Associate Founder's Office

Company Description The Sports School in Bengaluru, India, was founded to address the challenge of balancing sports and academics for young athletes. Located on a 27-acre green campus, the school offers a unique methodology that gives equal focus to sports training and academic learning. Its curriculum is designed with academics built around sports, supporting both aspiring enthusiasts and professional athletes. The Sports School emphasizes holistic development, preparing learners to become well-rounded professionals in the world of sports. Applicants join a mission-driven environment that enables students to pursue sporting careers without compromising educational qualifications.

Role Description The Associate – Founder's Office is a full-time, on-site role based in Bengaluru. This role involves working closely with the founder on strategic initiatives, including research, data analysis, and preparation of reports and presentations for internal and external stakeholders. The associate will help drive key projects across academics and sports programs, coordinate with cross-functional teams, and track progress toward institutional goals. Day-to-day responsibilities include managing the founder's agenda, supporting decision-making with timely insights, documenting meeting outcomes, and executing follow-ups with relevant teams. The role may also involve stakeholder engagement, assisting with partnerships, and contributing to communication materials that reflect the school's vision and values.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and research skills, with the ability to synthesize information and generate actionable insights.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including proficiency in creating reports, presentations, and professional correspondence.
• Project coordination and organizational skills, with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Capability to work collaboratively with academic, sports, and administrative teams, and build productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• High level of initiative, discretion, and professionalism when working closely with senior leadership.
• Proficiency in productivity and collaboration tools (e.g., spreadsheets, presentation software, document management platforms).
• Master's degree in business management..
• Interest in sports, education, or holistic development, and prior experience in a school, sports, or startup environment is beneficial.