Chief Of Staff - PayU Finance

PayU; Mumbai; On-site; INR 2,500,000 - 4,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Direct exposure to executive liderazgo

Cross-functional exposure

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

PayU Finance is seeking an MBA graduate to join the CEO’s office as Chief of Staff in Mumbai. The role offers close collaboration with the CEO and senior leadership to shape strategy, drive initiatives, and influence growth across core functions.

Ideal candidates bring 4–5 years of analytical experience in lending/financial services, with a track record in project management and executive communication. This position provides high exposure to leadership and diverse business areas.

Qualifications

• MBA graduate with 4–5 years of experience in a fast-paced analytical environment.
• Experience in lending or financial services is preferred.
• Prior work with C-level executives is advantageous.
• Proven programme or project management experience, preferably tech-driven.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic support to the CEO in planning and decision-making.
• Drive high-priority cross-functional projects with timely delivery.
• Conduct market research and prepare executive summaries and presentations.
• Support executive communication with group leadership and shareholders.
• Identify and drive business process improvements for scalable solutions.
• Lead special projects spanning multiple functions as needed.
• Track strategic priorities and ensure follow-through on actions.

Skills

Strategic planning

Project management

Market research

Executive communication

Process optimisation

Stakeholder management

Presentation skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Ownership and discretion

Education

MBA

Job description

Job Description:

Chief of Staff – PayU Finance

Location: Mumbai, India
Reports to: CEO, PayU Finance

About the Role

PayU Finance is looking for a highly motivated MBA graduate to join the CEO’s office as Chief of Staff. This role offers a unique opportunity to work closely with the CEO and senior leadership, drive strategic initiatives, support executive decision-making, and contribute to the growth and performance of the PayU Finance business.

The role will provide broad exposure to multiple functions, including sales, product, operations, HR, finance, and business strategy.

What You’ll Work On

• Strategic Support: Support the CEO in strategic planning, business development research, and analytical evaluation of key business decisions.
• Project Management: Partner with cross-functional teams to drive high-priority projects, ensuring timely execution, alignment, and delivery of key outcomes.
• Business Analysis and Insights: Conduct market research, analyse industry trends, identify business opportunities, and prepare executive summaries and presentations for leadership reviews.
• Executive Communication: Support communication with group executive teams and shareholders, assist in preparing investor relations materials, and facilitate alignment across senior stakeholders.
• Process Optimisation: Identify operational inefficiencies, support business process improvement initiatives, and help implement scalable solutions across functions.
• Special Projects: Lead and manage high-impact initiatives aligned with business objectives and growth strategies. Projects may span sales, product, operations, HR, and other business functions.
• Executive Office Support: Help the CEO track strategic priorities, monitor key deliverables, and ensure effective follow-through on critical business actions.

What We’re Looking For

• An MBA graduate with 4–5 years of professional experience in a fast-paced and analytical environment.
• Experience in the lending or financial services industry or a consulting environment will be preferred.
• Prior experience working directly with C-level executives, particularly within financial services organisations, will be an advantage.
• Proven experience in programme or project management, preferably involving technology-driven initiatives.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and business communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively across multiple functions and manage complex, high-priority initiatives.
• Strong stakeholder management and presentation skills.
• High levels of ownership, maturity, discretion, and attention to detail.
• Ability to handle confidential financial information and strategic business plans with integrity and professionalism.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• Direct exposure to executive leadership and strategic decision-making.
• Cross-functional exposure across different areas of the organisation.
• Opportunities for accelerated learning, career growth, and professional development.
• A dynamic and collaborative work environment.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the direction and growth of PayU Finance.