Chief Executive Officer (Successor)

About GSM Kazakhstan

GSM Kazakhstan is a member of Green and Smart Mobility (GSM Global), a pioneering technology-driven transportation company committed to promoting sustainable mobility solutions. As part of a rapidly growing international ecosystem, GSM Kazakhstan delivers customer-centric transportation services while leveraging innovative technologies to enhance service quality and operational excellence.

About the Role

The Chief Executive Officer of GSM Kazakhstan is the overall leader of the Kazakhstan business, accountable for the market's strategic direction, commercial performance, operational execution, organizational development and financial results. The role requires a strong business owner mindset combined with disciplined corporate governance. The CEO is expected to operate with a high degree of autonomy in local business execution while maintaining strict alignment and compliance with GSM Global Head Office (HO) strategy, policies, governance frameworks, financial controls, operating standards and management directions.

Key Responsibilities

1. Overall Business Leadership & P&L Ownership

• Take full accountability for the overall performance and P&L of GSM Kazakhstan.
• Develop and execute the Kazakhstan business strategy in alignment with GSM Global's overall strategic direction.
• Translate Group priorities into clear local business plans, targets, budgets and execution priorities.
• Drive sustainable revenue growth, profitability, market position and operational efficiency.
• Make timely and effective decisions on business priorities, investments, resources and organizational requirements.
• Monitor overall business performance through key commercial, operational, financial, customer, driver and organizational indicators.
• Ensure the Kazakhstan business is built on a scalable operating model capable of supporting continued growth.

2. Strategy Execution & Business Growth

• Lead the overall market growth strategy and ensure successful execution of the Kazakhstan business plan.
• Identify and capture opportunities to expand the business, including new cities, services, partnerships and business models.
• Balance growth, profitability, operational capacity and risk when making strategic decisions.
• Ensure strong coordination across all business functions to achieve common market objectives.
• Continuously evaluate market trends, competitive dynamics, customer needs and regulatory developments to strengthen GSM's market position.

3. Organizational & Leadership Management

• Build, lead and develop a high-performing Kazakhstan leadership team.
• Establish clear accountability, decision rights and performance expectations across the organization.
• Ensure the organization has the right structure, capabilities and leadership capacity to support business growth.
• Drive a strong performance culture based on ownership, accountability, collaboration and execution.
• Develop succession plans and leadership pipelines for critical positions.
• Ensure organizational decisions remain aligned with Group workforce strategy and approved headcount/budget frameworks.

4. Corporate Governance, Compliance & HO Alignment

• Ensure full compliance with GSM Global HO policies, governance principles, internal controls, approval authorities and operating standards.
• Ensure all major business decisions, investments, organizational changes and commitments are managed within approved DOA, budget and governance frameworks.
• Maintain close and transparent coordination with Global HO functions, including Finance, HR, Legal, Operations, Technology, Commercial and other relevant functions.
• Ensure local practices and business initiatives are aligned with Group standards while taking into account Kazakhstan's market and regulatory requirements.
• Escalate material business risks, compliance issues, financial deviations and strategic matters to Global HO in a timely manner.
• Maintain strong management discipline around reporting, documentation, approvals, audit requirements and internal controls.
• Ensure the Kazakhstan organization is fully prepared for internal and external audits and promptly addresses identified gaps.
• Act as the primary local owner for ensuring that Group policies and strategic decisions are effectively implemented across the Kazakhstan organization.

5. External Representation & Stakeholder Management

• Represent GSM Kazakhstan with government authorities, regulators, strategic partners, investors and other key external stakeholders.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with relevant government and regulatory bodies.
• Protect and strengthen GSM's corporate reputation and market position.
• Ensure external commitments and partnerships are consistent with Group strategy, governance requirements and approved authority levels.
• Serve as the senior representative of GSM Kazakhstan in high-level external and institutional engagements.

6. Operational Excellence & Risk Management

• Ensure the overall business operates efficiently, safely and sustainably as it scales.
• Establish a strong performance-management rhythm across the organization.
• Drive continuous improvement in productivity, service quality, customer experience, driver experience, asset utilization and cost efficiency.
• Ensure major operational, financial, legal, regulatory, reputational and safety risks are appropriately identified and managed.
• Lead the organization through critical incidents, business disruptions and other high-impact situations when required.
• Ensure business continuity and operational resilience as the market scales.

7. Global Collaboration & Reporting

• Act as the primary senior interface between GSM Kazakhstan and GSM Global HO.
• Maintain regular communication with Group leadership and provide accurate, timely and transparent reporting on business performance, risks, opportunities and key decisions.
• Ensure local leadership understands and executes Group priorities consistently.
• Participate in Group-level strategic planning, performance reviews and business discussions.
• Proactively seek alignment with HO on matters that have material financial, organizational, strategic, legal or reputational impact.
• Ensure there is no material deviation from approved Group strategy, governance or operating standards without appropriate escalation and approval.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Finance, Management or a related discipline; Master's/MBA is an advantage.
• 10–15+ years of progressive leadership experience, including significant experience as CEO, Country Manager, Country General Manager, Business Unit Head or equivalent. The role should demonstrate responsibility for a substantial business operation and P&L, rather than solely managing a legal entity or subsidiary.
• Proven experience with full P&L ownership and end-to-end business responsibility.
• Experience leading large, multi-functional organizations in fast-growing or operationally intensive businesses.
• Strong track record of building, scaling or transforming businesses.
• Experience in mobility, ride-hailing, transportation, logistics, e-commerce, technology platforms, automotive or other high-volume businesses is strongly preferred.
• Experience in Kazakhstan, Central Asia or the broader CIS region is highly advantageous.
• Proven experience working within a matrix/global organization and operating under strong corporate governance frameworks.
• Experience working with senior Group/HO stakeholders, Boards, regulators and government authorities is a strong advantage.

Language Requirements

• English: Fluent – required.
• Russian: Fluent – strongly preferred.
• Kazakh: Strongly preferred.

Note:

+Due to the high volume of applications received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the next stage of the recruitment process.

+ We sincerely appreciate your interest in GSM Kazakhstan and thank all applicants for your time and consideration. We encourage you to apply for future opportunities that match your qualifications and career aspirations.

+ All applications and personal information submitted will be treated with strict confidentiality and handled in accordance with applicable data privacy regulations.

+ This JD is provided as a reference and may be subject to adjustment based on business needs, organizational requirements, and further discussions during the recruitment and interview process.