Growth & Market Expansion Lead

As a Growth & Market Expansion Lead at Athena Executive Search & Consulting, your role will involve driving business growth through strategic partnerships, initiating and leading senior-level client discussions, and positioning Athenas offerings effectively across dynamic markets. You will play a key role in advancing Athenas ambition of becoming a specialist in market entry and expansion advisory by identifying and building new client opportunities across industries, particularly with organizations entering or scaling in India and the Middle East. **Key Responsibilities:** - Identify and pursue business development opportunities with global firms entering India, and Indian firms expanding internationally, especially in the Middle East. - Design and execute outreach campaigns to build a qualified pipeline through outbound efforts, networking, referrals, and industry research. - Present Athenas executive search and consulting capabilities in the context of market entry and expansion strategies. - Partner closely with the Managing Director, Engagement Leads, and Research team to design and deliver tailored solutions aligned with client objectives. - Build, manage, and strengthen long-term relationships with CXOs, CHROs, and other senior decision-makers across industries. - Stay updated on regional trends, sector shifts, and emerging business expansion opportunities in India and the Middle East. - Represent Athena at client meetings, industry events, and pitch presentations through domestic and international travel. - Work cross-functionally with internal stakeholders to align on targets, value propositions, and seamless client onboarding. **Qualifications Required:** - Strong expertise in business development, consultative sales, and strategic account management. - Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to influence senior leaders. - Entrepreneurial drive with high ownership, resilience, and initiative. - Strong grasp of executive hiring, leadership assessment, and market dynamics. - Ability to manage multiple priorities independently while thriving in a collaborative team environment. - 6-10 years of experience in business development, client acquisition, or account expansion roles. - Background in executive search, management consulting, or market-entry strategy will be a strong advantage. - Prior experience engaging with senior business leaders in India and/or Middle Eastern markets is desirable. As part of Athena Executive Search & Consulting, you will have the opportunity to shape the firm's high-growth journey toward becoming a recognized market-entry specialist. You will have direct exposure to the firms leadership team, including the Managing Director, and gain hands-on experience across leadership hiring, strategic advisory, and market intelligence in multiple industries. Additionally, you will be part of a dynamic, merit-based culture with flexibility, autonomy, and significant long-term growth opportunities.,