Project Lead - Research/Consulting

Ken Research; Gurugram District; On-site; INR 1,000,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

A global strategy consulting firm is seeking a Project Lead to manage consulting and market intelligence engagements. This role involves overseeing the delivery lifecycle, leading cross-functional teams, and ensuring high-quality client deliverables. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's or Master's degree, 4+ years in consulting, and strong project governance skills. This position is based in Gurgaon, and the candidate should be prepared to work on-site five days a week.

Qualifications

• 4+ years in consulting, project management roles.
• Proven track record of leading cross-functional teams.
• Experience managing complex project workflows.

Responsibilities

• Own the delivery lifecycle for consulting projects.
• Convert client briefs into structured project plans.
• Lead cross-functional teams and allocate tasks.
• Ensure reports meet client goals and project scope.

Skills

Project governance and delivery management

Consulting workflows understanding

Excellent communication

Structured problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Economics, Management

Job description

Job Title

Project Lead – Consulting

Location

Gurgaon (WFO, 5 Days)

Employment Type

Full-Time, Permanent

Reporting To

Engagement Manager / Principal

Company Profile

Ken Research is a global strategy consulting and market intelligence firm supporting enterprises, financial institutions, and government bodies across India, Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and key international markets. We deliver consulting engagements, market intelligence programs, procurement benchmarking, expert panel research, and B2B/employee survey solutions that help organizations make faster, data‑backed, and strategically aligned decisions.

Role Summary

The Project Lead owns the end‑to‑end management and execution of consulting and market intelligence engagements. This is a pure delivery leadership role — not responsible for conducting primary or secondary research, but accountable for planning, coordinating, reviewing, and ensuring timely, high‑quality client delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Own the complete delivery lifecycle for consulting & research projects.
• Convert client briefs into structured project plans with timelines & milestones.
• Track progress daily, identify risks early, and ensure timely execution.
• Coordinate across research, analytics, editorial, and consulting teams.
• Ensure alignment with project scope, delivery expectations, and quality standards.

Client Delivery & Communication

• Act as the single point of accountability for client communication during execution.
• Conduct structured update calls, clarify expectations, and gather feedback.
• Ensure final deliverables meet client objectives and maintain insight‑driven structure.
• Realign teams based on evolving client expectations.
• Maintain strong client relations throughout the delivery cycle.

Team Leadership & Coordination

• Lead cross‑functional teams by allocating tasks and defining priorities.
• Conduct structured quality reviews on team outputs.
• Coach junior team members on problem‑solving, structure, clarity, and delivery discipline.
• Resolve operational bottlenecks and maintain team momentum.

Quality Control & Strategic Oversight

• Own the internal quality assurance process for all client‑facing deliverables.
• Ensure reports, documents, and decks reflect client goals and project scope.
• Identify scope deviations early and propose corrective plans.
• Conduct final reviews before client submission.

Internal Collaboration & Process Improvement

• Work closely with Engagement Managers, Principals, and functional leaders.
• Improve delivery workflows, SOPs, templates, and governance mechanisms.
• Share project learnings and help build organization‑wide delivery capability.
• Contribute to standardization and efficiency improvements across consulting delivery.

Qualifications & Skills Required

Education

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Economics, Management, or related fields.
• Candidates from reputed institutes preferred.

Experience

• 4+ years in consulting, market intelligence, or project management roles.
• Proven track record of leading cross‑functional teams in deadline‑driven environments.
• Experience owning client delivery and managing complex project workflows.

Technical & Functional Skills

• Strong project governance and delivery management capability.
• Excellent understanding of consulting workflows and structured output creation.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with precision.
• Strong quality orientation and structured problem‑solving.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.

Soft Skills & Mindset

• High accountability and ownership from start to finish.
• Startup mindset: initiative, resilience, and adaptability.
• Leadership maturity with strong stakeholder management.
• Ability to maintain clarity, discipline, and structure across teams.

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