Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Location: Canton of Zug, Switzerland Industry: International Trading & Business Advisory Employment type: Permanent, full-time Start date: From March 2026 (or to be agreed) Role For a newly established Swiss trading and business advisory company with core operations linked to India, we are seeking an experienced Chief Executive Officer (CEO). The CEO will assume full executive and operational responsibility for the company, including strategy, trading activities, risk management, and regulatory compliance in an international, start-up environment. Key Responsibilities •Overall management of the company with full P&L responsibility •Definition and execution of international trading strategy (India-focused) •Leadership of supplier and partner negotiations in India •Oversight of contracts, logistics, regulatory compliance, and risk management •Representation of the company toward clients, partners, and authorities Mandatory Requirements (Applications not meeting all criteria cannot be considered) •Proven experience as CEO or Managing Director of a trading company •Minimum 20 years of professional experience in international trading and/or commodity-related businesses •Long-term, hands-on professional experience in India, including direct supplier negotiations •Operational knowledge of: oIndia-related regulatory and customs frameworks oContract structuring and enforcement oForeign exchange and cross-border payment flows •Ability to operate fully autonomously in a start-up environment •Immediate operational readiness without onboarding period Education •Master’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Engineering, or related field •MBA or equivalent qualification is an advantage We Offer •Executive-level permanent position •Competitive compensation aligned with Swiss executive market standards •Opportunity to lead and build an internationally active company from inception Application Applications from Swiss and EU/EFTA candidates are welcomed. Applications will be reviewed in strict confidence.