Director of the India Representative Office

Our client is an international technology holding that has been successfully expanding for over 25 years in both Russia and global markets. Today, the company is a leader in engineering solutions, providing cutting-edge technologies to major enterprises in the oil & gas sector, heavy industry, and transportation infrastructure.

The holding also develops several other businesses:

• A division focused on small-scale/autonomous power generation, preparing to launch new proprietary energy equipment.

• An international EdTech initiative.

Geographical presence: Russia & CIS, India, UAE, Singapore.

We are looking for a Director of the India Representative Office who will strengthen the company’s position in existing markets and drive expansion across the APAC region, with further growth into MENA and LATAM.

Why This Opportunity is Worth Considering:

• Stable Business: The company operates in key industries such as oil & gas, nuclear energy, metallurgy, and transportation infrastructure.

• Leadership Role in an Established Market: Opportunity to head one of the representative offices of a successful international holding. The India office has been operating for over 7 years.

• Strong Corporate Support: Backing from the headquarters and regional hubs in Dubai and Singapore.

• Ambitious Growth Strategy: Clear objectives for business expansion and development through 2030.

• Broad Scope of Responsibility: A chance to directly influence the company’s future and drive strategic decisions.

• Manufacturing Development: Opportunity to enhance and scale the company’s production site in India.

• Competitive Compensation: Attractive fixed salary + performance-based bonuses for achieving strategic goals. Relocation support provided.

What the Company Expects from the Candidate:

• Deep understanding of the local mentality and the ability to effectively interact with the local team and partners.

• Experience in Structured B2B Project-Based Businesses or EPC Companies.

• At Least 5 Years in Leadership Roles within the APAC region. Experience in MENA and LATAM is also valuable for future expansion.

• Fluency in English (Advanced level).

• Proven Success in Launching or Scaling a Business in India or other key markets (e.g., UAE).

• Willingness to Relocate to India or spend at least 70% of working time there.

• Higher Education (Economics, Management, IT); a business degree is an advantage.

• Experience Managing International, Geographically Distributed Teams of 10+ people.

Key Responsibilities and Scope of Work:

• Full P&L Responsibility for the Indian office.

• Developing and Executing a Strategic Growth Plan to achieve target KPIs by 2030.

• Assembling and Leading a Multicultural Team.

• Developing an Employee Motivation and Growth System while effectively managing cultural differences.

• Expanding Business Operations in India, with future growth into MENA and LATAM regions.

• Leading the Expansion of Local Manufacturing in India.

• Building Long-Term Relationships with key clients and partners.

• Driving Market Expansion through active participation in integration projects.