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The Associate Director will lead Gridlines’ entry into a new region and be responsible for winning and delivering infrastructure advisory engagements. This role involves building strong client relationships and driving local business development activities.
Candidates should have Associate Director or Director-level experience in infrastructure advisory with a strong business development track record. An entrepreneurial mindset and frustration with big-firm bureaucracy are essential for success in this role.
Company: Gridlines Build a New Market From the Ground Up Gridlines is expanding globally — and we’re looking for exceptional advisory leaders to spearhead new country markets. This is a rare opportunity to launch and grow a country presence from scratch, backed by one of the fastest-growing global infrastructure advisory and financial modelling firms. We operate differently: No bureaucracy No politics One global platform Full delivery support from world-class hubs in India, Lat Am, and Africa If you’re a high-performing Associate Director or Director ready for autonomy, ownership, and the chance to shape a market, this role is for you. About the Role As the Country Director / Associate Director – Infrastructure Advisory, you will lead Gridlines’ entry into a new region and become the face of the firm locally. You will be responsible for: Winning and delivering infrastructure advisory engagements Building and managing strong client relationships Driving all local business development activity Representing Gridlines in the market Leading advisory projects with support from global delivery hubs This is a build-it, win-it, own-it role. Key Responsibilities Lead Gridlines’ go-to-market efforts from day one Build a strong opportunity pipeline and convert deals at pace Deliver senior-facing advisory across infrastructure, PPP, and project finance Coordinate with global delivery teams for modelling and technical execution Establish and grow Gridlines’ brand presence in the region Contribute to shaping regional and global expansion strategies as part of the leadership group What We're Looking For Associate Director / Director-level experience in infrastructure advisory Strong business development track record with established client relationships Background in infrastructure, PPP, and project finance advisory Proven ability to lead client engagements end-to-end Entrepreneurial mindset with commercial sharpness and ambition Someone frustrated with big-firm bureaucracy and ready to build something of their own If you can win work, deliver work, and build a market, this is the platform to scale on. Why Join Gridlines One global team with a unified delivery engine Zero bureaucracy, zero politics Competitive compensation Performance-driven bonus structure Equity eligibility after 2 years of proven success Full autonomy to build your market with strong global backing This is a career-defining leadership opportunity for someone who wants to lead a country .How to Apply Submit your CV along with a short note outlining: Your relevant experience Your BD track record Why you want to build a market Any early ideas on how you would start in this region A competitive base salary with flexible working arrangements, including a mixture of office-based, working from home, and working on client sites. Significant opportunities for professional growth and development as we expand. Access to cutting-edge financial modelling tools and resources. Collaborative and supportive team culture
This job posting was last updated on 11/28/2025