EMA Partners India Ltd. – Company Report
1. Company Overview
EMA Partners India Ltd., established in 2003 and headquartered in Mumbai, is a leading Indian executive search and leadership advisory firm with a strong reputation for top-level talent acquisition. Specialized in serving Indian and multinational corporations, the company operates from multiple offices across major cities including Mumbai, Delhi NCR, Bengaluru, and Chennai. Over its two-decade journey, EMA Partners has built a distinguished client roster, handling C-suite, board, and senior executive searches, and supporting complex cross-border hiring initiatives.
The company is led by K. Sudarshan, an industry veteran and member of EMA Partners’ global executive board. EMA Partners India is part of EMA Partners International, one of the largest global executive search networks, providing the advantage of global reach, local expertise, and robust knowledge of dynamic industry sectors.
- Incorporated: 2003
- Headquarters: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
- Leadership: K. Sudarshan (Managing Partner for India, Singapore, and UAE operations)
- Presence: Offices in Mumbai, Delhi NCR, Bengaluru, Chennai
- Market Capitalization (July 2025): ~₹229 crore
- Stock Exchange: NSE
- Certification: ISO 9001:2015 (global group)
- Sector Focus: Cross-industry – automotive, BFSI, healthcare, consumer, tech, manufacturing, energy, digital, etc.
2. Products and Services
EMA Partners India Ltd. delivers a suite of talent solutions for organizations seeking to recruit, assess, and develop senior leadership:
Executive Search Solutions
- Board, CEO, C-Suite, and Director-level appointments
- Strategic talent sourcing for Indian and global corporates
- Cross-border hiring, building leadership teams for multinational expansion
Leadership Assessment & Advisory
- Talent assessment for C-suite and senior executives
- Leadership consulting and succession planning
- Board and CEO practice: director search, governance, and board effectiveness
Specialized Practice Groups
- EMA Partners: Focused on C-suite/board executive searches
- James Douglas: Agile recruitment for mid-to-senior positions
- Reccloud: Entry and middle management level hiring
Additional Offerings
- Management consulting for organizational development
- Staffing solutions and interim management support
- Advisory for not-for-profit and cross-sector appointments
Clients include global corporations, large Indian enterprises, and NGOs, with a special emphasis on repeat business and strategic partnerships. EMA Partners’ technology, methodologies, and experienced consultants provide clients with tailored hiring and leadership development strategies.
3. Recent News & Financial Performance
Business Developments
- EMA Partners India was converted from a private limited to a public limited company in August 2024, underlining its growth ambitions and capital market aspirations.
- The firm reported continued expansion of its specialized practice groups and appointments, winning new mandates in emerging and traditional sectors.
- Cross-border business and repeat clients remain key strengths, with over 76% of FY2024 revenue from repeat customers.
- The company maintains a debt-light structure, having considerably reduced its borrowings in recent years.
4. Financial Performance (FY2025)
| Metric | FY2025 Value |
|---|---|
| Total Revenue | ₹79 crore |
| Net Profit | ₹12.4 crore |
| Net Profit Margin | 15% |
| EPS | ₹5.42 |
| Operating Profit Margin | 18% |
| Dividend Declared | None |