Government Relations Lead (Fintech)

At NPCI, you’ll be part of a purpose-driven organization shaping the future of digital payments in India and beyond. NPCI offers a unique opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects that directly impact millions. We foster a culture of innovation, inclusion, and high performance, where every individual is empowered to lead with purpose and deliver with passion. With a strong focus on employee wellbeing, continuous learning, and collaborative success, NPCI is more than just a workplace—it’s a platform to grow, contribute, and make a meaningful difference. The opportunity To lead NPCI’s engagement with Central Government stakeholders with a strong focus on credit and lending-related initiatives, while supporting broader government adoption of NPCI’s digital payment and financial infrastructure platforms. Job details and Job Responsibilities Role- Lead Relationship Management, Central Govt Relationship 4+ years of experience preferably in Government Relations, BFSI, fintech, payments, credit platforms, PSUs, or consulting. Prior experience engaging with DFS / RBI / Central Government preferred. Qualification- BE/B.Tech/Similar Degree + MBA or MBA from institute of repute or Master’s degree in Finance, Public Policy, Economics Job Location- Delhi Central Government Engagement • Serve as the primary point of contact for line central Government ministries and departments • Manage day-to-day engagement with senior officials on credit, lending, and digital financial infrastructure initiatives. • Support government programs and policy initiatives related to MSME credit, financial inclusion, and digital lending. Credit & Lending Focus • Drive NPCI’s participation in credit enablement use cases, including UPI-linked credit and allied repayment rails. • Support government-backed credit schemes and pilots by enabling NPCI platforms as part of the lending and repayment lifecycle. • Coordinate discussions on digital credit frameworks Policy & Regulatory Coordination • Track and analyze policy and regulatory developments impacting credit, lending, and NPCI platforms. • Support consultations, committees, and working groups involving government Internal & External Coordination • Work closely with product, technology, legal, compliance, risk, and operations teams to operationalize government-driven credit initiatives. • Coordinate with banks, NBFCs, PSBs, fintechs, PSUs, and system integrators involved in government credit programs. • Manage implementation tracking, issue resolution, and escalations. Reporting & Documentation • Maintain structured documentation of government engagements and outcomes. Desired Skills and Experience • Strong understanding of Government of India functioning and policy processes. • Working knowledge of credit ecosystem, digital lending, and repayment infrastructure. • Familiarity with UPI and its credit features, RuPay, BBPS, and digital payment rails. • Strong communication, drafting, and stakeholder management skills. • Ability to operate effectively in a policy-driven, multi-stakeholder environment.