SimBal Studios is an award-winning multidisciplinary creative agency working across branding, marketing, digital growth, content production and design. Founded in 2020, we work with ambitious businesses across industries, helping them build stronger brands and drive meaningful growth.

We are looking for someone to join the Founder’s Office and work closely with the founder on business strategy, growth, operations and execution. This role offers direct exposure to business decision-making, client relationships and the everyday functioning of a growing creative business.

Key Responsibilities

1. Business Strategy & Research

- Work closely with the founder on strategic planning, business expansion and identifying new growth opportunities.
- Conduct market research, competitor analysis and identify potential business verticals.
- Research prospective clients, partnerships and opportunities that align with SimBal Studios' positioning.
- Assist in evaluating new ideas, business propositions and expansion initiatives.

1. Business Development & Client Relationships

- Build and maintain a structured database of prospective clients and business opportunities.
- Assist in preparing proposals, presentations and pitch strategies.
- Participate in important client meetings, business discussions and negotiations alongside the founder.
- Track business leads, follow-ups, conversions and ongoing opportunities.

1. Operations & Team Coordination

- Coordinate with internal department heads to ensure smooth execution of business priorities.
- Monitor ongoing projects, timelines, deliverables and internal accountability.
- Identify operational bottlenecks and work towards improving internal processes.
- Ensure key decisions and action points discussed in meetings are followed through.

1.



Founder’s Strategic Assistance

- Assist the founder in managing business priorities, meetings and important commitments.
- Prepare research documents, reports, presentations and meeting briefs.
- Track important business objectives and ensure timely execution.
- Take ownership of projects and assignments directly delegated by the founder.

1. Business Performance & Reporting

- Track business performance, revenue opportunities, client acquisition and retention.
- Coordinate with the accounts and operations teams for relevant reporting.
- Maintain structured reports on business progress, ongoing initiatives and key performance indicators.

Who We're Looking For
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong analytical, research and problem-solving abilities.
- A proactive individual with an ownership-driven mindset.
- Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and work independently.
- Strong organisational and coordination skills.
- Someone who understands business beyond just their designated role.
- Comfortable working directly with the founder and handling confidential business information.
- Prior experience in business development, management, consulting or operations would be an advantage.

What This Role Offers
- Direct exposure to business strategy and decision-making.
- Opportunity to work closely with the founder across multiple business functions.
- Involvement in client acquisitions, negotiations and expansion initiatives.
- A dynamic role with significant learning and growth opportunities.
- An chance to take ownership and make a tangible contribution to the business.

Location: BrahmaCorp Business Park, Pune

Company: SimBal Studios

Pay: ₹20,000.00 - ₹35,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person

📌 Strategy & Operations Associate (Pune)
🏢 Simbal Studios
📍 Pune