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Manager – Public Policy & Regulatory Affairs

Sri Lanka·Colombomid

OtherPublic Policy

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Develop and execute the company's public policy and government relations strategy in line with business objectives. Build and maintain strong relationships with government agencies, regulators,

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OtherPublic Policy

Develop and execute the company's public policy and government relations strategy in line with business objectives.
Build and maintain strong relationships with government agencies, regulators, policymakers, and industry stakeholders.
Represent the company in discussions with ministries, regulatory authorities, law enforcement agencies, and other public sector organizations.
Monitor and analyze legislative and regulatory developments related to
transportation, tourism, digital economy, consumer protection, data
privacy, and other relevant sectors.
Assess the business impact of new regulations and provide recommendations to leadership.
Prepare policy briefs, regulatory submissions, position papers, reports, and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.
Collaborate with Legal, Compliance, Corporate Communications, and business teams to ensure a consistent approach to regulatory matters.
Support advocacy initiatives by engaging with industry associations, chambers, consultants, and external partners.
Coordinate stakeholder meetings, workshops, roundtables, and policy discussions.
Advise senior leadership on regulatory risks, opportunities, and emerging policy trends.
Support public communication on policy-related matters in collaboration with the Communications team.
Build and maintain positive relationships with community organizations and advocacy groups where relevant.

Requirements

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Bachelor's degree in Public Policy, Law, Political Science, Economics, or a related field (Master's degree is an advantage).
Minimum 5–7 years of experience in Public Policy, Government Relations, Regulatory Affairs, or a similar role.
Experience within the technology, transportation, mobility, logistics, telecommunications, or related industries is preferred.
Strong understanding of Sri Lanka's legislative, regulatory, and government processes.
Experience engaging with government ministries, regulatory bodies, and public sector stakeholders.
Proven ability to influence policy discussions and navigate complex regulatory environments.
Excellent written, verbal, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to manage multiple priorities while working effectively with cross-functional teams.
Proficiency in English is essential. Knowledge of Sinhala and/or Tamil will be an added advantage.