Partner - GCC Platform & Consulting

Why Globalization Excellence (GE)

Zinnov's Global Excellence (GE) practice helps enterprises build and scale Global Capability Centers (GCCs) end-to-end - from Design & Discovery to Build, Scale, and Run.

In GE, you don't work in silos. You:

Own complex, end-to-end client journeys

Work across GCC advisory, managed services, and BOT / outsourcing models

Influence leadership decisions that shape long-term talent and operating strategies

This is where strategy meets execution - and where talent plays a defining role.

Location: Bengaluru

Reporting to: President

Role Overview

Zinnov is seeking a senior and visionary Partner to lead its GCC Platform and CoE Accelerator offerings. This leader will own and scale the GCC Accelerator Platform (GAP)-a data-led, insight-driven platform that enables enterprises to design, build, scale, and transform global capability centers through benchmarks, market intelligence, ecosystem access, and outcome-based interventions.

The role operates at the intersection of consulting, platform strategy, and ecosystem-led transformation. The Partner will be responsible for driving business growth, strengthening client impact, building differentiated intellectual property, and positioning Zinnov as a market leader in GCC-led transformation.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic & Business Leadership

• Own and scale Zinnov's GCC Platform & Accelerator business globally
• Drive customer retention, revenue growth, profitability, and market expansion across industries and geographies
• Build and execute multi-year strategies to position GAP as a market-leading platform
• Identify and develop new monetization models, including subscription-led and data-driven offerings

Platform Strategy & Innovation

• Evolve the GCC Accelerator Platform as a differentiated, insight-led capability
• Drive innovation across AI-led GCC transformation, digital engineering, and talent strategy
• Integrate platform capabilities with consulting-led transformation programs
• Develop benchmarks, maturity frameworks, and outcome-driven interventions

Client Engagement & Advisory

• Serve as a trusted advisor to CXOs (CIOs, CTOs, CHROs, COOs, GCC Heads, PE Operating Partners)
• Lead large-scale engagements across GCC strategy, operating model design, and transformation
• Anchor executive-level relationships with global enterprises and Private Equity portfolio companies
• Drive value creation through GCC-led innovation, capability build-out, and global talent strategies

Ecosystem & Growth

• Leverage Zinnov's ecosystem of GCCs, startups, academia, and technology partners
• Build strategic partnerships with hyperscalers, SaaS firms, and engineering service providers
• Position GAP as a central intelligence and networking hub for GCC leaders globally

Thought Leadership & Market Positioning

• Shape Zinnov's voice in the GCC and CoE space through reports, benchmarks, and POVs
• Lead CXO forums, roundtables, and industry engagements
• Build differentiated intellectual property on GCC maturity, AI-led CoEs, and value creation frameworks

Team Leadership & Capability Building

• Build and lead high-performing consulting and platform teams
• Drive a culture of insight-led consulting and data-driven storytelling
• Mentor future leaders and strengthen practice capabilities

Requirements

• 15-20+ years of experience across consulting, research/advisory, or GCC leadership roles
• Proven experience in managing P&L, scaling practices, or leading platform-led business models
• Strong background in GCC strategy, global delivery, or engineering center transformation
• Demonstrated ability to build IP, benchmarks, or insight-led offerings
• Experience working with global enterprises or Private Equity clients
• Strong strategic thinking, analytical rigor, and business acumen

Additional Skills

• Deep understanding of data-led consulting and benchmarking platforms
• Strong executive presence with the ability to influence senior stakeholders
• Exceptional communication, storytelling, and stakeholder management skills
• Experience in ecosystem building and partnership-led growth models