Business and Operations Associate

About us

Sensing Local is a planning-tech social impact organisation working to improve quality of life in Indian cities through data-driven, inclusive, and sustainable solutions. Our work spans mobility, climate resilience, waste management, and urban systems, in collaboration with government agencies, NGOs, and private sector partners. We aim to translate complex urban challenges into accessible insights and impactful solutions.

Role overview

We are looking for a Business and Operations Associate to support the founders in managing the organisation s day-to-day operations and growth activities.

This is an early-career, high-learning role for someone who is organised, proactive, and comfortable handling a mix of responsibilities across business development, operations, and team coordination.

You will work closely with the founders and gain exposure to how a growing organisation is built and managed.

What you will be doing

1. Business Development Support: Track relevant opportunities (RFPs, proposals, partnerships), support proposal preparation (documents, coordination, formatting), and communications.
2. Operations Coordination - Support day-to-day coordination across projects and team members, organise workflows and time, and maintain documentation
3. Finance Administrative Support - Assist with invoicing, payment tracking, expense records and budget tracking for projects
4. HR Team Support - Assist with recruitment coordination (scheduling, communication), documentation and onboarding

5. Founder s Office Support - Assist founders in tracking key tasks and priorities, preparation of presentations/reports, etc.

What you need to excel

Skills Tools:

• 1-2 years of work experience (internships included)

• Strong organisational and time management skills

• Good written and verbal communication

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and follow through

• Basic proficiency in Excel/Google Sheets and document tools

Education background:

• Bachelor s degree in Business Administration, Management, Economics or related fields

Who is this role a good fit for

• Someone early in their career who wants to learn how organisations function and grow

• Comfortable working in a small, dynamic team with evolving responsibilities

• A problem-solver who takes initiative rather than waiting for instructions

• Interest in urban development, public policy, or impact-oriented work is preferred.

What you can expect to gain

• Direct exposure to working with founders

• Hands-on experience across operations, business development, and organisational strategy

• A steep learning curve in a high-impact sector

• Opportunity to grow into a Business Manager role over time

Compensation

• 4 - 4.5 LPA (CTC) depending on experience

• Performance-based growth and salary revision after 6-12 months