Job Description

Summary About the role:
The Group Head role reports within the Functional Capabilities pillar of the US BPA team in Hyderabad. The person is responsible to lead and manage a team of associates accountable for end-to-end management of expenses (including personnel cost) related to the capability teams embedded within multiple functions in US (e.g. Market Access, Medical Affairs, Patient Services etc.). This role will report to US BPA Head and will work closely with US Functional Capabilities Director (based in East Hanover, US). This role will be a member of US Finance Hyderabad management team.

Key Requirements:

• General Administration: Lead the US BPA Functional Capabilities team in Hyderabad (5-7 associates).
• Manage stakeholder relationships and partner with the US Functional Capabilities Director.
• Oversee headcount and expense management (budget and actuals) for 3-5 functions.
• Operations Management: Ensure seamless operations of the Functional Capabilities BPA team with adherence to timelines and quality standards.
• Lead monthly closing activities with insightful KPI and variance analysis. Manage planning cycles and ensure timely submissions in financial systems (SAP, BPC)
• Standardize tracking and reporting across functions. Provide value-added analysis and decision support to the US Functional Leadership Team.
• Business Partnering: Collaborate proactively with US Finance and business teams to drive strategic initiatives and performance.
• Monitor business performance and provide early warnings and solutions for risks. Challenge teams and senior management to deliver greater impact.
• People and Culture: Foster an inclusive, development-centred, and psychologically safe environment.
• Hire, develop, coach, and mentor talent to reduce attrition and improve performance. Promote a culture of curiosity, growth, and continuous development.

Essential Requirements:

• Proven ability to deliver within defined timelines, scope, and quality standards.
• Experience managing multiple projects and priorities across internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and thrive under pressure.
• Strong talent development skills to ensure robust succession planning.

Desirable Requirements:

• 12+ years of experience in finance analysis/BPA, including 3-5 years managing teams.
• Strong team player with finance business partnering experience.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills.
• Ability to work cross-functionally with mid to senior-level management.

Skills Desired Ability To Influence Key Stakeholders, AI Driven, Building Effective Teams, Capital Allocation, Critical Thinking, Data Cleansing / Normalization, Data Visualization, Financial And Management Reporting, Giving And Receiving Feedback, Insight Generation, Interpersonal Savvy, Managing Ambiguity, Market Understanding, Planning & Analysis, Pmi (Post-Merger Integration), Process Optimization, Rapid Problem Solving, Understanding Value Drivers