Practice Leader - Tech, Startups & VC Ecosystem Pss Global

10.0 - 15.0 years

11 - 18 Lacs

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

On-site

We are looking for a Practice Leader to drive and expand our Tech, Internet & Startup Practice . This is a senior leadership role for someone with a strong point of view on talent, deep relationships across the startup and venture capital world, and the ambition to build a best-in-class leadership advisory platform. You will lead client relationships, originate high-impact mandates, and be a trusted partner to founders, investors, and CXOs on leadership hiring and strategy. Key Responsibilities: Build and scale the Tech & Startup Practice as a core growth engine for PSS. Drive new client acquisition across VC/PE-backed startups, digital-first businesses, and tech-driven companies. Act as a strategic advisor to founders, investors, and boards on leadership hiring, succession, and org build-out. Lead and oversee CXO-level search mandates across functions from founders office roles to business and functional heads. Engage deeply with the VC/PE ecosystem to support portfolio build-outs and leadership transitions. Mentor a high-performing team of consultants and researchers; grow internal capability alongside external business. Represent PSS at ecosystem events, panels, and thought leadership platforms . Stay sharp on sectoral shifts across SaaS, fintech, consumer tech, AI, deep tech, and others to proactively identify opportunities. Ideal Candidate Profile: 10+ years of experience in executive search, VC/PE portfolio operations, talent advisory, or leadership roles in startups/tech. Deep understanding of startup journeys and the leadership challenges across various growth stages. Strong personal network across founders, CXOs, investors, and operators in India s startup and VC ecosystem. Proven experience in business development, client relationship management, and team leadership . Executive presence and ability to engage with top-tier stakeholders on strategic talent issues. Prior experience in retained search is a strong plus; open to high-potential talent with the right context and network.

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