Senior Manager

We don't just talk, we do. Lead the change with us.

At the Tony Blair Institute for Global Change, we work with political leaders around the world to drive change. We help governments turn bold ideas into reality so they can deliver for their people. We do it by advising on strategy, policy and delivery, unlocking the power of technology across all three. And by sharing what we learn on the ground, so everyone can benefit. We do it to build more open, inclusive and prosperous countries for people everywhere.

We are a global team of over 800 changemakers, operating in more than 40 countries, across five continents. We are political strategists, policy experts, delivery practitioners, technology specialists and more. We speak more than 45 languages. We are working on over 100 projects, tackling some of the world's biggest challenges. We're all here at TBI to make a difference.

In a world of ever more complex challenges, we believe diversity of background and perspective is a strength. We pride ourselves on a culture that values and nurtures difference. We are dedicated to unlocking potential, not only for the countries we work in but also for each of our team members. No matter where you're from or who you are, if you're passionate about the transformative power of progressive politics, we invite you to build a better future with us.

Role Summary

Key Responsibilities

Senior Managers must demonstrate the ability to work independently, think strategically, lead small yet high-performing teams, and manage client relationships. Such candidates often bring a personal passion for politics, are skilled communicators, have a knack for navigating ambiguous environments, and build trusted relationships with senior leaders. Their key responsibilities include:

Technical Leadership

• Analyse the effectiveness of government policies and programs and develop recommendations for improving such policies and programs.
• Manage and conduct error-free analysis and communicate using an appropriate medium (e.g., PowerPoint and Word) with strong storylines, client-friendly language, and appealing visuals.
• Keep abreast of industry trends, data sources, and developments to provide clients with the best advice.

Project & Team Management

• Proficiently facilitate meetings and make presentations through pre-preparation, agenda setting, active listening, and insightful contributions.
• Manage the team's day-to-day activities, develop implementation plans and timelines, and empower the team through effective delegation.
• Lead Analyst(s), Associate(s), and Manager(s) in developing high-quality research and analysis and enhancing their core advisory toolkit.

Client Relationship

• Support management of core client relationships, including communicating with clients regularly, gathering client feedback, and nurturing a trusted advisor relationship.

Organisational Building

• Support in building a high-performing team culture, championing TBI values, and support establishing the India office.
• Support business development opportunities by rapidly developing a deep understanding of political and topical dynamics.
• Proactively seek opportunities to engage and leverage global TBI teams and network to bring the best of TBI to our clients.

Key Requirements

• Dissects complex, messy problems into clear insights and pragmatic solutions - equally comfortable with qualitative nuance and quantitative rigor. Learns fast, asks sharp questions, and translates research into data‑backed recommendations that move the needle for leaders.
• Rolls up sleeves to get work done – drafts, briefing notes, models, interviews, travels – whatever it takes; never hides behind titles. Stays optimistic and steady under pressure, turning setbacks into fuel rather than complaints. Navigates ambiguity with discipline: prioritises, experiments, and delivers on time even when the path forward isn't obvious.
• Sets big goals for personal growth and for client impact; measures success by outcomes, not activity. Proactively spots opportunities to expand the mandate, raise the bar, and create outsized value for all stakeholders.
• Generous teammate who listens first, challenges ideas (not people), and elevates those around them. Communicates crisply - whether in a hallway chat or a board‑level deck - and treats every interaction as a chance to build trust.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field, such as public policy, business administration, or economics, is preferred but not mandatory. Master's in public policy, business administration, or economics from a top-tier global institute.
• 12+ years of experience as political staffer, multi-lateral staff, or in civil society organisations. Alternatively, 8+ years of experience in a top-tier management consulting firm with at least 2+ years working with government clients.
• Candidates must be fluent in Telugu, Odia, or Hindi.
• Candidate must be open to work at Vijayawada, Hyderabad or Bhubaneshwar