Associate Director TLM

Associate Director – Transport, Logistics & Mobility (TLM) Practice

Location: Delhi

Experience: 12 to 16yrs

Reports To: Senior Director / Practice Head – TLM

Department: CRISIL Consulting

Role Overview:

CRISIL Consulting is seeking a highly accomplished professional to join as a Director in its Transport, Logistics & Mobility (TLM) practice. The role demands strong expertise in the roads and highways sector, a deep understanding of transport infrastructure consulting, and proven experience delivering assignments for multilateral institutions across India, Southeast Asia, and the Middle East.

The ideal candidate will have strong business development capabilities and an established network with senior stakeholders in both the public and private sectors.

Key Responsibilities:

Practice Leadership & Strategy

- Drive growth of the Roads & Highways vertical within the TLM practice

- Lead strategic planning, go-to-market initiatives, and partnerships with clients and multilaterals

- Develop CRISIL’s positioning as a thought leader through insights, policy white papers, and speaking engagements

Project Delivery & Oversight

- Oversee end-to-end execution of consulting assignments, including:

- Project preparation (Feasibility, DPRs, Transaction Advisory)

- Policy and regulatory advisory

- Asset monetization and PPP structuring

- Ensure timely, high-quality delivery aligned with client expectations

Business Development

- Independently identify and pursue new business opportunities in India and international markets

- Write compelling proposals, lead pitch presentations, and close deals with multilateral/bilateral funders, ministries, and private developers

- Leverage existing relationships to open doors and create repeat business

Client & Stakeholder Management

- Maintain strong connects with senior leadership in:

- Government agencies (central, state, and municipal)

- Multilateral/bilateral institutions (World Bank, ADB, AIIB, etc.)

- Infrastructure developers, investors, and EPC firms

- Act as a senior advisor and relationship manager for key clients

Team Development

- Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing team of consultants and sector experts

- Promote knowledge sharing and capability development across the practice

Required Qualifications & Experience:

- Postgraduate degree in Engineering, Urban/Transport Planning, Economics, Public Policy, or MBA from a reputed institution

- Mandatory experience in Roads & Highways, with significant exposure to:

- Multilateral-funded projects (World Bank, ADB, etc.)

- Work across India, Southeast Asia, and/or the Middle East

- Demonstrated ability to work independently to generate business and manage project pipelines

- Excellent client network in senior leadership roles across public and private sector entities

Preferred Attributes:

- Strategic mindset with deep understanding of PPP models, regulatory frameworks, and transport policy

- Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and presentation skills

- Ability to thrive in a dynamic, target-driven consulting environment

- Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required

Why CRISIL Consulting?

- Work on transformative infrastructure and policy projects across regions

- Collaborate with top-tier clients, multilaterals, and governments

- Join a team of sector leaders shaping the future of transport and mobility