Director, Leadership Hiring - Consumer Goods (PSS02322)

About the Company

A pioneer in the executive search industry in India, this firm is recognized for its unparalleled track record and respected brand among organizations of all sizes. The organization offers a strong platform for experienced professionals seeking career growth and significant earning potential.

Position Overview

The firm seeks an accomplished professional to join its Consumer Industry Practice as Principal or Director, based in Mumbai and reporting to the Executive Director. The role focuses on business development and delivery of senior-level executive search mandates, leveraging the firm’s strong brand and global network to drive client success.

Key Responsibilities

Engage with CEOs, Managing Directors, Promoters, and Chief HR Officers to develop new business relationships and deliver high-end mandates.
Lead comprehensive search processes to identify, assess, and present the right-fit candidates to clients.
Drive successful closures of senior mandates and use these outcomes to generate further business opportunities.
Collaborate with internal executive search consultants to ensure timely and high-quality delivery.
Identify and pursue new business opportunities within the consumer and allied sectors.
Leverage industry knowledge and relationships to strengthen client engagement and market presence.
Maintain accountability for outcomes, ensuring reliability, responsiveness, and proactive communication.
Advise and influence client stakeholders, managing expectations throughout the search process.
Demonstrate diligence and ownership in all aspects of business development and delivery.
Contribute to the firm’s reputation for excellence in retained executive search.

Required Experience & Qualifications

Experience: Career professionals from the consumer industry (e.g., CHROs, HR Heads, senior sales executives) with several years of relevant experience.
Leadership: Proven ability to engage with senior stakeholders including CEOs and HR leaders on high-impact executive hires.
Technical Expertise: Deep understanding of consumer sectors such as food, beverages, FMCG, personal care, consumer durables, professional and business services, consulting, and retail.
Soft Skills: Strong communication, advisory, and influencing skills; high diligence and responsiveness; problem-solving orientation with ownership and accountability; research-driven mindset; resilience and learning agility.

Why Consider this Opportunity?

Join a market-leading executive search firm with a long standing legacy and strong brand equity.
Work on retained, high-value mandates with top-tier clients across industries.
Benefit from a robust infrastructure, an experienced team, and a strong support system to achieve your professional potential.
Enjoy an attractive compensation and incentive structure aligned with market leadership.