Country Head - Strategy Comms Firm (PR)

The Hiring Company · Bangalore urban, India

India Head - Strategy Comms Firm

Role Summary

The India Head is responsible for leading Strategy Comms Firm's business, strategic growth and market

presence in India. The role drives commercial performance, client leadership, delivery

excellence and institutional engagement while strengthening the firm's position across

corporate, public policy and strategic advisory sectors. Working closely with the leadership

team, the India Head will lead business expansion, build high-value partnerships and represent

across key national and international platforms.

Key Responsibilities

Business Growth & Profitability

• Drive revenue growth, profitability and the overall commercial performance of the

India business.

• Identify new business opportunities and expand strategic client relationships.

• Lead commercial proposals, negotiations and key client acquisitions.

• Develop long-term growth strategies aligned with the firm's vision.

Client Leadership

• Serve as the senior advisor for key client relationships across India.

• Counsel CXOs, Boards and leadership teams on strategic communications, reputation

management and stakeholder engagement.

• Drive client retention, account growth and long-term advisory partnerships.

Delivery Excellence

• Oversee end-to-end delivery of consulting engagements across strategic

communications, public affairs, research, digital and stakeholder engagement.

• Ensure the highest standards of quality, execution and client impact.

• Lead multidisciplinary teams and establish delivery frameworks that support

operational excellence and growth.

Strategic Partnerships & International Engagement

• Build and strengthen relationships with think tanks, academic institutions, chambers of

commerce, trade bodies, international organisations and strategic partners.

• Lead Strategy and participation in international conferences, leadership forums and

industry platforms.

• Identify cross-border collaboration opportunities that enhance the firm's capabilities

and global presence.

• Represent Company in high-level engagements with policymakers, industry leaders,

investors and institutional stakeholders.

Market Development & Thought Leadership

• Strengthen Organization market positioning through strategic initiatives and executive

engagement.

• Lead thought leadership programmes including research reports, white papers,

executive roundtables and policy discussions.

• Identify emerging sectors, market trends and opportunities for new service offerings.

Leadership & Organisation

• Build and lead a high-performing India team.

• Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability and excellence.

• Support organisational planning, capability development and long-term business

growth.

Core Competencies

• Business Leadership

• Commercial Strategy

• Profitability Management

• Strategic Advisory

• Client Leadership

• Programme Delivery

• Strategic Partnerships

• International Engagement

• Stakeholder Management

• Thought Leadership

• Team Leadership

• Business Development