Owner

Norsk Bolig- og byplanforening

Pakistan

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Packages Group, a highly respected and diversified business conglomerate in Pakistan since 1956, is seeking a dedicated Owner to lead its multifaceted operations. Originating as Pakistan’s first integrated packaging company in partnership with Sweden’s Åkerlund & Rausing, the Group has expanded into packaging, consumer products, paper and board, real estate, pharmaceuticals, and financial services. With a presence in Pakistan and international markets including Sri Lanka, Canada, and the UAE, the Group manages renowned entities such as Packages Convertors, Bulleh Shah Packaging, Tri-Pack Films Limited, IGI Holdings, Hoechst Pakistan Limited, and Packages Mall. The Group also owns leading consumer brands in tissue, hygiene, personal care, paper, and hair care, serving millions of households nationwide. Guided by strong ethical standards, continuous investment in technology and people, and its philanthropic arm, the Packages Foundation, the Group is committed to sustainable growth and long-term value creation.

Key Responsibilities
The Owner will provide strategic leadership across the Group’s diverse businesses, setting long-term vision and priorities aligned with organizational values, sustainability goals, and growth objectives. This full-time, on-site role based in Lahore involves overseeing executive leadership teams, reviewing performance metrics and financial results, and evaluating major investments and new business opportunities. The Owner will guide portfolio strategy across packaging, consumer brands, and allied sectors, ensuring cohesive growth and operational excellence. Additionally, the role requires representing the Group in key stakeholder engagements, including board meetings, regulatory interactions, client and partner relationships, and community initiatives through the Packages Foundation. Active oversight of risk management, corporate governance, succession planning, and leadership development is essential to maintain a robust organizational structure and culture.

Required Qualifications
Candidates must have extensive experience in senior leadership or ownership roles within large, diversified business groups, ideally with exposure to manufacturing, consumer products, or financial services sectors. A strong background in corporate strategy, portfolio management, and long-term value creation is critical, supported by a proven track record of driving growth and transformation. Advanced financial expertise is required, including budgeting, capital allocation, risk management, and the ability to interpret complex financial and operational data. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership and mentoring skills, capable of building effective governance frameworks and fostering an inclusive, high-performance culture. Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management abilities are necessary, with experience in representing organizations to boards, investors, regulators, and strategic partners. A commitment to ethical business practices, sustainability, and social responsibility is essential, along with familiarity with ESG frameworks and community development initiatives. Academic qualifications should include a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or a related field, with an MBA or equivalent executive education considered highly advantageous.

Preferred Qualifications and Benefits
While not explicitly detailed, candidates with executive education and international business exposure will be preferred. The role offers the opportunity to lead a prestigious and diversified conglomerate with a strong legacy of innovation and social impact, contributing to sustainable growth and community development.

This position demands a visionary leader who can balance strategic oversight with hands-on governance to drive Packages Group’s continued success and uphold its reputation as a pioneer in Pakistan’s business landscape.