ResearchAyu - Chief Of Staff - IIM/IIT/ISB/MDI/FMS

Company: Healthy Life Innovation (ResearchAyu)

About ResearchAyu (Healthy Life Innovation):

ResearchAyu is on a mission to find cures for incurable diseases. We specialize in cartilage regeneration and are actively working on treatments for diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis (RA), antinuclear antibody (ANA) disorders, and spine-related conditions. Our Ayurveda-based therapies are backed by scientific research and clinical validation, offering a revolutionary alternative to traditional treatments.

With 40+ clinics across Mumbai, Navi Mumbai, Thane, Hyderabad, NCR and Pune, we have helped thousands of patients regain mobility without surgery. Recognized as "HealthTech Startup of the Year", we are rapidly scaling and looking for dynamic leaders to drive our growth.

About the Role :

As Chief of Staff, you will work closely with the Strategy Lead and CEO to drive key business initiatives, streamline strategic planning, manage executive coordination, and oversee special projects from ideation to execution. This role is integral to the decision-making processes at the highest level and will have a direct impact on our growth trajectory.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership & Executive Support:

- Act as a trusted advisor to the CEO, Strategy Lead, and senior leadership team.

- Identify high-impact strategic areas for business growth across functions and geographies.

- Coordinate and align cross-functional teams for seamless execution of strategic initiatives.

- Drive special projects end-to-end: from ideation, planning, and stakeholder alignment to implementation.

Operational Excellence:

- Analyze key business metrics and propose data-backed improvements.

- Create, improve, and implement systems and processes for operational efficiency.

- Track progress on strategic initiatives and provide regular updates to leadership.

Communication & Stakeholder Management:

- Draft high-level communications including business plans, investor decks, executive emails, and reports on behalf of the CEO.

- Plan and organize leadership meetings with a clear agenda and actionable outcomes.

- Represent the leadership team in cross-functional and external partner discussions.

Innovation & Entrepreneurial Execution:

- Contribute to product delivery, experimentation, and financial modeling.

- Explore digitization initiatives and support decision-making with deep research and analysis.

- Navigate ambiguity and demonstrate an ability to solve complex challenges with an entrepreneurial spirit.

Key Skills and Attributes:

- Strong analytical mindset; detail-oriented and number-driven.

- Excellent communication (verbal and written) and presentation skills.

- Proficient in financial modeling, strategic planning, and performance tracking.

- Ability to manage multiple teams or projects and work under pressure.

- Highly adaptable and committed to continuous learning.

- Entrepreneurial spirit with a passion for healthcare innovation and social impact.

- Proven ability to handle conflict and motivate cross-functional teams.

Desired Profile:

- 5 + years of experience as a Chief of Staff

- MBA from IIM, IIT, ISB, or other top-tier institutes.

- Demonstrated success in leading and implementing strategic initiatives.

- Experience in healthcare, tech, or high-growth startups preferred but not mandatory.

What We Offer:

- Be a part of a visionary team changing the future of healthcare.

- Opportunity to work on cutting-edge, Ayurveda-based clinical innovations.

- Lead initiatives with direct impact on thousands of lives.

- Fast-paced environment with a clear path for leadership growth.