Owner

About the Role

The Owner role is a full-time, on-site position based in Hyderabad, responsible for overseeing the strategic direction, operations, and growth of a business initiative connected to the I’M ALUMNI COMMUNITY. The Owner will manage day-to-day business activities, including planning, budgeting, and performance monitoring, while ensuring alignment with the community’s standards and values.

Key Responsibilities

• Building and maintaining partnerships
• Supervising staff or collaborators
• Setting service and quality benchmarks
• Managing client and stakeholder relationships
• Identifying new opportunities
• Leading marketing and outreach efforts
• Implementing processes that support sustainable growth
• Ensuring compliance with local regulations
• Maintaining a positive and inclusive workplace culture
• Representing the business in professional and community events

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in business ownership, entrepreneurship, or senior management, preferably within creative, fashion, design, or education-related industries.
• Strong skills in business planning, financial management, budgeting, and performance analysis to guide strategic and operational decisions.
• Proficiency in team leadership, people management, and stakeholder communication, with the ability to build inclusive and collaborative environments.
• Experience in client relations, partnership development, and networking to grow business visibility and opportunities in Hyderabad and beyond.
• Ability to develop and implement marketing, branding, and community engagement initiatives that align with I’M ALUMNI COMMUNITY values.
• Solid organizational and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Understanding of local business regulations and compliance requirements relevant to operating a business in Hyderabad.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Management, Marketing, or a related field is preferred; equivalent practical experience is also valued.
• Fluency in English, with additional local language skills considered an advantage.