Lead – Government Relations & Compliance

Lead – Government Relations & Compliance

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Location : New Delhi

Organisation : THE BRIJ

Role Overview

We are seeking a seasoned and highly influential Lead – Government Relations & Compliance professional to drive regulatory strategy, approvals, and stakeholder engagement for our projects in Delhi. The role demands deep expertise in urban regulations, proactive liaisoning with authorities, and ensuring seamless compliance across all project lifecycle stages. The incumbent will serve as a critical bridge between project teams and regulatory bodies, ensuring timely approvals, risk mitigation, and adherence to all statutory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Regulatory Advisory & Planning

• Provide expert guidance on Unified Building Bye-Laws (UBBL) of Delhi to internal teams and the Architect on Record.
• Advise on critical compliance aspects including:
  • Setbacks
  • FAR (Floor Area Ratio)
  • Ground Coverage (GC)
  • Greenbelt norms
  • Fire & Life Safety requirements
  • Parking provisions
  • Lighting, Plumbing & Ventilation standards
  • Façade guidelines
  • Height restrictions (including Aviation norms)
  • Environmental Clearance (EC)
• Ensure all guidelines are accurately incorporated into submission drawings and planning strategies.

Regulatory Approvals & Compliance Management

• Lead and manage all pre- and post-construction statutory approvals, including but not limited to:
  • Delhi Fire Services (DFS)
  • Delhi Development Authority (DDA)
  • Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD)
  • Delhi Urban Art Commission (DUAC)
  • Aviation Authorities
  • Environmental Clearance (EC)
  • RPwD compliance
  • Traffic Police approvals
  • CPCB / Pollution Control Board
  • Water, Sewerage & Drainage authorities
  • Chief Electrical Inspector to Government (CEIG)
  • Structural Stability Certifications
• Ensure timely acquisition of all No Objection Certificates (NoCs) in a structured and proactive manner.
• Drive end-to-end approvals including:
  • Building Plan Sanction
  • Commencement Certificate
  • Completion / Occupancy Certificate

Government & Stakeholder Engagement

• Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with regulatory authorities at all levels.
• Establish rapport with key decision-makers and escalation points to enable smoother approval processes.
• Act as the primary interface between the organization and government bodies.

Compliance Governance & Risk Management

• Ensure strict adherence to all legal, statutory, and environmental compliance requirements.
• Identify potential regulatory risks and develop mitigation strategies proactively.
• Maintain updated knowledge of regulatory changes and amendments impacting real estate development in Delhi.

Documentation & Coordination

• Oversee preparation, review, and submission of all regulatory documentation and drawings.
• Ensure accuracy, completeness, and timely submission of compliance records.
• Coordinate closely with architects, consultants, legal teams, and internal stakeholders.

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management capabilities
• Proven relationship-building and networking expertise
• Solid understanding of legal frameworks, statutory compliance, and governance
• Ability to interpret and review technical drawings and plans
• High level of documentation accuracy and attention to detail
• Strong problem-solving and crisis management skills

Educational Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in: Law/ Public Administration/ Public Relations Or related field

Experience

15 to 20 years of relevant experience in:

• Government liaisoning
• Real estate compliance
• Regulatory approvals in Delhi/NCR