Executive Assistant – New Business Exploration & Incubation

Grade: Manager Location: [Mumbai / HO] Reporting To: Managing Director Role Overview The Executive Assistant New Business Exploration & Incubation will work closely with the Managing Director to identify, evaluate, and incubate new business verticals for Quantum ProjectInfra. This is a high-impact strategic role designed for a professional who can combine executive support with business analysis, market research, and execution capabilities. The role is envisioned as a leadership pipeline position, with the long-term objective of heading a new vertical and assuming P&L responsibility once the business is established. Requirements Key Responsibilities Strategic & Business Incubation Support Work directly with the MD to explore, assess, and develop new business opportunities and verticals Conduct market research, feasibility studies, competitor analysis, and business model evaluation for new initiatives Assist in preparing business plans, pitch decks, financial projections, and go-to-market strategies Coordinate pilot projects and incubation activities until the vertical reaches operational maturity Execution & Coordination Drive cross-functional coordination with internal teams (projects, finance, legal, operations, HR) for new initiatives Track milestones, deliverables, budgets, and timelines for incubation projects Support negotiations, partnerships, and strategic alliances as required Executive Support to MD Act as a strategic sounding board to the MD on new ideas and initiatives Prepare presentations, reports, dashboards, and MIS for leadership reviews Manage critical communications, follow-ups, and priority actions linked to new business development Transition to Vertical Leadership Once a new vertical is stabilized, take ownership of operational setup and performance tracking Gradually assume responsibility for revenue, costs, and profitability (P&L ownership) of the assigned vertical Build and manage a small team as the vertical scales Key Skills & Competencies Must-Have: Strong business acumen with exposure to strategy, business development, or project incubation Excellent analytical, presentation, and communication skills Ability to work in ambiguity and fast-changing environments High ownership mindset with strong execution capability Advanced proficiency in MS Excel, PowerPoint, and Word Good-to-Have: Experience in real estate, infrastructure, advisory, consulting, or project management domains Exposure to financial modeling, feasibility studies, or investment analysis Prior experience working closely with CXOs / Founders Qualification & Experience MBA / Postgraduate qualification preferred (Strategy, Finance, Operations, or Entrepreneurship) 210 years of experience in executive assistance, business strategy, consulting, or new business roles/ Fresher from Tier 1 college. Demonstrated experience in driving initiatives beyond routine EA responsibilities Career Progression This role is designed as a fast-track leadership position. Successful incumbents will transition from Executive Assistant to Business Vertical Head, with full P&L ownership, based on performance and business growth.
BE/ B Tech (Civil)
1-3 years
Grade: Manager Location: [Mumbai / HO – as applicable] Reporting To: Managing Director Role Overview The Executive Assistant – New Business Exploration & Incubation will work closely with the Managing Director to identify, evaluate, and incubate new business verticals for Quantum ProjectInfra. This is a high-impact strategic role designed for a professional who can combine executive support with business analysis, market research, and execution capabilities. The role is envisioned as a leadership pipeline position, with the long-term objective of heading a new vertical and assuming P&L responsibility once the business is established. Key Responsibilities Strategic & Business Incubation Support Work directly with the MD to explore, assess, and develop new business opportunities and verticals Conduct market research, feasibility studies, competitor analysis, and business model evaluation for new initiatives Assist in preparing business plans, pitch decks, financial projections, and go-to-market strategies Coordinate pilot projects and incubation activities until the vertical reaches operational maturity Execution & Coordination Drive cross-functional coordination with internal teams (projects, finance, legal, operations, HR) for new initiatives Track milestones, deliverables, budgets, and timelines for incubation projects Support negotiations, partnerships, and strategic alliances as required Executive Support to MD Act as a strategic sounding board to the MD on new ideas and initiatives Prepare presentations, reports, dashboards, and MIS for leadership reviews Manage critical communications, follow-ups, and priority actions linked to new business development Transition to Vertical Leadership Once a new vertical is stabilized, take ownership of operational setup and performance tracking Gradually assume responsibility for revenue, costs, and profitability (P&L ownership) of the assigned vertical Build and manage a small team as the vertical scales Key Skills & Competencies Must-Have: Strong business acumen with exposure to strategy, business development, or project incubation Excellent analytical, presentation, and communication skills Ability to work in ambiguity and fast-changing environments High ownership mindset with strong execution capability Advanced proficiency in MS Excel, PowerPoint, and Word Good-to-Have: Experience in real estate, infrastructure, advisory, consulting, or project management domains Exposure to financial modeling, feasibility studies, or investment analysis Prior experience working closely with CXOs / Founders Qualification & Experience MBA / Postgraduate qualification preferred (Strategy, Finance, Operations, or Entrepreneurship) 6–10 years of experience in executive assistance, business strategy, consulting, or new business roles Demonstrated experience in driving initiatives beyond routine EA responsibilities Career Progression This role is designed as a fast-track leadership position. Successful incumbents will transition from Executive Assistant to Business Vertical Head, with full P&L ownership, based on performance and business growth.