Senior Manager - Executive Search - Automotive Industry

Senior Manager - Executive Search

Location: Mumbai

Experience Required: 15+ years

Industry Exposure: Cross-industry CXO hiring; prior exposure to the automotive industry preferred

Function: Executive Search / Leadership Hiring

Reports To: Director / Business Head - Leadership Hiring

Key Responsibilities:

1. Leadership Hiring & Delivery (CXO Level):

- Drive end-to-end execution of retained and contingent executive search mandates for leadership and CXO roles (CEO, CFO, CHRO, CTO, etc.).

- Engage with senior stakeholders (Board, Promoters, Investors, Founders) across industries, especially automotive, manufacturing, and emerging tech.

- Lead candidate assessment, client briefings, shortlist presentations, and offer negotiations with strategic clarity and consultative rigor.

2. Business Development:

- Own and grow a personal book of business; actively develop client relationships through consultative selling and strategic engagement.

- Build long-term partnerships with key accounts, understanding their leadership talent needs and advising on talent strategy.

- Respond to RFPs, build proposals, and pitch for leadership search assignments.

3. Team Management & Development:

- Lead, coach, and mentor a high-performing team of consultants, researchers, and associates.

- Set delivery targets, manage performance KPIs, and foster a culture of excellence, accountability, and growth.

- Share best practices and help elevate overall delivery capability and domain expertise within the team.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

- Experience: 15+ years in executive search or leadership hiring, with a strong track record of closing CXO-level positions.

- Industry Exposure: Prior or current engagement with automotive/manufacturing clients is highly desirable.

- Business Acumen: Strong understanding of business functions and industry trends; credible in front of senior stakeholders.

- Leadership: Proven team management capabilities; ability to inspire, mentor, and lead by example.

- Network: Deep and relevant network of senior professionals across industries.

Preferred Qualifications:

- Postgraduate in HR, Business Administration, or equivalent from a reputed institution.

- Certifications in leadership assessment tools will be a plus.