Director – Government Affairs And Public Policy, One India Hub
Lilly
India
Not specified
15+ years corporate/government affairs experience
4+ years people leadership in matrixed environment
Master's degree in public/health policy or related field
Lilly is seeking a Director of Government Affairs and Public Policy for its One India Hub, responsible for leading corporate affairs strategy, advocacy efforts, and reputation management. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in corporate or government affairs, particularly within the healthcare sector, and will be expected to engage with various stakeholders to drive high-impact initiatives
Job Summary
The Director leads the Corporate Affairs strategy for the One India Hub, integrating government affairs, public policy advocacy, and reputation management.
This role is accountable for translating policy, regulatory, and political developments into decision-ready insights for senior leadership.
The position requires managing senior relationships across key Indian government bodies including MoHFW, NITI Aayog, and state regulators while leading a high-performing team.
Matching Summary
Match Score: 85
Lilly is seeking a Director of Government Affairs and Public Policy for its One India Hub, responsible for leading corporate affairs strategy, advocacy efforts, and reputation management. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in corporate or government affairs, particularly within the healthcare sector, and will be expected to engage with various stakeholders to drive high-impact initiatives.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
15+ years Corporate/Government Affairs experience
4+ years people leadership in matrixed environment
Master's degree in public/health policy or related field
Deep knowledge of Indian healthcare ecosystem
Experience with Big Four or industry bodies
Nice-to-have
Strong executive presence and articulation skills
Solution-oriented collaborative mindset
Ability to manage complex high-pressure projects
High integrity and compliance orientation
Comfort with ambiguity and change
Key Requirements
Master's degree required
15+ years in Corporate/Government Affairs
4+ years people leadership experience
Experience in multinational matrixed landscapes
Prior work in top-tier professional services firms preferred