Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced and dynamic Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead the overall business operations, strategic direction, and growth of a leading telecommunications company in Nepal. The CEO will be responsible for driving business performance, ensuring financial sustainability, strengthening market positioning, and delivering long-term shareholder value. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in the telecommunications industry, strong business leadership capabilities, and a proven track record of managing large-scale operations, financial performance, and organizational transformation.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and execute the company's overall business strategy, vision, and long-term growth objectives.
• Take overall responsibility for business performance, revenue growth, profitability, and P&L management.
• Lead all major business functions, including commercial operations, network operations, technology, finance, sales, marketing, and customer service.
• Identify new business opportunities, drive market expansion, and strengthen the company's competitive position.
• Oversee financial planning, budgeting, CAPEX, OPEX, resource allocation, and cost optimisation.
• Drive network expansion, technology modernisation, digital transformation, and operational excellence.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with government authorities, regulatory bodies, investors, business partners, and other key stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with applicable telecom regulations, licensing requirements, corporate governance, and statutory obligations.
• Enhance customer experience, service quality, customer retention, and overall brand reputation.
• Lead and mentor the senior leadership team, ensuring organisational effectiveness and a high-performance culture.
• Identify and manage business risks while ensuring sustainable growth and operational continuity.
• Present business performance, strategic initiatives, and growth plans to the Board of Directors.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related field.
• MBA or equivalent postgraduate qualification preferred.
• 18–20+ years of overall professional experience, preferably within the telecommunications industry.
• Significant experience in a senior leadership position such as CEO, Managing Director, COO, Country Head, or equivalent.
• Proven experience managing large-scale business operations with end-to-end P&L responsibility.
• Strong understanding of the telecommunications industry, market dynamics, regulatory environment, and emerging technologies.
• Demonstrated track record of driving business growth, profitability, operational efficiency, and strategic transformation.
• Experience managing senior leadership teams and engaging with Board members, government authorities, and external stakeholders.

Required Skills & Competencies

• Strategic Leadership and Business Management
• Telecom Industry Knowledge
• Financial and P&L Management
• Business Development and Commercial Strategy
• Operational Excellence
• Regulatory and Government Relations
• Stakeholder Management
• Digital Transformation and Technology Strategy
• Corporate Governance and Risk Management
• Leadership, Communication, and Decision-Making