
Strategy and Business Development Head
10 - 15 years of experience
Job Description
Ritter Capitals
About the Role:
Lead the strategic vision and business development initiatives of the firm to drive long-term value creation across a diversified portfolio of investments. The role is responsible for identifying new investment opportunities, shaping corporate strategy, fostering strategic partnerships, and providing market intelligence to drive growth and competitiveness.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead the formulation and execution of corporate strategy, growth plans, and investment theses.
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Collaborate with the Board/Executive Leadership to define long-term strategic goals aligned with market trends and global economic shifts.
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Oversee business model innovation and strategic repositioning of portfolio companies.
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Identify, evaluate, and pursue inorganic growth opportunities including M&A, joint ventures, and strategic partnerships.
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Lead due diligence, valuation, and deal structuring processes in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
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Work with investment teams to assess financial viability and strategic fit of potential investments.
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Develop and nurture a robust pipeline of investment and partnership opportunities.
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Build and maintain a strong network of industry experts, dealmakers, advisors, and potential partners globally.
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Champion market entry strategies in new geographies and emerging sectors.
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Support portfolio companies in their strategic roadmaps, operational optimization, and business development efforts.
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Monitor performance metrics and proactively recommend turnaround or acceleration strategies.
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Identify synergies and cross-leveraging opportunities across the portfolio.
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Stay ahead of industry trends, competitive landscape, and regulatory changes.
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Provide actionable insights to the Board and Investment Committees.
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Represent the firm at industry events, conferences, and forums.
Qualifications
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MBA from a Tier-1 business school (e.g., INSEAD, Wharton, HBS, LBS, ISB, IIMs) or relevant post-graduate degree.
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12+ years of experience in strategy, business development, management consulting, investment banking, or private equity.
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Proven track record of leading strategic initiatives and successful transactions (e.g., M&A, fundraising, scaling businesses).
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Experience in managing cross-functional teams and working with CXO-level stakeholders.
Key Competencies
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Strategic Vision & Analytical Thinking
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Financial Acumen & Investment Analysis
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Deal Origination & Negotiation Skills
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Leadership & Influence
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Market and Sector Intelligence
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Cross-cultural and Cross-sector Adaptability
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High EQ and Stakeholder Management
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Entrepreneurial Mindset and Execution Agility
Location: Bangalore
Job Function: Finance
Role: Strategy and Business Development Head
Job Id: RC-25-107
Industry Type: Core Investment / Asset Management / Private Equity / Institutional Investment
Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent
Qualifications: MBA or relevant post-graduate degree.
