Associate FS Insurance
Egon Zehnder
Associate FS Insurance
Egon Zehnder
Global leadership advisory and executive search
Egon Zehnder · Gurugram, India (Hybrid) · — · Posted 2026-10-01
Workplace: hybrid
Department: Experts
Egon Zehnder is the world’s preeminent executive search and leadership advisory firm that aims to transform people, organizations and the world through leadership. With more than 650+ consultants in 71 offices and 37 countries, we work closely with public and private corporations, family-owned enterprises, and nonprofit and government agencies to provide board advisory services, CEO and leadership succession planning, executive search and assessment, and leadership development.
Egon Zehnder, Knowledge Centre India (KCI)
Established in January 2005, KCI in Gurgaon, collaborates with the Global offices of Egon Zehnder. The Experts Team comprises of individuals aligned to Industry or Functional Practices who work end-to-end on solving client mandates. The Experts provide insights from internal/external databases, expert perspectives on industry trend and through their experiences. Most of the team members come with an industry specialization (working in consulting or industry or both) and deliver insights for solving critical client problems.
Experts Team at KCI
Who we are?
•One of the largest expert teams globally, bringing the firm’s connected wisdom and deep industry knowledge to clients.
•Most team members have strong industry specialization, with experience across consulting, industry, or both. More than 60% of experts have over 10 years of professional experience, and more than 50% of the team has been with the firm for over five years.
•The team has consistently achieved among the highest engagement scores across global expert teams. Rooted in Swiss culture, we are known for an employee‑first approach, strong values, and a positive work environment.
What we do?
•The team combines deep sector expertise, the firm’s connected wisdom, and strong execution rigor to solve complex client leadership challenges.
•We cover the full breadth of services and practice groups, fostering collaboration and partnership across all offices, with the US, UK, and Germany as key markets.
•The team actively contributes to business development, insight generation, and knowledge creation efforts.
The Position
Focusing exclusively on senior leadership, Egon Zehnder provides comprehensive leadership solutions for individuals, teams, and organizations. As an expert you will be working on projects related to identifying leaders, shaping succession, strengthening governance, developing leadership capabilities, and enabling transformation.
As a core member of the expert track, you will partner closely with local, regional, and global colleagues on client assignments. The role requires applying industry knowledge, insights, and sound judgment in both internal and external discussions, and supporting client teams in navigating complex decision-making toward successful outcomes.
Client engagements are highly bespoke and demand strong solutioning and consulting capabilities. The role offers a dynamic work environment with the expectation of leading multiple projects simultaneously with client teams across geographies.
Key Accountabilities
•Act as a thought partner to client teams on strategically important engagements.
•Collaborate with colleagues (Consultants, Experts, and EAs) on project execution, pitch preparation, business development, and knowledge management.
•Manage project teams throughout the search process to drive strategy, execution, and client outcomes.
•Lead and manage global projects (including market research, pitch preparation, analyses, and client deliverables) by setting clear work plans and holding project teams accountable to agreed expectations.
•Identify, calibrate, and prioritize potential candidates through the firm’s internal network, external resources, and market outreach.
•Develop and maintain strong internal and external networks to gather industry insights and support candidate solutions as part of assignment execution and business development efforts.
Mentor and develop experts locally and across regions through regular touchpoints.
Benefits which make us unique
At EZ, we know that great people are what makes a great firm. We value our people and offer employees a comprehensive benefits package. Learn more about what working at Egon Zehnder can mean for you!
Benefits Highlights:
· 5 Days working in a Fast-paced work environment
· Work directly with the senior management team
· Reward and Recognition
· Employee friendly policies
· Personal development and training
· Health Benefits, Accident Insurance
Potential Growth for you!
We will nurture your talent in an inclusive culture that values diversity. You will be doing regular catchups with your Manager who will act as your career coach and guide you in your career goals and aspirations.
Location
The position is based at Egon Zehnder’s KCI office in Gurgaon, Plot no. 29, Institutional Area Sector 32.
EZIRS Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion
Egon Zehnder Information Research & Services (EZIRS) aims for a diverse workplace and strive to continuously lead with our firm values. We respect personal values of every individual irrespective of race, national or social origin, gender, religion, political or other opinion, disability, age and sexual orientation as warranted by basic rights enshrined in the UN Declaration of Human Rights. We believe diversity of our firm is central to the success and enables us to deliver better solutions for our clients. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment and supportive work environment, where everyone feels comfortable to be themselves and treated with dignity and respect and there is no unlawful discrimination related to employment, recruitment, training, promotion or remuneration.
Egon Zehnder is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Egon Zehnder provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, citizenship status, age, national origin, disability, or any other legally protected status and to affirmatively seek to advance the principles of equal employment opportunity.
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Global leadership advisory and executive search
Egon Zehnder provides leadership advisory services to help organizations with board guidance, CEO searches and succession planning, executive search, leadership assessment, development, and organizational transformation. Its offerings are delivered through a global network of over 525 consultants in 63 offices across 37 countries, working with public and private companies, family-owned enterprises, and governments and nonprofits. The firm collaborates as One Firm to tailor solutions for each client, guiding them through strategic leadership decisions and development programs. Unlike firms that offer limited services, Egon Zehnder combines multiple leadership disciplines under one global team to support long-term outcomes. The company’s goal is to transform people, organizations, and the world through great leadership by delivering practical leadership solutions that strengthen careers, corporations, and societies.
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