About Masters' Union :

Founded in 2020, Masters' Union is a new-age, industry-led university focused on business, technology, engineering, and entrepreneurship. Built around learning by doing, the institution combines academics with real-world projects, startup building, and global exposure, with the ambition of becoming one of the world's top business schools and multidisciplinary universities over the next two decades.

Today, Masters' Union has nearly 3,500 students across undergraduate, postgraduate, and executive programs, with almost half being experienced professionals. Spread across nearly 5 lakh square feet in Gurgaon and Manesar, the institution houses the PwC Center for Generative AI, a Bloomberg Lab, Gurgaon's premier maker space, AI and robotics infrastructure, advanced bioengineering workshops, and startup incubation spaces, while also expanding into areas such as bioengineering and genetic engineering.

The institution is chaired by Manoj Kohli, former CEO of Bharti Airtel and former Country Head of SoftBank India. Its leadership ecosystem includes Vivek Gambhir, Pankaj Bansal, Sanjiv Bikhchandani, Amitabh Kant, and 30+ other founders, CEOs, investors, and policymakers who contribute to teaching and institution building.

Masters' Union's flagship postgraduate program has recorded the highest average salary among MBA-equivalent programs in India, with graduates placed at firms such as Bain & Company, Boston Consulting Group, Google, and Microsoft. The institution has also built one of the country's strongest student startup ecosystems, with 10+ students pitching on Shark Tank India and 20+ students raising external funding for their ventures, alongside several successful creators and internet entrepreneurs.

Role Overview :

The Program Manager for PGP Rise plays a crucial role in ensuring the seamless operation, academic delivery, and overall positive experience for a dedicated cohort of students. This position involves comprehensive planning, coordination, and execution of various program elements, serving as a key point of contact for learners, masters, and internal teams.

About the Role :

The Chief of Staff at Masters Union is a high-impact role that works closely with senior leadership to drive the institutions most critical priorities. This role sits at the intersection of strategy, execution, analytics, and operations, ensuring that key initiatives are delivered with speed and excellence. It is ideal for someone who combines strong problem-solving skills with an execution-oriented mindset and thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.

Key Responsibilities :

1. Strategic Projects & Cross-Functional Execution :

- Lead and drive high-priority strategic projects across multiple functions.

- Partner with leaders across Academics, Admissions, Marketing, Student Experience, Career Services, Finance, Operations, and other teams to ensure seamless execution.

- Drive end-to-end project management, including planning, stakeholder alignment, execution tracking, and timely closure.

- Identify execution risks proactively and work with stakeholders to resolve bottlenecks.

2. Business Analytics & Executive Support :

- Develop strong analytical insights to support decision-making.

- Prepare executive presentations, business reports, dashboards, and analytical models using Excel and PowerPoint.

- Track key business metrics and generate actionable recommendations based on data.

- Support leadership reviews by synthesizing information into clear, concise, and impactful presentations.

3. Executive Office & Calendar Management :

- Manage the end-to-end calendar and scheduling for the senior leader, ensuring effective prioritization of meetings and commitments.

- Coordinate internal and external meetings, reviews, and leadership forums.

- Ensure follow-ups, action items, and meeting outcomes are tracked and completed on time.

- Act as an extension of the leadership office to improve execution efficiency and organizational alignment.

Who Were Looking For :

- Exceptional problem-solving and structured thinking skills.

- Strong command of Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint, with the ability to build high-quality analytical models and executive presentations.

- Excellent project management and stakeholder management capabilities.

- Outstanding communication and organizational skills with strong attention to detail.

- Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.

- High ownership, bias for action, and the ability to operate with discretion and confidentiality.

What Success Looks Like :

- Strategic initiatives are delivered on time and with high quality.

- Leadership has timely access to accurate analytics, reports, and decision-support materials.

- Cross-functional teams remain aligned and execution moves efficiently.

- Executive priorities, meetings, and follow-ups are managed seamlessly, enabling leadership to focus on high-impact decisions.