Lead - Managing Director's Office

JOB DESCRIPTION 

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Designation: Lead - Managing Director's Office

Company : Godrej Agrovet GAVL Corporate 

Location: Mumbai HO

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Job Title: Lead - Managing Director's Office 

Job Type: Permanent, Full-time

Function: Director's Office 

Business: GAVL Corporate 

Location: Mumbai

About Godrej Industries Group (GIG)

GIG is a holding company of the Godrej Group. We have significant interests in consumer goods, real estate, agriculture, chemicals, and financial services through our subsidiary and associate companies, across 18 countries. 

About Godrej Agrovet Limited (GAVL)

Godrej Agrovet At Godrej Agrovet, a food and agriculture conglomerate, we are dedicated to improving the productivity of Indian farmers by innovating products and services that sustainably increase crop and livestock yields. 

Job Purpose

The Lead – Managing Director's Office will play a pivotal role in driving alignment, speed, and execution across GAVL's strategic priorities.
  Reporting to the Managing Director, the incumbent will lead the day-to-day operations, governance, and coordination of the Managing Director's Office (MDO) — ensuring that the MD's vision is translated into action across the organization.

This is a high-impact role that combines strategic thinking, cross-functional orchestration, and executive effectiveness — serving as the connective force between leadership intent and organizational execution.

Roles & Responsibilities:

Strategic Alignment & Business Execution

• Partner with the Head of Strategy to translate the Managing Director's priorities into clear business actions and measurable outcomes.
• Drive cross-functional initiatives and transformation projects that advance GAVL's growth, value, and potential.
• Coordinate leadership reviews, strategic dashboards, and progress tracking across businesses and corporate functions.
• Ensure decision readiness for the MD — providing data-driven insights, context, and recommendations.

2. Office of the Managing Director Operations

• Manage the rhythm, governance, and efficiency of the Managing Director's Office.
• Drive leadership meeting cadences, including agenda design, content preparation, and action follow-up.
• Represent the MD's office in relevant forums when delegated, ensuring continuity and follow-through on key initiatives.
• Maintain strong working relationships with business heads, function leaders, and external stakeholders.

3. Communication & Decision Support

• Develop high-quality briefs, presentations, and strategic communication for the Managing Director's internal and external engagements.
• Synthesize complex issues into crisp analyses, insights, and decision-support materials.
• Support the Head of Strategy in preparing reports, updates, and presentations for the Board and Group leadership.

4. Change Leadership & Organizational Effectiveness

• Champion GAVL's transformation agenda — embedding agility, accountability, and collaboration across teams.
• Identify operational bottlenecks and propose interventions that improve execution and organizational alignment.
• Drive initiatives that enhance leadership communication, employee engagement, and cultural renewal.

Educational Qualification:

MBA or equivalent postgraduate degree in Business, Strategy, or related discipline.

Experience:

• 8–14 years of experience in strategy, business transformation, consulting, or leadership enablement roles within large diversified organizations.
• Proven experience in managing senior stakeholder relationships and cross-functional programs.
• Familiarity with agribusiness, FMCG, or allied sectors will be advantageous.

Skills:

• Strong strategic and analytical thinking; ability to simplify complexity.
• Exceptional communication and executive presentation skills.
• High ownership, discretion, and sound judgment.
• Proven ability to work effectively across functions and influence without authority.
• Strong program management discipline and bias for action.

What's in it for you?

Be an equal parent

Childcare benefits for the birthing parent, commissioning parent (in case of surrogacy) or adoptive parent, and their partners

• 6 months of paid leave for primary caregivers, flexible work options on return for primary caregivers
• 2 months paid leave for secondary caregivers
• Caregiver travel for primary caregivers to bring a caregiver and children under a year old, on work travel

Coverage for childbirth and fertility treatment

No place for discrimination at Godrej 

Gender-neutral anti-harassment policy 

Same sex partner benefits at par with married spouses 

Coverage for gender reassignment surgery and hormone replacement therapy 

Community partnerships and advocacy

Persons with Disability (PwD) care

We are selfish about your wellness 

Comprehensive health insurance plans, as well as accident coverage for you and your family, with top-up options 

Elder care for those who might need to extend support to senior family members 

Preventative healthcare support

Outpatient Department (OPD) coverage, including vaccinations, dental, vision, etc. 

Uncapped sick leave 

Flexible work options, including remote working and part-time work

Mental wellness and self-care programmes, resources and counselling

Celebrating wins, the Godrej Way  

Structured recognition platforms for individual, team and business-level achievements 

Digital and offline instant recognition platforms

An inclusive Godrej 

Before you go, there is something important we want to highlight. There is no place for discrimination at Godrej. Diversity is the philosophy of who we are as a company. And has been for over a century. It's not just in our DNA and nice to do. Being more diverse - especially having our team members reflect the diversity of our businesses and communities - helps us innovate better and grow faster. We hope this resonates with you.

We take pride in being an equal opportunities employer. We recognize merit and encourage diversity. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination on the basis of nationality, race, colour, religion, caste, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, age, or marital status and ensure equal opportunities for all our team members. 

If this sounds like a role for you, apply now 

We look forward to meeting you.