Research Assistant – Market Development Team Universal Consulting India Pvt Ltd Mumbai, Maharashtra, India About Us Universal Consulting India is a boutique, management consulting firm. We specialize in strategy, operations, and organization consulting and implementation for multinational corporations and large Indian enterprises. Our firm culture is defined by four values – Reliable, Responsive, Rigorous and Resilient. Role We are seeking a highly motivated and intellectually curious ‘Research Assistant’ to join our Market Development team, which integrates with our business development efforts. This role is integral to our market and business development efforts, supporting our senior team members by researching, analysing, synthesizing insights and prepare compelling marketing materials (power point slides) that showcase our expertise. In this role, you will provide end-to-end support to the market development team, working closely with the senior team. Key Responsibilities Conduct in-depth research on industries, companies and macro/ micro trends relevant to our consulting practice. Analyse and interpret major company and industry developments, identifying key themes and implications for our clients Synthesize information from diverse sources including news, research reports, financial reports, and our own project materials to create clear and actionable insights Prepare high quality marketing collaterals, including: Industry and market landscape summaries Financial analysis and basic valuations Target company profiles and benchmarking Presentation that combines market trends with our past project experience. Summarize and present updates on priority clients and sectors Ensure deliverables adhere to formatting and documentation standards Manage multiple deadlines and work collaboratively with a team. Qualifications & Work Experience Bachelor's degree in economics, Finance, or Business Management Minimum 1 -2 years of work experience in research related to equity, market research, finance, market development, preparing client facing presentations and marketing materials Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English. Skills Strong research and analytical abilities, with attention to detail and accuracy Excellent writing, editing and presentation skills Organised, dependable, and proactive Ability to synthesize complex information and present it in a clear, structured manner Passionate for interdisciplinary learning.

Location - Mumbai About Us: Universal Consulting is a leading strategy and organisation consulting firm with 31 years of experience. We provide strategy consulting across a wide range of areas, including strategy development, operational improvement, and organizational optimization. Our expertise spans various industries, such as healthcare, technology, and manufacturing. We are committed to continuous learning and professional development for our employees, offering regular training sessions to enhance their skills and knowledge. Consultant Key Responsibilities: Conduct in-depth market research, competitive analysis, and financial modeling to identify opportunities and risks. Build strong relationships with clients, understand their business challenges, and develop tailored solutions. Lead and contribute to cross-functional teams, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget. Translate complex data into actionable insights, driving strategic decision-making. Qualifications: MBA/PGDM from a top-tier institution 2-4 years of experience in consulting or a related field Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Excellent communication and presentation skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) Passion for learning and a desire to stay updated on industry trends Show more Show less

Location - Mumbai About Us: Universal Consulting is a leading strategy and organisation consulting firm with 31 years of experience. We provide strategy consulting across a wide range of areas, including strategy development, operational improvement, and organizational optimization. Our expertise spans various industries, such as healthcare, technology, and manufacturing. We are committed to continuous learning and professional development for our employees, offering regular training sessions to enhance their skills and knowledge. Consultant Key Responsibilities: Conduct in-depth market research, competitive analysis, and financial modeling to identify opportunities and risks. Build strong relationships with clients, understand their business challenges, and develop tailored solutions. Lead and contribute to cross-functional teams, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget. Translate complex data into actionable insights, driving strategic decision-making. Qualifications: MBA/PGDM from a top-tier institution 2-4 years of experience in consulting or a related field Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Excellent communication and presentation skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) Passion for learning and a desire to stay updated on industry trends

