Business Operations Manager

Firm / Opportunity Overview:

Stronghold Investment Management (“Stronghold,” “SIM,” or “the Firm”) is a technology-driven, vertically integrated investment manager focused on real-assets and related private markets. Stronghold seeks to deliver best-in-class risk-adjusted returns through an investment framework that features comparatively rapid transaction velocity, deep technical expertise, creative financial structuring, and objective and algorithmic decision making. To achieve its mission, Stronghold leverages proprietary technology to structure massive amounts of data and to facilitate collaboration between investment professionals, diligence specialists, asset managers, acquisition specialists (“Buyers”) and technical experts. These software products create streamlined underwriting, inventory administration and data / Buyer management processes that enable the Firm’s investment strategies.

Stronghold was founded by Ryan Turner and his team in 2016 and today has over $1 billion in capital commitments across 10+ investment vehicles. 

Ultimately, Stronghold intends to apply its technology-intensive investment approach to a variety of specialist real assets verticals, including:

• Oil & Gas
• Renewables
• Specialty Real Estate (commercial, datacenters, marinas)
• Telecommunications and Technology Infrastructure
• Billboards and Fixtures
• Mining & other commodities
• Utilities
• Secondaries

Role Overview

This is a hands-on, cross-functional role supporting the Managing Director, India in running the day-to-day operational, financial, compliance, and administrative functions of Stronghold Investment Management's India entity. You'll work across Finance, Tax & Transfer Pricing, HR & Labour Compliance, Legal & Corporate Secretarial, IT & Infrastructure, and General Office Administration. Not as a specialist in each, but as the person who ensures nothing falls through the cracks.

You'll coordinate between the Bangalore operations team and US executive leadership, external advisors, and banking and vendor partners, translating priorities into execution and keeping stakeholders aligned.

We're looking for a self-starter with 4 to 7 years of experience who thrives in ambiguity, takes initiative without waiting to be told, and has a bias for improving how things work. Experience with AI tools, particularly Claude, Claude Code, or Cowork, is expected.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Initiatives: Support the MD in establishing and enhancing India operations. Drive implementation of scalable processes leveraging industry best practices.
• Operational Excellence: Manage and improve day-to-day processes across site operations, administration, and business management. Identify bottlenecks and drive continuous improvement.
• Governance & Compliance: Coordinate Transfer Pricing compliance, regulatory filings, and Board Meeting logistics. Maintain governance structures and prepare business reports and dashboards for leadership review.
• Financial Management: Support the monthly financial reporting cycle, annual budget preparation, and Power BI dashboard maintenance for the India entity. Help implement financial controls for budgetary discipline.
• Business Operations & Office Management: Manage Bangalore office facilities and daily operations. Coordinate with external advisors and review vendor contracts for cost-effectiveness.

Required Qualifications

• 4 to 7 years of experience in business operations, office management, or a similar cross-functional role, preferably in technology, financial services, or fintech.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage multiple workstreams, and drive tasks to completion with minimal supervision.
• Strong working knowledge across at least two of: finance/accounting, compliance, HR operations, or vendor/office management.
• Comfortable working with senior leadership and external stakeholders; strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in reporting and data tools (Excel, Power BI, or similar) with the ability to build dashboards and prepare executive-level summaries.
• Experience using AI tools in a professional context, particularly Claude, Claude Code, and Cowork.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting senior executives or working in a chief of staff or business operations capacity.
• Exposure to GCC (Global Capability Centre) setup or scaling operations for a US-headquartered company.
• Familiarity with Indian regulatory and compliance frameworks (transfer pricing, labour law, corporate secretarial).
• Certification in Lean, Six Sigma, or other process improvement methodologies.
• MBA or postgraduate degree in Business Administration, Operations, or a related field.

Why join Stronghold’s Bangalore Team?

At Stronghold, you're not just another employee; you are a part of our global family. We believe in nurturing talent, fostering innovation, and celebrating successes together. With our state-of-the-art technology and a team of industry experts, we offer a platform for growth, development, and unparalleled learning.

Benefits:

• Salary: Competitive and aligned with local standards.
• Performance Bonus: According to company policy.
• Benefits: Includes medical insurance and group term life insurance.
• Continuous learning and development.10 recognized public holidays.
• Parental Leave

Stronghold Investment Management is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in creating a diverse and inclusive workforce, where individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives can thrive. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. We encourage applicants from underrepresented groups to apply and embrace the unique contributions they can bring to our organization.