Graduate – Operations & Business Development

Kuwa; Maidenhead; Remote; GBP 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic startup consultancy in Maidenhead is seeking a recent graduate for the Graduate – Operations & Business Development role. This fast-paced position allows for hands-on experience in business operations and growth strategies. Ideal candidates will be organized, proactive, and comfortable working independently, with a starting salary of £27,500. This role offers opportunities for development and mentoring while contributing to meaningful projects in the tech sector.

Benefits

£100/month contribution towards personal wellness

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Must be detail-oriented and work proactively.
• Strong communication skills are essential.
• Must be excited by startups and technology.

Responsibilities

• Manage core business activities including invoicing and budgeting.
• Help coordinate onboarding and track team performance.
• Conduct market research and develop business cases.

Skills

Organised

Detail-oriented

Proactive

Clear communicator

Strong problem-solving skills

Education

Recent graduate in Economics, Business, Management, or similar

Job description

Graduate – Operations & Business Development

MD at Kuwa | Head of Operations at Ingeni

Location: Headquartered in Maidenhead, but position is Remote (ideally, need to be based within 20 miles)

Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

Start Date: 25 th August, 2025

Salary: £27,500 (Rising to £29,500 after probation)

Benefits: £100 / month contribution towards personal wellness, (ex. private medical insurance, gym membership etc.), flexible working hours.

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About Us

Kuwa is on a mission to nurture and accelerate ambitious startups who are focused on creating meaningful innovation and a strong, positive impact on our world. We utilise our skills in management consultancy by combining advanced business modelling techniques with technologies such as AI to deliver insights that help clients grow, optimise performance, and unlock value.

Role Overview

You'll work with a group of startup companies in the technology sector, gaining hands-on experience across core business operations and commercial growth. This is a fast-paced role where you’ll be involved in the day-to-day running of businesses — ideal for someone eager to learn quickly, take initiative, and make an impact from day one.

Key Responsibilities

• Day-to-Day Operations: Manage core business activities including invoicing, budgeting, expense tracking, scheduling, internal reporting, and contract drafting and review to ensure smooth and compliant operations.
• People & Culture: Help coordinate onboarding, track team performance, and support a positive and productive work environment. Assist in attracting, retaining, and developing team members to foster a strong, high-performing culture.
• Business Development: Conduct market research, develop business cases for new opportunities, and create company presentations and other client-facing materials.
• Organisational Development: Support the execution of strategic initiatives and improve internal processes using tools like AI to help the organisation scale efficiently and deliver on leadership’s goals.
• Digital Transformation: Research, evaluate, and help integrate new digital technologies and platforms to improve operational effectiveness and team productivity.

What We’re Looking For

• Recent graduate in Economics, Business, Management, or similar
• Organised, detail-oriented, and proactive
• Clear communicator with strong problem-solving skills
• Excited by startups, technology, and entrepreneurship
• Comfortable working independently and a self-starter

What You’ll Gain

• Experience managing global business operations
• Exposure to fast-growing startups and prospective customers
• Mentorship and support from experienced professionals
• A clear career pathway in operations, strategy, or consulting
• You will be empowered from the beginning to make a real impact within the business.
• Innovation is at our core, but teamwork and collaboration are paramount.
• We take professional / personal development seriously, we want to see everyone succeed and you will be given the resources and mentorship to do so.
• We understand there is life outside work and provide the flexibility and opportunity you need to create a healthy and sustainable work / life balance.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

• Industries

  Business Consulting and Services

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