Experience Required: 4-8 Years
Location: Subject to Business Requirements
Service Line: Corporate Strategy
Job Description:
As a Program Lead – Corporate Strategy, you will be responsible for driving strategic initiatives and ensuring their seamless execution within the organization. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, senior leadership, and external consultants to achieve business objectives and deliver measurable impact. This role requires strong leadership, analytical skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining alignment with corporate goals.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Project Planning and Execution
- Develop comprehensive project plans for assigned strategic initiatives, ensuring their timely and successful execution.
- Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, and milestones while creating detailed timelines.
- Allocate resources efficiently and manage budgets to optimize project outcomes.
- Identify and mitigate potential risks while ensuring alignment with business goals.
2. Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Work closely with initiative analysts, Infosys delivery teams, and external consulting firms to ensure smooth project execution.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive synergies and enhance operational efficiency.
- Ensure all stakeholders are aligned with project objectives and facilitate seamless communication.
3. Leadership and Team Development
- Mentor and guide a team of analysts, fostering a high-performance culture.
- Align team members with strategic organizational goals and encourage professional growth.
- Promote accountability, innovation, and excellence within the team.
4. Performance Monitoring and Reporting
- Track key project milestones and provide regular progress updates to stakeholders.
- Monitor performance indicators, identify risks, and implement corrective measures as required.
- Utilize data-driven insights to improve project efficiency and decision-making.
5. Financial Analysis and Budget Management
- Monitor project budgets and assess financial impacts during execution.
- Evaluate the cost-effectiveness of proposed solutions and recommend financial optimizations.
- Ensure financial accountability while delivering strategic and operational outcomes.
6. Stakeholder Management
- Build and maintain strong relationships with senior executives, delivery teams, sales teams, and external consultants.
- Effectively communicate initiative status, potential risks, and key opportunities to stakeholders.
- Manage expectations and drive alignment across various business units.
7. Innovation and Problem-Solving
- Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within the team.
- Encourage creative problem-solving and identify innovative solutions to complex challenges.
- Leverage strategic thinking to drive value creation and contribute to organizational growth.
Preferred Skills & Competencies:
- Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills.
- Excellent project management and organizational abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and cross-functional teams.
- Strong leadership and team development capabilities.
- Financial acumen with experience in budgeting and financial analysis.
- Problem-solving mindset with an emphasis on innovation.
- Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.
Educational Requirements:
Master of Business Administration (MBA) or equivalent qualification.This role is a critical part of our Corporate Strategy team, offering an opportunity to contribute to high-impact initiatives and shape the strategic direction of the organization.