimum 10-15 years substantive experience in public policy/government relations
• Type of experience- Experience and familiarity with Indian legislative systems, corporate and highly regulated industries, and trade associations.

Travel %- 50%

Competencies – Organizational, Role Specific & Leadership

Organizational Competencies

• Entrepreneurial Approach
• Creating Innovative Solutions
• Beating the Competition Together

Role Specific Competencies

• Agility
• Collaboration
• Critical/Logical thinking
• Results oriented
• Communication

Leadership Competencies

• Works in a collaborative manner
• Inspires engagement, passion, and performance.
• Thinks and acts like an owner.
• Delivers impactful results with integrity.

At Beam Suntory, people are our number one priority, and we believe our people grow together in diverse and inclusive environments where their unique insights, experiences and backgrounds are valued and respected. Beam Suntory is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, military veteran status and all other characteristics, attributes or choices protected by law. All recruitment and hiring decisions are based on an applicant’s skills and experience.

WE BELIEVE IN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES

We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, race, religion, or belief. All recruitment and hiring decisions are based on an applicant’s skills and experience.  We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, and to perform crucial job functions. Please contact us if you require assistance.

We offer a competitive salary, bonus package and benefits, including an attractive parental leave and flexibility policy. In 2021, we have been recognized by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation as a Best Place to Work for LGBTQ Equality.