What You'll Do
Regulatory Affairs & Legal Compliance Create, manage, and constantly update a comprehensive repository of laws, rules, circulars, and notifications under GST, Central Excise, Customs, DGFT, and allied regulations. Disseminate key regulatory changes across business units with interpretations and implications. Keep the organization ahead of compliance risks and regulatory deadlines through structured advisory and planning. Litigation & Legal Representation Be a team member and if assigned Lead and coordinate all indirect tax litigation matters, including case strategy, documentation, and representation before CGST, Customs, and Appellate Authorities/ quasi-Judicial Authorities. Draft detailed replies to Show Cause Notices, appeals, audit observations, and compliance responses. Collaborate with external legal counsel, internal finance teams, and senior management to protect company interests. Liaison & Relationship Management Serve as the principal point of contact with senior officers in the GST, Customs, and other governmental departments. Proactively handle departmental visits, inspections, and informal consultations to maintain a positive compliance image. Return Filing & ITC Optimization Supervise and verify accurate and timely filing of monthly, quarterly, and annual GST returns (GSTR-1, 3B, 9, 9C). Reconcile GSTR-2A vs GSTR-3B for ITC validation. Monitor and coordinate GST payments and resolve discrepancies across all units. Ensure timely filing of ITC refund applications and liaison for claim realization. Licensing & Approvals Prepare documentation and apply for statutory licenses and renewals under DGFT, Customs, CDSCO, etc. Maintain a live dashboard for all licenses and registrations with expiration alerts. Coordinate closely with internal stakeholders to ensure no lapse in validity or regulatory obligations. Data Management & Reporting Maintain real-time dashboards of pending litigations, compliance status, and license validity using Excel/ERP tools. Submit regular reports to the HOD & Management highlighting risks, progress, and regulatory updates. Assist in preparing documentation for board meetings, audits, and strategic reviews. Additional Responsibilities (Value-Add Areas) Support internal audits and external tax audits by providing all required documentation and explanations. Evaluate and implement opportunities to avail benefits under MEIS, RoDTEP, SEIS, MOOWR and other export incentive schemes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Finance, SCM, Manufacturing, International Business) for regulatory alignment. Develop SOPs, policies, and internal checklists to institutionalize compliance across the organization. Assist HR/Training teams in conducting awareness workshops and compliance sessions. Act as a regulatory support resource across departments as needed including Pollution Control Board compliance, FDA regulatory filings, Labour Department submissions, ESI/EPF inspections, and related licensing matters. The role demands a flexible and proactive approach to multi-domain legal and compliance challenges, especially during inspections, audits, or policy-level interactions with government bodies.
