Independent Director

About the role

The Independent Director will provide objective judgement, independent oversight and strategic guidance to the Board of a global pharmaceutical enterprise. This senior board position requires an experienced business leader who can constructively challenge management and uphold high standards of corporate governance, ethics and integrity.

Key responsibilities

• Provide independent perspective on long‑term strategy, business performance and growth plans, and constructively challenge major decisions and investments.
• Oversee governance, risk management, internal controls and regulatory/financial compliance.
• Serve on Board committees such as Audit, Nomination & Remuneration, Risk Management, and Stakeholder Relations.
• Review executive performance, succession planning and remuneration philosophy.
• Safeguard the interests of all shareholders, including minority shareholders, and other key stakeholders.

Required profile

• Graduate degree required; postgraduate, professional or management qualification preferred.
• Significant senior leadership experience as a Director, CXO or equivalent in a listed company, multinational or complex enterprise.
• Demonstrated experience in corporate governance, business strategy and Board oversight.
• Strong commercial and financial acumen with ability to review financial statements, strategic investments and major transactions.
• Good understanding of regulatory frameworks, corporate governance requirements and the Indian business environment.
• Prior Board experience with a listed company preferred; Board Committee experience with a top‑500 listed company is a plus.
• High personal integrity, independent thinking and objective judgement.
• Ability to constructively challenge management while maintaining collaborative Board relationships.

Required skills