Business Analyst / Founder’s Office

Company Description KollegeApply helps students across India make informed decisions about their college, course, and career path. The platform simplifies complex choices involving multiple colleges, entrance exams, cut-offs, and timelines through reliable data and real student insights. With expert counselling support, KollegeApply guides learners from college discovery and course selection to exam guidance and admission updates. The focus is on data-backed, experience-driven decision-making so students can choose options that fit their long-term goals. KollegeApply aims to support students at every stage of higher education, helping them find the right path, not just secure admission.
We are looking for a high-ownership Business Analyst / Founder’s Office associate who will
work closely with leadership to drive data-backed decision making, KPI tracking, and
process optimisation across teams. This role is ideal for candidates with strong analytical
aptitude, startup hustle, and hands-on data skills.
Key Responsibilities
● Perform data sorting, cleaning, and manipulation across large datasets
● Build and maintain dashboards, reports, and performance trackers
● Extract business insights using SQL, Google Sheets, and Python
● Support leadership with ad-hoc analysis and business deep dives
● Track team-wise and campaign-wise KPIs and productivity metrics
● Identify performance gaps and recommend data-driven improvements
● Map and redesign business workflows and SOPs
● Identify bottlenecks and improve operational efficiency
● Work closely with founders and cross-functional teams
● Ensure timely delivery of key business reports
Must-Have Skills (Mandatory)
● Strong working knowledge of SQL
● Advanced proficiency in Google Sheets / Excel
● Working knowledge of Python for data analysis
● Excellent analytical aptitude and problem-solving ability
● Strong stakeholder communication skills
● Experience in reporting and data manipulation
Good to Have
● Experience in a startup environment (mandatory preference)
● Exposure to automation or workflow tools
● Understanding of business metrics (CAC, ROI, funnel, etc.)
● Basic knowledge of BI tools (Metabase/Tableau/Power BI)
Eligibility
● 1–2 years of relevant experience
● Tier 1 college preferred
● Prior startup experience strongly preferred
● Strong quantitative aptitude

Work arrangement
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