Job Description

About the Role: Executive Asssistant:

We are seeking a highly efficient, sharp-minded Executive Assistant to support the founder in launching & scaling a new venture. This is not a traditional PA role. You won't scheduling calendars or managing calls. Instead, your core responsibilities will focus on:

1. Administrative operations

2. Deep-dive market & competitor research

3. On-demand problem solving

4. Fast, structured execution

This role is ideal for someone who thrives under pressure, moves fast, & thinks two steps ahead.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Administrative Backbone

2. Manage internal documentation, reporting & task tracking.

3. Create & maintain structured digital filling systems

4. Draft SOPs, briefs & internal notes as needed

5. Handle onboarding, logistics for vendors, freelancers & new team members

Research & Intelligence:

1. Conduct fast-turnaround research on markets, trends, companies, tools & technologies

2. Summarize findings in actionable formats (briefs, tables, reports)

3. Identify emerging patterns, threads or opportunities in chosen sectors

4. Benchmark global & local players for competitive insights

Project & Assistance:

1. Support founder in breaking down new projects into executable steps

2. Follow up with third parties for information, quotes or resource

3. Anticipate potential roadblocks & offer smart solutions

Culture of Speed & Precision:

1. Work at startup speed-deadlines matter

2. Maintain confidentiality & precision in all tasks

3. Think like a founder: prioritize what matters, eliminate noise.

Who You Are:

1. Sharp: You understand what's being asked, even when it's not said directly

2. Proactive: You move without needing to be micromanaged

3. Organised: Systems are your second nature

4. Fast Learner: You can go from zero to functional in a new topic quickly

5. Problem Solver: You don't wait for answers - you find or create them

6. Culturally Agile: You are comfortable in a high-accountability, where results, speed & resourcefulness are valued

Requirements:

1. 1-3 years of experience in executive support, business operations or admin/research roles

2. Strong written communication skills (English mandatory; regional language a bonus)

3. Proficiency in MS Office/Google Suite & quick adoption of new tools (e.g. Notion Excel, Al tools)

4. Background in business, economics, or similar fields preferred

5. Prior exposure to startups or founder-led environments is a strong plus

What You'll Get

1. High ownership in a zero-bureaucracy environment

2. Exposure to real-time business building

3. Opportunity to grow into Chief of Staff, Ops Manager, or Research Lead based on performance

4. A chance to be part of something from Day 1

Apply if You:

1. Can hustle intelligently

2. Hate waiting for instructions

3. Believe in doing things right the first time

4. Are mentally & emotionally tough

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹30,000.00 - ₹40,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person