Assistant Vice President/Senior Manager - Program Management & Strategic Initiatives - Capability Centre

Summary:

Our client is the new Capability centre/ Talent hub of a US leader in Professional Services & Consulting.

This role will work with the country head in India and Program Manage and define strategic initiatives for the firm in India.

This is a unique role designed for someone who enjoys variety, learns quickly, and thrives in ambiguity.

The role will provide exposure to virtually every aspect of running and scaling a growing organization, from strategic projects and executive communications to problem-solving, stakeholder coordination, and special assignments.

The successful candidate will act as a trusted execution partner for the Managing Director, helping transform ideas into action while ensuring impactful results.

Key Results:

1. Program & Project Execution:

Lead and coordinate high-priority initiatives sponsored by the country head.

Key activities include:

- Develop project plans and execution roadmaps.

- Coordinate with stakeholders and remove execution roadblocks.

- Identify risks, dependencies, and escalation points.

- Ensure commitments are translated into action and completed on time.

2. Executive Communications & Insights:

Help the country head communicate effectively, make informed decisions, and stay ahead of emerging issues.

Key Activities include:

- Conducting research and analysis to support decision-making.

- Structuring complex topics into clear recommendations.

- Capturing decisions and ensuring follow-through.

- Create transition roadmaps & role profiles for new roles in India.

Candidate Profile:

- 7-10 years of experience in PMO, strategy, business operations or executive office.

- Demonstrated success managing projects involving multiple senior stakeholders.

- Exposure to professional services firms is a good to have.

- Experience supporting senior leaders is essential.

- Exceptional communication skills.

- Strong execution focus.

- Comfortable operating without a playbook.