Strategy and Operations Associate

Role Overview: As a Strategy and Business Development Associate, your role is crucial in supporting strategic initiatives and business growth plans. You will be responsible for identifying new business opportunities, supporting strategic planning, and driving projects that directly impact revenue and expansion. This position offers significant exposure to cross-functional teams, senior leadership, and fast-paced problem-solving environments. Key Responsibilities: - Assist in the formulation of business strategies, go-to-market plans, and competitive analysis. - Conduct market research and financial modeling to evaluate new products, services, and partnerships. - Monitor key business metrics, trends, and competitor movements to provide actionable insights. - Identify and qualify potential leads, partners, and clients in line with the company's growth strategy. - Prepare pitch decks, proposals, and collateral for external engagements. - Support the end-to-end business development lifecycle from outreach to onboarding to partnership management. - Collaborate with product, marketing, operations, and finance teams to implement growth initiatives. - Manage project timelines, track deliverables, and ensure smooth execution. - Maintain dashboards, KPIs, and performance reports for strategic initiatives. - Create high-quality presentations and reports for senior leadership and external stakeholders. - Participate in strategic review meetings and contribute ideas to shape the business direction. Qualification Required: - Hold an MBA from a Tier 2 institute with a specialization in Strategy, Marketing, or General Management. - Minimum of 3 years of experience in strategy, business development, consulting, or a startup environment. - Strong analytical and research skills, proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and basic BI tools. - Excellent written and verbal communication skills. - Self-motivated, execution-oriented mindset with a willingness to take ownership of responsibilities. Additional Details: You will benefit from direct mentorship from experienced professionals and founders, a front-row seat to strategic decision-making and business scaling, ownership of impactful projects early in your career, and exposure to a fast-paced, learning-rich environment with real growth potential. (Note: Omitted specific details such as health insurance benefits, work schedule, and location for brevity),