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Founder's Office Associate at agnikul — Chennai City Corporation

Experience0–1 yrs
SalaryNot disclosed
RoleStrategy & Consulting
Work modeonsite
Posted4 Oct 2026

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About agnikul

agnikul is hiring in Chennai City Corporation in automotive mobility. This role looks for around 0+ years of experience.

Skills

Market Research
Business Planning
Data Analysis

The role

A Strategy & Consulting associate helps build rockets that carry satellites to orbit at a space-launch company. Applies market research, business planning, and data analysis to strategic initiatives, cross-functional execution, and operational improvements. Uses Microsoft Excel and SQL to track performance and support decisions.

Full job description

ABOUT

Agnikul Cosmos is a company incubated at IIT Madras and we build rockets that can take satellites up to 500 kg to Lower Earth Orbit (LEO). In May 2024, we successfully completed our maiden launch from our own launchpad (India's first private launchpad). The launch has proven all the new technologies developed by Agnikul and also earned recognition from Honourable Prime Minister of India.

We are looking for a highly driven and versatile individual to work closely with the Founder(s) on strategic, operational, and execution-focused initiatives. This role offers a front-row seat to building and scaling a company, with exposure across functions including strategy, operations, product, growth, and partnerships.

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategic Initiatives

Work with the Founder(s) to identify, prioritize, and execute key business initiatives

Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and business planning

Support decision-making through data analysis and structured problem-solving

2. Execution & Operations

Drive end-to-end execution of cross-functional projects

Track key metrics, OKRs, and business performance

Identify operational inefficiencies and implement process improvements

3. Stakeholder Management

Coordinate with internal teams (product, marketing, sales, operations) to ensure alignment

Assist in managing external stakeholders including partners, investors, and vendors

4. Founder Leverage

Act as a force multiplier for the Founder(s) by handling high-priority tasks

Prepare presentations, reports, and communication for internal and external use

Support fundraising, partnerships, and special projects as needed

5. Problem Solving & Ad-hoc Projects

Take ownership of ambiguous, high-impact problems

Quickly learn new domains and execute with minimal supervision

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Economics, or related field (MBA is a plus but not mandatory)

1–5 years of experience in consulting, startups, investment banking, or similar fast-paced environments

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities

High ownership, attention to detail, and execution bias

Ability to thrive in ambiguity and a fast-changing environment

Preferred Traits

Entrepreneurial mindset with a strong curiosity to learn

Structured thinking and ability to break down complex problems

Comfort with data and tools (Excel, SQL, dashboards, etc.)

Prior startup experience or exposure to 0→1 environments