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Department: Office of the Founder
Location: Mumbai
Employment Type: Full-Time
Reports To: Founder & CEO
About SahiJob
SahiJob is a Career Intelligence Company helping students, professionals, educational institutions, employers and governments make better workforce and career decisions in the AI era.
We combine research, behavioural science, employer intelligence, AI, business strategy and future-of-work insights to build one of India’s leading Career Intelligence platforms.
About the Role
This is not an Executive Assistant role.
This is a strategic leadership role that combines behavioural psychology, executive support, business strategy and organizational effectiveness.
You will work directly with the Founder & CEO, acting as a trusted thinking partner responsible for improving decision-making, preparing strategic meetings, strengthening communication, and ensuring the founder operates at peak effectiveness.
You should be equally comfortable discussing behavioural psychology, business strategy, AI, organizational design, and leadership.
Purpose of the Role
Help the Founder think better, decide faster, communicate clearly and execute consistently.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Meeting Preparation
Prepare briefing notes before meetings.
Research companies, industries, stakeholders and opportunities.
Develop discussion frameworks.
Prepare strategic questions.
Attend meetings where required.
Document key decisions and action items.
Behavioural & Leadership Advisory
Observe behavioural patterns.
Provide objective feedback.
Identify blind spots.
Improve communication effectiveness.
Support negotiation preparation.
Coach the Founder before high-stakes meetings.
Help manage cognitive load during periods of rapid growth.
Executive Decision Support
Research strategic decisions.
Evaluate options.
Prepare decision matrices.
Conduct scenario planning.
Develop SWOT and risk analyses.
Challenge assumptions respectfully.
Provide evidence-based recommendations.
Founder Effectiveness
Manage priorities.
Protect the Founder’s calendar and focus.
Reduce decision fatigue.
Improve productivity systems.
Track strategic objectives.
Monitor follow-through on critical initiatives.
Organizational Coordination
Coordinate with leadership teams.
Follow up on key projects.
Track cross-functional execution.
Prepare executive dashboards.
Support quarterly planning.
Research & Intelligence
Conduct research on:
* Leadership
* Behavioural Science
* Psychology
* AI
* Future of Work
* Business Models
* Organizational Design
* Talent Strategy
* Productivity
* Decision Science
Translate research into actionable insights.
Communication Support
Draft:
* Executive presentations
* Speeches
* Keynotes
* Internal communications
* Strategic documents
* Partnership proposals
Review important emails and documents before they are sent.
Confidential Projects
Handle highly confidential strategic initiatives.
Maintain complete discretion regarding sensitive business matters.
Knowledge Required
Strong understanding of:
* Behavioural Psychology
* Organizational Psychology
* Leadership
* Executive Coaching
* Business Strategy
* Decision Science
* Communication
* Emotional Intelligence
* Systems Thinking
* Organizational Behaviour
* AI & Future of Work
* Productivity Systems
Skills Required
Behavioural Skills
Executive Coaching
Active Listening
Behavioural Observation
Conflict Resolution
Emotional Intelligence
Leadership Influence
Strategic Skills
Critical Thinking
Systems Thinking
Problem Solving
Scenario Planning
Business Acumen
Strategic Analysis
Decision Support
Communication Skills
Professional Writing
Presentation Development
Public Speaking Support
Meeting Facilitation
Executive Communication
Storytelling
Research Skills
Business Research
Industry Analysis
Competitive Intelligence
Behavioural Research
Market Research
Academic Research
Technology Skills
Microsoft Office
Google Workspace
Notion
ChatGPT
Claude
Gemini
Power BI (preferred)
AI Productivity Tools
Project Management Software
Core Abilities
The ideal candidate should be able to:
* Think strategically under pressure.
* Give honest feedback, even when it is uncomfortable.
* Maintain absolute confidentiality.
* Organize complex information into clear action plans.
* Anticipate challenges before they arise.
* Balance empathy with objectivity.
* Build trust with senior stakeholders.
* Learn quickly across multiple disciplines.
* Operate effectively in a fast-changing startup environment.
Daily Responsibilities
* Review Founder priorities.
* Prepare meeting briefs.
* Conduct strategic research.
* Attend leadership meetings.
* Track decisions and action items.
* Coordinate with department heads.
* Protect the Founder’s schedule.
* Debrief after key meetings.
Weekly Responsibilities
* Strategic planning sessions.
* Leadership reviews.
* Progress tracking.
* Research presentations.
* Organizational pulse checks.
* Founder reflection sessions.
Experience Required
Preferred:
2-3 years in one or more of:
* Organizational Psychology
* Executive Coaching
* Chief of Staff
* Strategy Consulting
* Leadership Development
* HR Business Partner
* Founder Office
* Management Consulting
* Behavioural Research
Educational Qualification
Master’s Degree preferred in:
* Psychology
* Organizational Behaviour
* Industrial & Organizational Psychology
* Behavioural Science
* MBA
* Management
* Neuroscience
* Human Development
Additional certifications in coaching, leadership assessment, or psychometric tools are an advantage.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
* Founder Time Efficiency
* Strategic Project Completion
* Meeting Effectiveness
* Leadership Team Alignment
* Decision Turnaround Time
* Follow-up Completion Rate
* Research Quality
* Communication Quality
* Execution Across Priorities
* Founder Productivity Metrics
Compensation
Fixed Salary: ₹12,00,000 – ₹15,00,000 per annum (depending on experience)
Performance Incentives:
* Annual Performance Bonus
* Strategic Initiative Bonus
* Long-Term Growth Incentives (where applicable)
Benefits
* Direct mentorship from the Founder & CEO.
* Exposure to business strategy, AI, research, and leadership.
* Opportunity to work across every function of the company.
* Learning budget for books, conferences, and certifications.
* High-growth leadership career path.
* Opportunity to shape the future direction of SahiJob.
Success Profile
This role is suited to someone who is intellectually curious, emotionally intelligent, highly organized, and comfortable working in ambiguity. They are not just an assistant—they are a trusted advisor who helps the Founder make better decisions, communicate with greater impact, and sustain high performance over the long term.
The ideal candidate combines the analytical rigor of a consultant, the empathy of a psychologist, the discipline of a Chief of Staff, and the execution focus needed to help a fast-growing organization scale.
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