Practice Leader - Tech, Startups & VC Ecosystem

We are looking for aPractice Leaderto drive and expand ourTech, Internet & Startup Practice. This is a senior leadership role for someone with a strong point of view on talent, deep relationships across the startup and venture capital world, and the ambition to build a best-in-class leadership advisory platform. You will lead client relationships, originate high-impact mandates, and be a trusted partner to founders, investors, and CXOs on leadership hiring and strategy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Build and scale theTech & Startup Practiceas a core growth engine for PSS.
• Drivenew client acquisitionacross VC/PE-backed startups, digital-first businesses, and tech-driven companies.
• Act as astrategic advisor to founders, investors, and boardson leadership hiring, succession, and org build-out.
• Lead and overseeCXO-level search mandatesacross functions from founders office roles to business and functional heads.
• Engage deeply with theVC/PE ecosystemto support portfolio build-outs and leadership transitions.
• Mentor a high-performing team of consultants and researchers; grow internal capability alongside external business.
• Represent PSS atecosystem events, panels, and thought leadership platforms.
• Stay sharp onsectoral shiftsacross SaaS, fintech, consumer tech, AI, deep tech, and others to proactively identify opportunities.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• 10+ years of experience inexecutive search, VC/PE portfolio operations, talent advisory, or leadership roles in startups/tech.
• Deep understanding ofstartup journeysand the leadership challenges across various growth stages.
• Strong personal network acrossfounders, CXOs, investors, and operatorsin India s startup and VC ecosystem.
• Proven experience inbusiness development, client relationship management, and team leadership.
• Executive presence and ability to engage with top-tier stakeholders on strategic talent issues.
• Prior experience in retained search is a strong plus; open to high-potential talent with the right context and network.