Chief Staff

Hindware; India; On-site; INR 25,00,000 - 35,00,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in India is seeking a Vice President to MD Office who will serve as a trusted advisor to the MD. This role involves leading strategic initiatives, managing the senior leadership team, and improving cross-functional collaboration. The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical skills, excellent communication abilities, and proficiency in key collaboration tools. This opportunity promises a dynamic environment and impactful responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic planning & execution.
• Manage senior leadership team.
• Oversee chairman activities.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards.
• Drive business growth.

Skills

Strategic thinker

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Excellent communication

Emotional intelligence

Time management

Discretion

Microsoft Office proficiency

Project management

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Outlook

Teams

Notion

Trello

Job description

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic planning & execution
• Manage senior leadership team
• Oversee chairman activities
• Ensure compliance with industry standards
• Drive business growth

Position Overview

The Vice President to MD Office is a trusted advisor and strategic enabler who ensures the MD’s time, focus, and decisions are aligned with the organization’s highest priorities. This role demands a blend of strategic thinking, operational execution, stakeholder management, and business acumen. He will drive cross-functional initiatives, enhances leadership team productivity, and acts as a liaison between the MD and internal/external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

1. 1. Strategic Planning & Alignment
   • Collaborate with the MD and leadership team to drive the organization’s strategic planning, OKRs, and quarterly business reviews.
   • Monitor progress on strategic initiatives and ensure timely execution of priorities.
   • Identify business challenges and opportunities and proactively recommend solutions or courses of action.
2. 2. Executive Support & Advisory
   • Act as a sounding board to the MD on key business decisions, internal dynamics, and stakeholder matters.
   • Provide data-backed insights, analysis, and recommendations to support strategic decision-making.
   • Draft executive communication, board notes, and key presentations on behalf of the MD.
3. 3. Leadership Team Enablement
   • Facilitate alignment and collaboration across the leadership team; manage leadership meetings, offsites, and workshops.
   • Track decisions, action items, and follow-ups to ensure accountability across functions.
   • Help break silos between departments and improve cross-functional workflows.
4. 4. Program & Project Management
   • Lead special projects and high-impact cross-functional initiatives directly from the MD’s office.
   • Develop project plans, track milestones, resolve roadblocks, and ensure timely delivery.
   • Ensure strong communication and reporting on project status, risks, and outcomes.
5. 5. Communication & Stakeholder Management
   • Serve as the central communication link between the MD’s office and internal/external stakeholders.
   • Manage sensitive and confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
   • Represent the MD in meetings or forums as required, ensuring alignment of messaging and objectives.
6. 6. Operational Excellence
   • Drive process improvements and identify areas for operational optimization within the MD office and across the business.
   • Ensure the MD is briefed and prepped for key meetings, decisions, and external engagements.
   • Manage agendas, prep documents, and handle executive-level reporting.

Skills & Competencies

• Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• High emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills.
• Strong time management and prioritization in fast-paced settings.
• Discretion in handling confidential and sensitive information.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and collaboration tools (Teams, Notion, Trello, etc.).
• Strong Project and Program management experience.