Business Manager

Position Overview

We're seeking a dynamic and entrepreneurial Business Manager to be a pivotal force in driving the growth and operational success of our early-stage tech company. The ideal candidate is a versatile self-starter, capable of managing diverse business functions, from administrative systems to supporting strategic initiatives. You will work directly with the CEO to build a robust business foundation, enabling our technical team to innovate and our company to achieve its strategic objectives.

Responsibilities

• Strategic & Planning Support: Assist the CEO in developing business plans, market research, competitive analysis, and preparing materials for strategic initiatives, including fundraising, investor relations, and key stakeholder engagement.
  
• Business Operations & Administration: Establish and manage core administrative processes, including HR basics, vendor relations, and essential company record-keeping to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.
  
• Financial Administration & Oversight: Oversee basic bookkeeping, manage expense reports, process invoices, and contribute to financial planning and budget tracking.
  
• Project Management & Coordination: Lead and coordinate various business projects (non-technical), ensuring alignment with company goals and timely execution.
  
• Communication & Stakeholder Management: Manage internal communications, assist with external communications (including support for sales and investment-related materials), and facilitate relationship management with key partners, potential clients, and other stakeholders.
  
• Process Optimization & Efficiency: Proactively identify and implement improvements to business processes to enhance overall efficiency and productivity.
  
• Market & Customer Insights: Support efforts in gathering customer feedback, understanding market needs, and contributing to the refinement of service/product offerings and sales strategies.
  
• General Business Support: Provide comprehensive support to the CEO across a wide range of business activities, acting as a key enabler for strategic priorities and adapting to emerging needs in a fast-paced startup environment.
  

Requirements

Business Acumen & Management Skills

• Strong understanding of core business principles and administrative best practices.
  
• Proven ability to manage diverse business functions and contribute to strategic objectives.
  
• Analytical mindset with the ability to support data-driven decision-making.
  
• Excellent organizational, planning, and project management capabilities.
  
• Proficiency with business software and ability to quickly learn new tools.
  

Experience

• Minimum 2-3 years of experience in business management, general administration, business support, or a multifaceted operational role.
  
• Demonstrable experience in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, ideally within a startup or small, growing business where versatility was key.
  
• Track record of successfully managing varied responsibilities, problem-solving independently, and delivering results.
  

Soft Skills

• Highly adaptable, resourceful, and comfortable with ambiguity.
  
• Exceptional problem-solving abilities and a proactive, can-do attitude.
  
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal), capable of engaging effectively with various stakeholders.
  
• Strategic thinker with a practical, hands-on approach to execution.
  
• Unwavering integrity, professionalism, and discretion.