JOBS AT MANAGER GOVERNMENT & REGULATORY AFFAIRS

HRSG Search & Advisory

CAREER OPPORTUNITY

Our client, one of Pakistan’s largest publicly listed oil and gas exploration and production companies and an equal opportunity employer, is seeking a Manager Government & Regulatory Affairs for its Islamabad office.

Job Purpose
Responsible for managing the company’s interface with government institutions and regulatory bodies for legal, commercial, and regulatory work by developing and executing engagement strategies. The role ensures compliance, promotes policy initiatives, and builds collaborative relationships across regulatory and governmental landscapes critical to business operations and diversification.

Key Responsibilities

1. Develop and implement government and regulatory engagement frameworks aligned with corporate strategy, legal requirements, and commercial objectives.
2. Monitor legislative and policy developments across energy, mining, and infrastructure sectors, evaluating implications for the company.
3. Represent the company in high-level engagements with regulatory authorities, government departments, and multi-stakeholder forums.
4. Support revenue growth by aligning regulatory strategy with business expansion plans, ensuring timely approvals and unlocking new opportunities.
5. Enable regulatory certainty, reduce compliance risks, and accelerate approvals for strategic initiatives.
6. Build strategic relationships with federal/provincial institutions, regulatory agencies (MoE, OGRA, NEPRA, SECP), and industry consortia.
7. Provide strategic advice on emerging risks, compliance challenges, and sectoral reforms.
8. Coordinate cross-functional collaboration on regulatory affairs across legal, operations, and business units.
9. Deliver internal advisory briefs, stakeholder mapping, and position papers for executive decision-making.
10. Develop capacity-building initiatives to foster regulatory awareness and governance discipline.

Job Specifications

• Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Economics, Law (including commercial/business law), Geology/Geophysics, or any Engineering discipline from reputable local or foreign institutions recognized by HEC.
• Work Experience: Minimum 14 years of progressive experience in government relations, regulatory reporting and compliance, commercial matters, or strategic planning. Preference for candidates with exposure to public-sector engagement, energy/oil & gas operations, or inter-agency coordination.

Important Information

• Complete all required fields and submit resume; incomplete or late applications will not be considered.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
• Female candidates are encouraged to apply.
• Candidates will be screened for continuity and retirement age.
• Verified education and professional documents will be required upon request.
• The company reserves the right to cancel any or all advertised positions.

To apply, submit CV/Resume through:
👉 https://search.hrsgcoofy.com/ by 1st June 2026