International Business Development Manager

KNR Management Consultants; Gurugram District; On-site; INR 3,000,000 - 8,000,000; Full time

Job summary

KNR Management Consultants is hiring for International Business Development Head to engage CXOs, develop new business, and drive growth across India, the Middle East, Asia Pacific and Africa. You will manage large global accounts, spearhead the HR Tech product launch due Aug 2026, and closely work with senior leaders to close complex deals.

The role requires extensive international BD experience, strong negotiation skills, and a strategic mindset to expand KNR's global footprint and client base.

Qualifications

• 12+ years in international business development, preferably in executive search, recruitment, or related services.
• Proven track record of achieving/exceeding sales targets in a performance-driven environment.
• Established network of senior-level decision-makers at leading global organizations.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Strategic thinker with ability to manage long-cycle deals.
• Highly self-motivated with a growth mindset.

Responsibilities

• Engage with senior executives and CXOs to demonstrate KNR's value.
• Develop and hunt for new business for Executive Search, Talent Mapping, and Talent Advisory.
• Generate market for the HR Tech product launching in August 2026.
• Build a strong pipeline across India, the Middle East, Asia Pacific and Africa.
• Cultivate relationships with VP HRs, Directors, CHROs, MDs, and CEOs.
• Manage large global key accounts with P&L responsibility.
• Provide client research and industry insights; coordinate with internal teams to deliver.

Skills

International business development

Executive networking

Sales strategy

Client relationship management

Negotiation

Strategic thinking

Job description

Position: International Business Development Head

Reporting: Managing Partner/Director

Location: Gurgaon Onsite

About KNR:

KNR is India’s leading Executive Search firm, trusted by Indian and global corporations and has recruited leadership talent in over 46+ countries across Asia Pacific, the Middle East, Europe and Africa. Since 2009, we’ve built leadership teams that transform organizations. With offices in New Delhi, Gurugram, Noida and Singapore, we are steadily expanding our global footprint.

Key Responsibilities:

• Engage and strategise with senior-level executives and CXOs (primarily HR leaders) at prospective companies to demonstrate how KNR adds value to their business.
• Develop and hunt for new business for Executive Search, Talent Mapping and Talent Advisory.
• Develop the market and new business for the HR Tech product launching in August 2026
• Create a strong pipeline industry-wise, and focus on meetings with prospects from India, the Middle East, Asia Pacific and Africa
• Develop and cultivate deep relationships with the company's Senior Executives like VP HR's, Director HR's, CHROs, MDs, CEO's.
• Manage large global key accounts and take profit and loss (P&L) responsibility.
• Proactively provide smart client research and industry-specific information.
• Collaborate closely with the internal teams to ensure timely delivery
• Create bespoke presentations, client proposals, and negotiate further to close the deals.

Qualifications & Skills:

• 12+ years in international business development, preferably in executive search, recruitment, or employee benefits, training, learning, or professional services.
• Proven record of achieving and exceeding sales targets in a performance-driven environment.
• Established network of senior-level decision-makers at leading global organizations.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to manage complex, long-cycle deals.
• Highly self-motivated with a growth mindset.

Why Join Us:

• Partner with CXOs and top leadership across continents.
• Be part of a globally respected executive search brand.
• High-visibility role with direct impact on global expansion.
• Entrepreneurial culture that rewards performance.