Role Summary – Organisation Design Consultant As an Organisation Design Consultant at Universal Consulting, you will play a vital role, partnering with leadership teams to analyse, design, and implement effective organisational structures, processes, and roles. This will involve diagnosis of the current organisation structure, assessment of process gaps and its implication on organisation structure, designing future ready organisation structure in alignment with strategy, culture, and goals, defining and implementing key performance metrics and defining future competencies. We seek someone with organisation consulting experience from a professional services firm. Key Responsibilities 1. Diagnose current state Assess current organisational structure, roles, processes, and culture. Identify inefficiencies, overlaps, gaps, and misalignment using structured tools and methodologies. Gather and analyse data from org charts, performance metrics, interviews, and surveys. 2. Identify Gaps & Opportunities : Spot inefficiencies, unclear roles, overlapping responsibilities, or bottlenecks in workflow or decision-making. Evaluate how the current design supports or hinders the business strategy. 3. Design the Future State : Design new operating and organisation models aligned to business strategy. Translate business strategy into appropriate structural and organisational responses. Ensure the design supports agility, customer-centricity and growth. Recommend structural changes (e.g. layers, functional alignment, reporting relationships). Define and refine roles, responsibilities, governance, and decision rights (RACI, RAPID). Develop job charters and decision matrices that clarify accountability. 4. Change Management & Implementation Assist in implementing new designs through detailed transition plans. Support communication, change management, capability-building, and team re-alignment. Monitor adoption and performance indicators to ensure sustainable change. Who We're Looking For Must-Have Skills & Experience 1–3 years of organisation design consulting experience in a professional services firm. Strong problem-solving and structured thinking skills. Excellent communication (written and verbal) and client engagement skills. Ability to manage project workstreams and work independently. Strong project management skills for timely delivery. Change management certification or training is a plus Willingness to travel to client locations. Confident presentation skills, in-person and virtually. Project/program management experience. Understanding of business strategy, operating models, and capability mapping. Educational Qualifications MBA /PGDM Graduate degree in Business, Economics, Engineering, or similar disciplines from a reputed institution.

As an Organisation Design Consultant at Universal Consulting, you will be instrumental in collaborating with leadership teams to assess, design, and implement effective organizational structures, processes, and roles. Your role will involve conducting a thorough diagnosis of the current organizational structure, identifying process gaps and their impact on the organization, creating a future-ready organizational structure in alignment with strategy, culture, and objectives, establishing and executing key performance metrics, and defining future competencies. We are seeking an individual with organization consulting experience from a professional services firm. Key Responsibilities: Diagnose Current State: - Evaluate the existing organizational structure, roles, processes, and culture. - Utilize structured tools and methodologies to identify inefficiencies, overlaps, gaps, and misalignments. - Collect and analyze data from organizational charts, performance metrics, interviews, and surveys. Identify Gaps & Opportunities: - Identify inefficiencies, unclear roles, overlapping responsibilities, and bottlenecks in workflow or decision-making. - Assess how the current design supports or impedes the business strategy. Design the Future State: - Develop new operating and organization models in accordance with business strategy. - Translate business strategy into suitable structural and organizational adjustments. - Ensure that the design promotes agility, customer-centricity, and growth. - Propose structural modifications such as layers, functional alignment, and reporting relationships. - Define and refine roles, responsibilities, governance, and decision rights (RACI, RAPID). - Create job charters and decision matrices to clarify accountability. Change Management & Implementation: - Support the implementation of new designs through comprehensive transition plans. - Assist in communication, change management, capability-building, and team realignment. - Monitor adoption and performance indicators to ensure sustainable change. Requirements: Must-Have Skills & Experience: - Minimum of 13 years of organization design consulting experience in a professional services firm. - Strong problem-solving and structured thinking abilities. - Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal) and client engagement expertise. - Capability to manage project workstreams and work autonomously. - Proficient project management skills for on-time delivery. - Change management certification or training is a plus. - Willingness to travel to client locations. - Confident presentation skills, both in-person and virtually. - Experience in project/program management. - Understanding of business strategy, operating models, and capability mapping. Educational Qualifications: - MBA/PGDM. - Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Engineering, or related fields from a reputable institution.,

Universal Consulting, a prominent strategy and organization consulting firm with a 31-year legacy, is seeking a Consultant to join their team in Mumbai. With a focus on strategy development, operational enhancement, and organizational optimization, we cater to a diverse range of industries including healthcare, technology, and manufacturing. At Universal Consulting, we prioritize the continuous growth and development of our employees, offering regular training sessions to sharpen their skills and knowledge. As a Consultant at Universal Consulting, you will be responsible for conducting thorough market research, competitive analysis, and financial modeling to identify potential opportunities and risks. Building lasting relationships with clients, understanding their business challenges, and crafting customized solutions will be key aspects of your role. You will also lead and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely and budget-conscious project delivery. Your ability to translate intricate data into actionable insights will be instrumental in driving strategic decision-making for our clients. To qualify for this role, you should hold an MBA/PGDM from a reputable institution and possess 2-4 years of experience in consulting or a related field. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are essential, along with excellent communication and presentation abilities. Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and Word, is required. A genuine passion for learning and a keen interest in staying abreast of industry trends will further support your success in this role. If you are a motivated professional with a strategic mindset and a drive for excellence, we invite you to consider a career as a Consultant at Universal Consulting. Join us in our commitment to delivering impactful solutions and driving success for our clients across various industries.,