Managing Director, India

Overview:

Reporting to the Head of APAC the ideal candidate will have a strong track record of leadership within the consulting industry complemented by commercial acumen and deep understanding of the India market. This individual will lead account management and account growth initiatives manage high-performing teams own the P&L and serve as a strategic partner in scaling the firms presence in India.

This is a hybrid role based in Mumbai.

What You Will Do:

• Lead and manage commercial activities including client account management client retention and strategic account expansion in India
• Collaborate with the Head of APAC on business planning market expansion strategies and regional leadership engagement
• Manage and mentor teams focused on client success ensuring alignment with global standards and local objectives
• Identify risks and growth opportunities in the local market and align internal resources to drive resolution and results
• Develop and implement operational policies to support sustained growth in the India market
• Drive training and development initiatives to strengthen capabilities in commercial strategy client communication and compliance
• Partner with regional offices to continuously improve commercial operations and cross-border collaboration

What You Have:

• Bachelors degree from a top-tier university; MBA or equivalent advanced degree preferred
• 8 years of leadership experience ideally with prior experience in consulting (e.g. strategy management or advisory)
• Strong track record in PnL management and client management in a B2B environment
• Deep knowledge of the India market and an existing professional network across consulting and corporate sectors
• Excellent interpersonal leadership and strategic problem-solving skills
• Self-starter mindset with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced and entrepreneurial environment
• High proficiency in written and spoken English

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation
• Employee medical coverage
• Central office location
• Entrepreneurial environment autonomy and fast decisions
• Casual work environment

About Guidepoint:

Guidepoint is a leading research enablement platform designed to advance understanding and empower our clients decision-making process. Powered by innovative technology real-time data and hard-to-source expertise we help our clients to turn answers into action.

Backed by a network of nearly 1.75 million experts and Guidepoints 1600 employees worldwide we inform leading organizations research by delivering on-demand intelligence and research on request. With Guidepoint companies and investors can better navigate the abundance of information available today making it both more useful and more powerful.

At Guidepoint our success relies on the diversity of our employees advisors and client base which allows us to create connections that offer a wealth of perspectives. We are committed to upholding policies that contribute to an equitable and welcoming environment for our community regardless of background identity or experience.

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Required Experience:

Director

Employment Type : Full Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1