Position: - Business and strategy Associates

Location: Noida

Experience: 2-4 years

Department: Academic Innovation

About the Role

We are looking for a proactive, business-oriented professional to work closely with the European initiatives at The Design Village, and support a range of business, communication, coordination, and operational requirements.

The role requires someone who can understand business priorities, communicate effectively with different stakeholders, drive follow-ups, research academic initiatives and ensure that tasks and initiatives move forward to timely closure. The ideal candidate should be comfortable working in a dynamic environment, managing multiple priorities, and taking ownership of varied responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

- Work closely on academic innovation initiatives within the TDV EU team to drive day-to-day business and strategic requirements.
- Understand business priorities and coordinate with relevant teams to ensure effective execution.
- Draft and manage business communications, emails, briefs, notes, presentations, and reports.
- Coordinate with internal teams, external stakeholders, and leadership on various requirements.
- Track action points, timelines, deliverables, and ensure consistent follow-ups and closure.
- Prepare meeting agendas, MOMs, trackers, business updates, and other relevant documentation.
- Support the stakeholders with research, information gathering, analysis, and preparation of business briefs.
- Assist in managing and executing special projects and cross-functional initiatives.




- Act as a communication and coordination bridge between TDV EU and different teams.
- Support business meetings, discussions, events, and other requirements as needed.
- Identify pending actions or potential gaps proactively and follow through until resolution.
- Maintain a high level of confidentiality, professionalism, and discretion while handling sensitive information.
- Take ownership of additional business or operational responsibilities as required by TDV EU.

Key Skills & Competencies

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong business writing, drafting, and presentation skills.
- Strong balance between research and analytical
- Excellent coordination, stakeholder management, and follow-up abilities.
- Strong organisational and time-management skills.
- Ability to understand priorities and work with a sense of urgency and ownership.
- Proactive approach with strong problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and work effectively under pressure.
- Solid attention to detail and execution-oriented mindset.
- Ability to work comfortably with senior leadership and cross-functional teams.
- High level of discretion and confidentiality.

Preferred Profile

- Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Business, Management, Communications, or a related field.
- 2-4 years of relevant experience in Business Operations, Strategy, Executive Office, Consulting, or a similar role.
- Candidates with strong exposure to business communication, cross-functional coordination, stakeholder management, and execution will be preferred.

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