Founding AI Engineer

Weekday AI; Koraput; On-site; INR 3,000,000 - 6,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Weekday AI is recruiting for a client in the BFSI sector in Odisha, India. The role focuses on driving strategic initiatives, translating objectives into actionable plans, and ensuring execution across multiple teams.

The ideal candidate has 6+ years in programme management or related fields, strong stakeholder engagement, and excellent ability to deliver high-impact programmes. This full-time position offers exposure to senior leadership and cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of professional experience in programme management, strategy, consulting, business operations, BFSI, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of business processes and the BFSI ecosystem.
• Proven experience managing complex, cross-functional initiatives from planning through execution.
• Excellent project planning, organisational, prioritisation, and execution skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute strategic business initiatives aligned with organisational objectives.
• Develop structured plans, timelines, milestones, and measurable outcomes for key programmes.
• Collaborate with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to drive successful execution.
• Manage multiple projects and priorities while ensuring timely and high-quality delivery.
• Identify operational challenges, dependencies, and risks and develop appropriate mitigation strategies.
• Establish effective processes, governance mechanisms, and performance-tracking frameworks.
• Analyse business and operational data to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders across the BFSI ecosystem.
• Coordinate with business, academic, industry, and functional teams as required.
• Prepare management reports, presentations, dashboards, and strategic updates for senior stakeholders.
• Support development and implementation of initiatives focused on capability building and industry engagement.
• Monitor programme performance and ensure accountability across stakeholders.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, scalability, and overall business impact.
• Stay informed about developments across the Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance sectors and incorporate relevant insights into strategic initiatives.

Skills

Programme management

Strategy

Stakeholder management

Project planning

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's/Master's degree in Business Administration/Finance/Economics/Management

Tools

MS Office

Job description

This role is for one of the Weekday's clients

Salary range: Rs 3000000 - Rs 6000000 (ie INR 30-60 LPA)

Experience: 6+ yrs

Location: Odisha, India

Job Type: Full-time

This role offers an opportunity to work in an industry-focused environment dedicated to developing future-ready capabilities across the BFSI sector. You will be responsible for driving strategic initiatives, collaborating with senior stakeholders, and ensuring effective execution of business priorities.

The ideal candidate will combine strong business understanding with excellent programme management, stakeholder engagement, and execution capabilities. You will work across teams to translate strategic objectives into actionable plans, track outcomes, and continuously improve processes and programmes.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and execute strategic business initiatives aligned with organisational objectives.
• Develop structured plans, timelines, milestones, and measurable outcomes for key programmes.
• Collaborate with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to drive successful execution.
• Manage multiple projects and priorities while ensuring timely and high-quality delivery.
• Identify operational challenges, dependencies, and risks and develop appropriate mitigation strategies.
• Establish effective processes, governance mechanisms, and performance-tracking frameworks.
• Analyse business and operational data to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders across the BFSI ecosystem.
• Coordinate with business, academic, industry, and functional teams as required.
• Prepare management reports, presentations, dashboards, and strategic updates for senior stakeholders.
• Support development and implementation of initiatives focused on capability building and industry engagement.
• Monitor programme performance and ensure accountability across stakeholders.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, scalability, and overall business impact.
• Stay informed about developments across the Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance sectors and incorporate relevant insights into strategic initiatives.

What Makes You a Great Fit

• 6+ years of professional experience in programme management, strategy, consulting, business operations, BFSI, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of business processes and the BFSI ecosystem.
• Proven experience managing complex, cross-functional initiatives from planning through execution.
• Excellent project planning, organisational, prioritisation, and execution skills.
• Strong stakeholder-management capabilities with the confidence to work with senior leadership.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities with a structured approach to complex challenges.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, including the ability to articulate business insights clearly.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across multiple teams.
• Strong ownership mindset with a focus on measurable outcomes and continuous improvement.
• Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, evolving environment with multiple competing priorities.
• Experience working with senior executives, industry leaders, or external partners is an advantage.
• Strong proficiency in business documentation, presentations, reporting, and productivity tools.
• A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Management, or a related discipline is preferred.