EA to COO (Manager/Sr Manager)

About the Role

• High-impact, multi-faceted role supporting the COO at the core of operational leadership
• Acts as a strategic enabler, translating business goals into execution plans
• Works closely with Strategy & Leadership teams to drive key initiatives
• Ensures operational discipline, decision-making support, and cross-functional alignment
• Requires strong analytical ability, stakeholder management, and execution excellence

Key Responsibilities

A. Executive Support to the COO

• Act as the right hand to the COO, managing day-to-day office operations
• Drive the operating rhythm:
  • Monthly business & functional reviews
  • Board meetings
  • Leadership and operational meetings
• Ensure clear communication and timely closure of decisions and action items
• Track and report progress on strategic priorities, risks, and blockers
• Prepare presentations, briefing notes, and executive communication material
• Manage the COO’s agenda, priorities, and time effectively
• Act as a liaison across business units and functions to ensure alignment

B. Strategy & Business Initiatives

• Partner with the Strategy team to define and execute key initiatives
• Lead end-to-end project management:
  • Define objectives, milestones, owners, and success metrics
• Conduct research and analysis (primary & secondary) to support decisions
• Build business cases, scenario models, and opportunity assessments
• Support new business evaluations, partnerships, and monetisation strategies

C. Special Projects

• Own and deliver high-priority, time-bound projects for the COO
• Engage with senior stakeholders across functions independently
• Represent the COO’s Office in:
  • Cross-functional task forces
  • Vendor discussions
  • Industry interactions

Candidate Profile

Experience & Background

• 6–8 years of experience
• Prior experience in:
  • CEO/COO’s Office
  • Management Consulting
  • Corporate Strategy
• Exposure to fast-paced, dynamic environments
• Experience in Media, Entertainment, OTT, or Digital Media (preferred)
• Proven track record of managing cross-functional projects

Skills & Competencies

• Strong communication skills (written & verbal)
• Ability to simplify complex information for leadership audiences
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Proficiency in:
  • PowerPoint
  • Excel
• Ownership mindset with strong execution focus
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism

Education

• MBA from a Tier 1 institute
• Undergraduate degree in:
  • Engineering
  • Economics
  • Commerce
  • Or related discipline