Freelance Consultant - Corporate Strategy & Growth Initiatives

Our Client, highly respected and heritage group based in the South of

India with businesses in five areas: Chemicals, Specialty

Chemicals, Engineering, Foundry and Shipping, is seeking to attract and groom exceptional talent into the group to support an exciting portfolio of initiatives alongside the businesses and in the corporate office. The role can pave the way for a future in business leadership.

ROLE DESCRIPTION

1. Work directly with the Chairman, Corporate Office and Business Heads to:
2. a. Accelerate execution of current businesses (i.e., orchestrate reviews, debottlenecking etc.)
3. b. Drive strategic initiatives in the businesses (i.e., operations improvement, sales acceleration etc.)
4. c. Conduct external benchmarking, market intelligence and set-up for continuous improvement
5. d. Identify new growth opportunities for the group and incubate the new businesses identified
6. After 2-3 years, candidate could transition into a line role with an accelerated professional trajectory

VALUE PROPOSITION

1. Tremendous business exposure to driving execution, growth and strategy
2. Exposure to Senior Management of the client and thereby accelerated apprenticeship
3. Unique work environment – a nurturant, professional and ethical culture in a Group that has a record of grooming talent over long and enriching careers

Skills Required

CANDIDATE PROFILE

1. Personal Profile: With roots/connection/strong interest in Chennai and interest in building a career with the client over the next 10-15 years with at-least 5 years commitment

2. Academic Background: Engineering (Tier 1-2 Engineering College) or CA and MBA in Tier 1-2 college

3. Work Experience: Ideally with 8-15 years work experience, combination of:

4. 3+ years exposure to consulting in the Tier 1-2 consulting firms

5. Line role in reputed corporates
6. Competencies: Candidate with strong
7. Problem solving and analytical skills
8. Inter-personal skills
9. Drive and curiosity to learn