Executive Assistant to Founder – Strategic Operations

About the role

AKD Group is seeking a proactive Executive Assistant to work directly with the Founder. This role goes beyond traditional administrative support; you will act as a strategic execution partner, turning ideas into actionable projects across multiple businesses.

Key responsibilities

• Execute strategic initiatives on behalf of the Founder and drive high‑impact projects to completion.
• Coordinate with consultants, government authorities, investors, legal advisors, financial institutions and senior stakeholders.
• Conduct market research, industry analysis, competitor benchmarking and evaluate new business opportunities.
• Prepare business presentations, investment decks, feasibility studies, reports and board‑level documentation.
• Represent the Founder in meetings and business discussions when required.
• Build systems, improve operational efficiency and solve business problems proactively.
• Manage confidential information with the highest standards of professionalism.
• Travel across India as business needs dictate.

Required profile

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Strong business acumen and commercial understanding.
• Analytical mindset with first‑principles thinking.
• Ownership mindset with proven project execution experience.
• Ability to influence without formal authority.
• High emotional intelligence and attention to detail.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to work closely with a visionary founder and senior leadership.
• Exposure to diverse industries including real estate, energy, emerging technologies and heavy manufacturing.
• Potential career path toward CXO, Business Head, Founder or Entrepreneur roles.