Job Title: Head of Strategy

Location: Bengaluru, India

Experience: 5-8 years (Mandatory experience at MBB - McKinsey, BCG, or Bain)

Industry: Fintech (Early-stage startup)

About Us:

We are a high-growth fintech startup based in Bengaluru, on a mission to revolutionize the financial services landscape through innovative technology and customer-centric products. As we embark on our next phase of growth, we are looking for a dynamic, strategic leader to join our leadership team and partner closely with the Founder to scale our products and company.

Role Overview:

The Head of Strategy will be a critical driver of our company’s growth trajectory. You will own the strategic agenda, working cross-functionally to shape and execute the company’s vision. This is a unique opportunity to build and scale disruptive fintech products in a fast-paced startup environment, applying your deep problem-solving expertise and strategic rigor gained from MBB and startup experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Partner with the Founder and executive leadership to define and drive the company’s long-term strategy and growth roadmap.
• Lead strategic initiatives including market entry, product launches, competitive positioning, and business model innovation.
• Analyze complex problems and deliver actionable insights to accelerate product-market fit and scale.
• Collaborate with product, engineering, marketing, and operations teams to translate strategy into execution.
• Develop data-driven frameworks to evaluate business performance, optimize key metrics, and support fundraising efforts.
• Lead or mentor a small strategy team as the company grows.
• Stay abreast of fintech industry trends, competitive landscape, and emerging technologies to inform strategic decisions.

What We’re Looking For:

• 5-8 years of professional experience with at least 2-3 years at a top-tier consulting firm (McKinsey, BCG, Bain) mandatory.
• Current or prior experience leading strategy at a startup or high-growth company preferred.
• Exceptional problem-solving skills with a structured and data-driven approach.
• Strong business acumen and ability to thrive in ambiguity and fast-paced environments.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills; comfortable presenting to senior leadership and investors.
• Passion for fintech and technology-driven innovation.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a bias for action and ownership.

Why Join Us?

• Work closely with a visionary Founder and leadership team shaping the future of fintech.
• High impact role with significant ownership and influence on company direction.
• Opportunity to build and scale innovative products from ground zero.
• Collaborative and dynamic startup culture with a strong focus on growth and learning.
• Competitive compensation and equity options.

If you are a strategic thinker with a proven MBB consulting background and startup experience, passionate about fintech innovation and building companies from the ground up, we’d love to hear from you!