Role: Program Manager: Brand Location: Bangalore (On campus) Experience: 2 to 3 years About Mesa Mesa School of Business is India’s first startup-first business school. Our students don’t just learn from case studies, they launch ventures, work with founders, and build in real time. About the team The brand team sits at the heart of this story. Every reel, YouTube IP, and event we create is about showcasing student journeys, startup energy, and the bold ambition that makes Mesa, Mesa. What You’ll Do • Drive Mesa’s presence across Instagram, LinkedIn, and YouTube • Spotlight student stories that define who we are • Build campaigns and events that cut through the noise • Keep the brand team running sharp and fast • Experiment, ship, learn, repeat What We’re Looking For • 2 to 3 years of experience in brand, content, or marketing • Curiosity about startups and obsession with stories and strategies • Strong project management skills with the ability to move fast and own outcomes • A creative mind with a bias for action. You don’t just ideate, you ship • Comfort with high accountability. Every experiment you run will be visible Why Join Us • Work directly with Mesa’s co-founder • High visibility role where your work directly shapes how India sees Mesa • A culture built on experimentation, speed, and ownership • The chance to grow with a small, ambitious team building one of India’s most exciting education brands
Role: Senior Associate/ Program Manager, Careers & Startup Ecosystem Builder Location: Bangalore Mesa is a new-age business school designed for the startup world. Backed by Elevation Capital and leading founders , we prepare the next generation of startup-ready talent. We’re looking for a Sr Associate / Program Manager – Careers & Startup Ecosystem Builder who will play a pivotal role in connecting Mesa talent with the most exciting startups and operators in the country. This is a high-visibility role at the intersection of startups, talent, and ecosystem-building. If you’re passionate about working with founders and operators, curating powerful communities, and shaping the careers of top-tier students, this is for you. What You’ll Do 1. Build the Startup Network Develop and grow a strong network of founders, operators, and HR leaders across the startup ecosystem. Leverage these relationships to unlock high-quality career opportunities for Mesa students. Drive strategic outreach to bring in both new partnerships and repeat hiring from existing ones. 2. Lead Ecosystem Events & Communities Curate and host exclusive events—startup panels, leadership workshops, networking sessions—that position Mesa as the go-to hub for startup talent. Build and nurture professional communities of 100+ operators, founders, and TA leaders who engage regularly with Mesa. Create experiences that not only support hiring but also strengthen Mesa’s brand as the school for startup-ready talent. 3. Manage Employer Partnerships Serve as the relationship anchor for Mesa’s corporate partners, ensuring a premium experience throughout hiring cycles. Maintain exceptional satisfaction ratings (4.5/5+) across the recruitment journey, from interviews to student performance. Keep engagement strong even during non-hiring seasons through consulting projects, guest lectures, and thought-leadership touchpoints. 4. Drive Outcomes with Precision Track placement metrics, analyze performance data, and ensure we deliver exceptional outcomes (placement rates, avg salary growth, interview conversions). Continuously improve processes so that Mesa is known for speed, quality, and professionalism in hiring partnerships. What We’re Looking For Startup Ecosystem Credibility: Experience in talent acquisition, employer partnerships, B2B sales to founders/operators, or deep networks in the startup ecosystem. Relationship Builder: Strong ability to engage senior stakeholders (founders, HR heads, CXOs) and create win-win partnerships. Ecosystem Evangelist: Energy and presence to host events, panels, and networking sessions that excite and inspire. Excellent Communicator: Sharp written and verbal communication skills; comfortable representing Mesa externally. Outcome-Oriented: Track record of managing partnerships, communities, or programs with measurable success. Why Join Us Work directly with India’s most exciting founders, operators, and investors. Your work directly shapes student careers and Mesa’s brand in the ecosystem. Be part of a bold, fast-scaling institution that is reimagining business education for startups. This is a front-facing, high-ownership role with significant leadership opportunities as Mesa scales. 👉 “This isn’t just a partnerships role. It’s your opportunity to shape the next generation of startup leaders and position Mesa at the heart of India’s innovation ecosystem .” Application link: https://forms.gle/HPg2MHjosMzqFDQS6
HR Generalist – Mesa School of Business About Mesa Mesa School of Business is a new-age business school reimagining management education for the next generation of leaders. With a strong focus on experiential learning, mentorship, and industry immersion, Mesa brings together students, entrepreneurs, and leaders in a vibrant, in-person campus community. Role: HR Generalist Location: On-campus, Bengaluru Experience: 3–5 years Role Overview We are looking for a proactive and versatile HR Generalist to join our growing team at Mesa. This role will be at the heart of building people practices, supporting employee engagement, and ensuring smooth day-to-day HR operations. You will work closely with the leadership and team members to create an environment that enables performance, learning, and growth. Key Responsibilities 1. HR Operations & Compliance Own employee lifecycle processes – onboarding, induction, documentation, and exit formalities. Ensure statutory compliance (PF, ESI, labor laws) and maintain HR records. Manage HR systems, databases, and employee files. 2. Recruitment & Talent Management Partner with hiring managers to run end-to-end recruitment – from job postings to selection. Maintain talent pipelines and ensure a strong candidate experience. 3. Performance & Development Support implementation of Mesa’s performance management framework. Coordinate feedback cycles, performance check-ins, and goal-setting. Facilitate learning and development initiatives. 4. Culture & Engagement Drive employee engagement activities, culture-building initiatives, and communication forums. Be the point of contact for employee queries, ensuring a transparent and supportive workplace. 5. HR Projects & Strategy Assist in designing HR policies and processes tailored to Mesa’s needs. Bring in fresh HR practices that align with Mesa’s ethos of innovation and learning. What We’re Looking For 3–5 years of HR experience in generalist or HRBP roles (startup or education sector experience is a plus). Strong grounding in HR operations, compliance, and employee lifecycle management. Ability to balance strategic initiatives with hands-on execution. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. High ownership mindset, adaptability, and enthusiasm for building something new. Why Join Mesa? Be part of a young, fast-scaling institution that is redefining management education. Work in a culture that values innovation, curiosity, and collaboration. Opportunity to shape people practices from the ground up and grow with the organization. Application link: https://forms.gle/6mWVw1SnUnXfC9j98 Please note: Only applications through the application form will be considered. Due to the heavy volume of applications and limitted internal bandwidth, we will only be able to reach out to candidates with relevant profiles.
Own the student experience for the next generation of entrepreneurs! We are looking for a highly proactive Property Manager - Program Operations to join our Program Operations Team at Mesa School of Business . Property Manager - Program Operations Full-Time, Onsite in Bengaluru What you will do: End-to-End Property Management: Fully own student accommodations (maintenance, utilities, security, etc.). Critical Transport Lead: Oversee all student shuttle operations, ensuring safety and efficiency. Key Vendor Manager: Negotiate with and manage all external service vendors and contracts. Student Experience Driver: Rapidly resolve all accommodation and transport escalations. If you have 1-4 years of experience and thrive on operational excellence and hustle, we want you! Job Type: Full-time Pay: ₹400,000.00 - ₹700,000.00 per year Experience: Property management: 1 year (Preferred) Language: Kannada (Preferred) Work Location: In person
End-to-End Property Management: Fully own student accommodations Critical Transport Lead: Oversee all student shuttle operations Key Vendor Manager: Negotiate with and manage all vendors Student Experience Driver: Rapidly resolve all escalations