The Strategy Research and Policy Analyst plays a strategic role in expanding P-1 India's presence within the startup ecosystem.

This position combines ecosystem partnership building, policy and scheme research, and internal knowledge management — ensuring our teams stay ahead of government updates and our business development efforts are fully empowered with accurate information and tools.

Key Responsibilities

• Partnership Development
• Identify and build relationships with incubators, accelerators, startup hubs, and co-working spaces (especially free or government-supported ones).
• Establish partnerships and MoUs to position P-1 India as a preferred government funding consultant.
• Represent the company at startup events, expos, and innovation summits to expand our ecosystem reach.
• Policy & Scheme Research
• Track and analyze new government schemes, grants, and policies relevant to startups, MSMEs, and entrepreneurs (Central & State level).
• Maintain a knowledge repository summarizing scheme objectives, eligibility, benefits, and deadlines.
• Provide periodic reports and actionable insights to leadership and the sales team.
• Knowledge Transfer & Training
• Conduct regular training sessions to educate sales and consulting teams on new policies, schemes, and opportunities.
• Simplify complex government information into easy-to-use internal briefs and FAQs.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to integrate accurate scheme details into outreach materials.
• Sales Enablement & Toolkit Preparation
• Develop sales kits, brochures, scheme comparison charts, and pitch templates for client engagement.
• Ensure alignment between research insights and the company's service offerings.
• Support the business development team with updated data, materials, and talking points.

Desired Skills & Competencies

• Excellent communication, research, and presentation abilities.
• In-depth understanding of India's startup, MSME, and funding ecosystem.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to policy detail.
• Experience in partnership management, public policy, or startup consulting.
• Proficiency in MS Office, Google Workspace, and presentation tools (PowerPoint, Canva preferred).
• Self-driven, organized, and collaborative mindset.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Public Policy, Business Administration, Economics, or Management.
• 2–6 years of experience in research, ecosystem partnerships, or startup/government project management.
• Prior experience with incubators, accelerators, or policy advisory work is highly desirable.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and performance incentives.
• Exposure to India's most dynamic startup and policy ecosystem.
• Opportunities to collaborate directly with incubators, policymakers, and innovation leaders.
• A creative and learning-driven workplace focused on impact and growth.

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