ABOUT GRASSIK SEARCH Grassik Search stands among the pioneers in the Executive Search industry in India with a strong presence across multiple industry sectors. We partner with organisations in hiring senior and leadership level talent, combining market understanding, search discipline, and a consultative approach in every assignment. Grassik operates across more than 15 industry sectors, organised into specialised business practices, and serves clients across India and Southeast Asia.Our key practice areas include Consumer & Retail, Technology-enabled Businesses, Hospitality & Service Industries, Manufacturing & Automotive, and Industrial Practice.REPORTING & LOCATION Reports To: Director, Grassik SearchBase Location: Defence Colony, South DelhiBUSINESS MODELGrassik executes mandates at senior and leadership levels translating into roles ranging from a CTC of INR 50 lpa going up to 4-4.5 cr. ROLE OVERVIEW The Senior Client Partner carries full accountability for the performance of their Practice, combining search leadership with P&L; ownership. The role sits at a level where individual execution is no longer the primary measure of contribution; the practice's revenue,its people, and its standing in the market are. Business ownership, team leadership, and new client acquisition are the foundations of the role. The incumbent is expected to think and operate like an owner of the practice, and this includes responsibility for the practice's revenue and margins, for the growth and development of the team within it, and for expanding Grassik's presence with new clients in the sector. The role also demands intellectual range. The incumbent must stay well read, across their sector, the broader talent market, and the macroeconomic and business trends that shape client decisions. This is not a peripheral expectation; it directly determines the quality of counsel the incumbent can offer clients and the credibility they carry in senior rooms.The Senior Client Partner is expected to travel across major corporate hubs in India, building and sustaining a presence with clients and prospects in person, and to bring a considered point of view on the strategic direction and growth of their practice.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Business & P&L; Ownership (Critical)· Own the revenue and profitability of the practice, with full accountability for its financial performance against annual and quarterly targets.



· Take ownership of costs within the practice, balancing growth with profitability.· Review practice performance regularly, identify gaps early, and course-correct.2. Senior Search Oversight (Critical)· Take direct ownership of the practice's most senior and complex mandates and execute relentlessly from intake to joining.· Successful execution of leadership searches is a critical responsibility. · Provide oversight and quality control on searches run by the wider team, stepping in where needed to safeguard client outcomes.3. Team Leadership & Development (Critical)· Lead and manage a team within the practice, setting clear expectations, reviewing performance, and holding the team to Grassik's standards of search quality.· Coach and develop team members, building their sector knowledge, client-facing ability, and search judgment over time.4. New Client Acquisition & Business Development· Identify and pursue new client relationships in the sector, expanding Grassik's footprint beyond its existing client base.· Lead client pitches and proposals with the credibility and preparation expected of a senior representative of the firm.5. Practice Strategy & Market Positioning· Develop a clear point of view on where the practice should grow, which sub-sectors or client segments to prioritise, and how to position Grassik competitively in conjunction with the management. · Stay closely attuned to shifts in the sector and client hiring patterns, and translate this into practice-level decisions.· Work with the Director on the practice's medium-term growth plan, and take ownership of its execution.6. Market & Intellectual Engagement· Stay current on business, economic, and sector developments by reading daily as a routine. · Translate market and sector awareness into sharper client conversations, better search judgment, and more informed practice decisions.7. Client Presence & Travel· Travel across major corporate hubs in India to meet clients and prospects in person,



treating this in-person presence as a direct driver of trust and business.· Represent Grassik Search with authority and polish in all external interactions, from client meetings to industry forums.8. Use of Technology & Artificial Intelligence· Apply emerging technologies, including Generative AI tools, across the search process.· Leverage these tools to identify niche and hard-to-reach talent and to sharpen the assessment of candidate fit.· Use AI to interpret and simplify technical mandates and market information, enabling faster and more informed decisions.PREFERRED BACKGROUND / EXPERIENCE· Total Work Experience: 14 - 18 years (Preferred)· A strong background in Executive Search OR a mixed experience in Executive Search and Corporate Talent Acquisition.WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR · Intellectual depth and learning agility, with the capacity to grasp technical concepts across sectors.· Demonstrated experience owning a revenue number and managing a team, with the maturity to lead people as well as mandates.· Robust communication skills, with the ability to articulate ideas precisely and be readily understood across diverse stakeholders.· A natural solutions-oriented mindset.· A demonstrated appetite for business development, and comfort opening new client relationships.· Entrepreneurial drive and ambition, with the capacity to think beyond the immediate task.· Absolute integrity, a collaborative orientation, and consistent professional reliability.INTERNAL CULTURE · Grassik values a culture of collaboration, openness, and mutual respect. Teams work closely with one another, and there are active platforms for discussion, learning, and the exchange of ideas across the firm.· The work environment is dynamic, high-energy, and designed to support productivity and professional growth. Alongside high performance, the culture also makes room for connection, informal interaction, and a sense of team spirit.· Grassik takes pride in the stability and continuity of its team, with many colleagues having completed long tenures with the firm. The values of Respect, Transparency, and Integrity guide decisions and day-to-day conduct across the organisation. Grassik Search is committed to maintaining an inclusive workplace and values diversity across backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

📌 Senior Client Partner (Delhi)
🏢 Grassik Search
📍 Delhi