Vice President - Advisory Research & Development Lead

Ready to shape the future of work?  

At Genpact, we don’t just adapt to change—we drive it. AI and digital innovation are redefining industries, and we’re leading the charge. Genpact’s AI Gigafactory, our industry-first accelerator, is an example of how we’re scaling advanced technology solutions to help global enterprises work smarter, grow faster, and transform at scale. From large-scale models to agentic AI, our breakthrough solutions tackle companies’ most complex challenges.  

If you thrive in a fast-moving, tech-driven environment, love solving real-world problems, and want to be part of a team that’s shaping the future, this is your moment.  

Genpact (NYSE: G) is an advanced technology services and solutions company that delivers lasting value for leading enterprises globally. Through our deep business knowledge, operational excellence, and cutting-edge solutions – we help companies across industries get ahead and stay ahead. Powered by curiosity, courage, and innovation, our teams implement data, technology, and AI to create tomorrow, today. Get to know us at genpact.com and on LinkedIn, X, YouTube, and Facebook.  

 Inviting applications for the role of Vice President - Principal, Advisory R&D Lead 

The Advisory R&D Lead is responsible for shaping, governing, and scaling Genpact’s Advisory R&D Team. This role integrates industry insight, domain knowledge, and technology innovation to design differentiated offerings across Finance, Risk, and Supply Chain pods (as aligned with the R&D pod structure and offering ownership model). 
You will drive the strategic R&D agenda, prioritize investments, lead cross-functional teams, and ensure all offerings are future-ready, commercially viable, and GTM-enabled‑ownership model). 

Responsibilities 

1. Offering Strategy, Development & Lifecycle Management 

• Define the end-to-end R&D strategy, including vision, policies, governance model, team structure, and execution roadmap. 

• Lead creation and enhancement of Advisory offerings, ensuring alignment with business goals and industry relevance. 

• Evaluate what offerings to incubate, scale, pivot, or sunset, backed by market intel and performance outcomes. 

• Ensure offerings integrate seamlessly into the broader Genpact solutions ecosystem and meet GTM readiness standards. 

2. Market, Technology & Competitive Intelligence 

• Conduct deep research on industry shifts, regulatory changes, competitor actions, and emerging technologies (AI, IoT, blockchain, agentic systems, etc.) — echoing R&D objectives outlined in internal R&D frameworks.  

• Translate insights into actionable roadmaps, ensuring offerings anticipate client needs and market disruptions. 

3. Technology Evaluation & POC Leadership 

• Lead the assessment of new technologies for feasibility, scalability, and business impact. 

• Oversee POCs and pilots, validating ideas and accelerating realization of insights — a key R&D execution priority noted across internal R&D plans 

• Own technology integration decisions in partnership with DTAI, product teams, and platform groups. 

4. Portfolio Prioritization & Investment Management 

• Prioritize R&D initiatives across Finance, Risk, and Supply Chain pods, balancing budget vs. net-new growth requirements (supported by R&D budget allocation models).  

• Ensure investments drive measurable business outcomes and maximize ROI. 

• Track performance, value realization, and long‑term scalability of offerings. 

5. Cross-Functional Leadership & Governance 

• Lead and mentor the R&D team—Offering Leads, Analysts, and external consultants—ensuring high performance and capability building. 

• Partner with Advisory LT, , Finance, Growth Ops, and Industry teams to drive alignment and execution. 

• Set targets for the team, monitor progress, and ensure delivery excellence. 

6. GTM Integration & Enablement 

• Work with GTM teams to ensure offerings are client-ready, priced appropriately, and supported by strong PoVs, case studies, and value articulation. 

• Enable seamless field adoption with playbooks, training, and cross-functional communication. 

Qualifications we seek in you! 

Minimum Qualifications 

• Proven consulting background with experience in solution design, client advisory, or innovation leadership.  

• Strong fluency at the intersection of industry trends, domain expertise, and technology innovation.  

• Demonstrated ability to lead multi-pod or multi-domain R&D portfolios.  

• Prior experience managing POCs, pilots, frameworks, and offering incubation.  

• Strong program governance, prioritization, and budget management skills.  

• Excellent stakeholder management and communication capabilities. 

Preferred Qualifications/ Skills 

• Experience of working in a global organization. 

• Experience in Advisory R&D strategy or as a advisory consultant  

• Strong experience in innovation, consulting, product development, or technology strategy.  

• Demonstrated ability to drive research-led solution design.  

• Deep understanding of emerging technologies and industry trends.  

• Excellent stakeholder management and strategic thinking capabilities.  

Why join Genpact?  

• Be a transformation leader – Work at the cutting edge of AI, automation, and digital innovation  

• Make an impact – Drive change for global enterprises and solve business challenges that matter  

• Accelerate your career – Get hands-on experience, mentorship, and continuous learning opportunities  

• Work with the best – Join 140,000+ bold thinkers and problem-solvers who push boundaries every day  

• Thrive in a values-driven culture – Our courage, curiosity, and incisiveness - built on a foundation of integrity and inclusion - allow your ideas to fuel progress  

Come join the tech shapers and growth makers at Genpact and take your career in the only direction that matters: Up.  

Let’s build tomorrow together.  

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