Assistant Vice President - Strategy

Position : Assistant Vice President / Vice President - Strategy

Location : Mumbai

Reporting Relationship : Managing Director & CEO

Key Responsibilities

We are looking for a potential candidate for the position of Chief Strategy Officer to provide leadership, direction, and management to the activities of the organization. The incumbent will be a part of the CEO’s office and the executive committee.

The incumbent will be responsible for shaping and executing strategies that drive the long-term success, profitability, and sustainability of TRIL. Working in close partnership with the CEO, this individual will serve as a trusted advisor and strategic thought partner, playing a pivotal role in setting the organization’s direction across real estate, infrastructure, and investment domains. As a people-centric leader, they will foster trust, communication, and teamwork across the organization, ensuring strategy translates into operational success with measurable impact.

More specifically, the responsibilities will cover the following :

Strategic Vision & Leadership :

Partner with the MD & CEO to shape and operationalize the company’s long-term strategic roadmap, ensuring alignment with Tata Group’s broader objectives in real estate, infrastructure, and urban development. Translate macroeconomic, market, and policy trends into actionable business strategies.

Market & Competitive Intelligence :

Analyze industry shifts, real estate investment trends, infrastructure policy developments, and competitor movements to proactively guide leadership on emerging opportunities and threats.

Investment Strategy & Capital Allocation :

Lead investment planning and capital allocation processes by identifying high-return opportunities across real estate portfolios and infrastructure assets. Ensure alignment of investment decisions with financial performance goals and risk-return thresholds.

Corporate Finance & Strategic Financial Planning :

Partner with the CFO and finance teams to integrate strategic planning with financial forecasting, portfolio analysis, and P&L impact assessment. Guide budgeting for growth initiatives, cost optimization, and balance sheet strengthening.

Executive Stakeholder Engagement :

Serve as a key thought partner to the MD / CEO and the Board. Foster alignment across senior leadership functions, particularly Finance, Business Development, Legal, and Projects, to ensure coordinated strategic execution.

Performance Monitoring & Strategic KPIs :

Establish strategic KPIs and lead periodic business reviews to monitor progress on core objectives, resource utilization, and capital efficiency metrics.

Digital Transformation & Innovation :

Drive adoption of digital tools, data analytics, and Prop Tech innovations that enhance investment decisions, asset monetization, and operational efficiencies.

Mergers, Acquisitions & Partnerships :

Originate, evaluate, and execute strategic transactions including mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and joint ventures. Lead deal structuring, financial modelling, valuation, due diligence, and post-deal integration planning.

Funding Strategy and Management :

Support capital raising initiatives through strategic engagement with Banks and FIs. Contribute to fundraising strategy, banker presentations, and pitch narratives.

The Candidate

Experience and Professional Qualifications

The role requires a mature, visionary leader with the ability to synthesize complex market dynamics into actionable plans, while also being hands-on in execution. The ideal candidate will be a strong collaborator and influencer – skilled at managing diverse stakeholders, building cross-functional alignment, and driving outcomes in a dynamic environment.

The ideal profile would have the following experience and qualifications :

Educational Background :

Postgraduate degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Strategy, or related field from a reputed institution. CA or CFA qualifications are a strong plus, particularly for candidates with a finance-focused career path.

Strategic Leadership Experience :

15–20 years of progressive leadership experience, with at least 8–10 years in strategic planning, corporate development, or business transformation roles, preferably within large real estate, infrastructure or diversified conglomerates.

Industry Exposure :

Deep understanding of the real estate, infrastructure, and urban development ecosystem in India, including regulatory frameworks, market trends, and competitive landscape.

Financial Acumen :

Proven experience in strategic finance, capital allocation, M&A, financial modelling, and investor relations. Exposure to real estate investments and infrastructure funding mechanisms is highly desirable.

Stakeholder Management :

Demonstrated maturity and confidence in engaging with CXOs, Board members, bankers, regulators, and government stakeholders.

Execution Track Record :

Strong track record of translating strategic ideas into executable plans with tangible outcomes. Experience managing cross-functional initiatives and business transformations.

Leadership & Collaboration :

A collaborative, people-oriented leader who builds trust and alignment across functions. Skilled in influencing without authority and fostering a high-performance culture.