What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director/Senior Director, India and South Asia position at McLarty Associates?
Director/ Senior Director, India & South Asia Practice
McLarty Associates is seeking an enterprising and collegial professional at the senior or mid-career level to join our India and South Asia team, headquartered in Washington with offices in Delhi.
Responsibilities of the position include:
- Business Development: The incumbent will have a strong understanding of the U.S.-India commercial environment and other South Asia markets. Leading applicants will have strong existing networks in the private sector related to India and South Asia.
- Client Service: Support clients with issues and opportunities related to India and South Asia. This includes direct engagement with policymakers on behalf of clients.
- Candidates should demonstrate interest in and willingness to support the firm’s client service and business development globally, as well as on other nodes of India/South Asia relations (e.g. EU-India, India-China).
Ideal candidates for this position will bring deep knowledge and networks to the position. Knowledge of Hindi and/ or other regional languages is preferred. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the US. This position will be based in our Washington headquarters.
We are seeking individuals who:
- Have at least 10 years’ experience working on India and South Asia policy issues, through experience in government, think tanks, industry associations, private sector;
- Understand the policy issues that are important to businesses wanting to grow or maintain their commercial ties with India and South Asia;
- Anticipate the needs of clients and practice team;
- Are prepared to travel to India two or three times per year, often with executives from client firms, and play the primary role in setting up successful visits;
- Are able to operate in a fast-paced work environment while maintaining a high level of professionalism, judgment, and confidentiality.
Applicants are requested to submit an application that includes:
- Cover letter highlighting relevant experience and skills
- Resume
Please compile all application materials into one PDF document.