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.

Role Overview:

The Developmental Geologist will play a key role in supporting acquisition and divestiture opportunities, basin wide scoping activities, and ensuring the quality of the firm's subsurface geological data. This position requires a detail-oriented individual with a passion for geology, subsurface modeling, and reservoir development, along with the skills to work effectively in a distributed work environment. The successful candidate will work closely with other geologists, petrophysicists, and reservoir engineers to help the firm meet its goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Geological Interpretation and Mapping: Utilize subsurface data, such as well logs, seismic, and core data, to generate geological interpretations, create reservoir models, and support strategic drilling initiatives.
• Quality Control of Subsurface Data: Conduct quality control checks on well log, core, and seismic data to ensure data integrity and accuracy before integrating it into geological models.
• Subsurface Data Integration: Incorporate well logs, core data, and petrophysical analysis into geological models to enhance reservoir understanding and make informed recommendations on development and A&D strategies.
• Reporting and Documentation: Prepare and maintain comprehensive reports, maps, and cross-sections that communicate geological interpretations and field development strategies to key stakeholders.
• Database Management: Help manage geological databases, ensuring that subsurface data is accurately loaded, stored, and maintained for effective utilization by the team.
• Collaborative Team Efforts: Collaborate closely with geologists, petrophysicists, and reservoir engineers to understand reservoir complexities and identify optimal development opportunities.
• Utilize Software Tools: Leverage geological software such as Kingdom, or similar platforms to create geological models, cross-sections, and reservoir characterizations. Basic proficiency in SQL, Python, and Spotfire is desirable for data retrieval and manipulation.
• Automation and Efficiency Improvements: Utilize Python or similar tools to automate routine data management and analysis tasks, enhancing team efficiency.
• Generate Data Visualizations: Develop visual representations of subsurface data, such as maps, cross-sections, and reservoir models, using tools like Petrel, Kingdom, or Python libraries to support data-driven decision-making.

Requirements:

• Fluent in English.
• Bachelor's degree in Geology or a related field
• Proven experience in geological interpretation, mapping, and field development within the oil and gas industry.
  • Preference for U.S. lower-48 experience
• Proficiency in geological interpretation software and data management.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a remote team environment.
• Familiarity with basic Python for data analysis is a plus.
• 1-10 years experience working as a Geologist preferred.

Common Tasks:

• Maintain Internal Base Maps and Cross-Sections.
• Organize Geological Data Files from Internal and External Sources.
• Maintain SQL Tables of Subsurface Data Inventory.
• Integrate new Geologic Data into Existing Models.
• Prepare Geological Data for Reservoir Modeling and Analysis.
• Load and Export Geological Data from the Kingdom.
• Document Status of Basin Wide Projects.

As we continue to expand our horizons, Stronghold is on the lookout for a skilled GIS Analyst to join our team. This role calls for someone who can seamlessly provide top-tier geospatial analysis and mapping solutions to a multi-faceted team in a dynamic setting. The ideal candidate will not only be proficient with the ArcGIS suite but should also be ready to thrive and deliver outstanding results in an entrepreneurial environment.
Responsibilities:

• Robust Mapping Support: Deliver comprehensive mapping support to Land, Engineering, and Geological teams, ensuring high-quality, accurate maps across various U.S. basins.
• Digitization and Data Editing: Perform digitization and editing of spatial data according to client requirements, ensuring data accuracy and relevance.
• Georeferencing: Utilize land records to perform precise georeferencing, aligning spatial data accurately within the designated coordinate system.
• GIS Database Management: Develop and maintain the GIS database, adhering to standard operating procedures to ensure data integrity, accessibility, and security.
• Data Integration: Collect and integrate data from diverse sources, providing critical insights to support GIS operations and decision-making processes.

• Data Entry: Execute efficient data entry from various sources to support GIS operations, maintaining data accuracy and consistency.

Qualifications:

• A Bachelor's degree in disciplines such as Geography, GIS.
• Three to Five years of experience as GIS Analyst.
• Proficiency with the ArcGIS suite and Product.
• Open to work from office in shifts.
• Knowledge of property legal terminology, including Deed plot and the Public Land Survey System (PLSS), will be beneficial.
• Previous experience working with Land teams in the upstream Oil and Gas sector is preferred.

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.

Education
Any Degree or 3-year Diploma

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.
• Insurance: Medical insurance and Group term life insurance.
• Continuous learning and development.
• Leave: Generous Paid Time Off policy | Parental Leaves

About Us

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.

Stronghold was founded by Ryan Turner in 2016 and has deployed over $1.6 billion in capital 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

Position Overview

Job Description:

Being part of our global petrotechnical team, this role will predominantly focus on the Oil & Gas vertical, offering insights, and expertise pertaining to the on-shore US territories. The position is an exceptional opportunity for individuals looking to build their career with an international firm and work in close collaboration with veterans from the top US shale operators.

Responsibilities:

• Undertake reservoir evaluations and interpretations to assess the viability and profitability of oil and gas extraction.
• Perform production analysis and forecasting across multiple onshore U.S. basins.
• Utilize proprietary software tools for predictive analyses regarding production levels.
• Deconstruct field development strategies of shale operators and use learnings to determine appropriate assumptions for future development plans
• Oversee data organization and maintain an internal database of the geological formations, field development plans and production forecasts.
• Work with the Investment Team, assisting in cost estimations, production forecasting, and risk assessments.
• Interface with multidisciplinary teams including geoscientists, reservoir engineers, and financial experts.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of a BS in Petroleum Engineering. MS or PhD is a plus, especially if research topic aligns with the domain of Estimation of Reserves, Petroleum Economics or Production Forecasting.
• 1-4 years of hands-on experience in Petroleum Engineering, with a focus on reservoir engineering or reserves reporting.
• Demonstrated ability in theory and application of Decline Curve Analysis.
• Familiarity with upstream Oil & Gas sector processes and technologies.
• Familiarty with unconventional reservoirs and completion technologies.
• Knowledge of basic finance concepts.
• Basic usage of data visualization tools such as Spotfire or Tableau.

Ideal Skill Set:

• MS or PhD in Petroleum Engineering with a focus on Fluid Flow in Porous Media, Decline Curve Analysis or Production Forecasting
• Demonstrable expertise in the evaluation and management of oil and gas reservoirs.
• Experience in drilling operations, well testing, and production optimization.
• Skills in Python (Numpy, Pandas, scikit-learn) and SQL are a significant plus.
• Proficiency in data visualization tools such as Spotfire or Tableau.
• Effective communication and presentation skills, capable of liaising with multidisciplinary teams.

Job Description:

As part of our global Petro technical team, this role will predominantly focus on the Oil & Gas vertical, providing insights and expertise related to onshore U.S. opportunities. This position offers an exceptional opportunity for individuals looking to build their careers with an international firm and collaborate closely with veterans from top U.S. shale operators.

Responsibilities:

• Lead a team of reservoir engineers and analysts, ensuring timely due diligence on all deals evaluated by the firm, and manage other ongoing Petrotech projects.
• Conduct reservoir engineering analyses to assess the viability and profitability of oil and gas assets.
• Perform production analysis and forecasting across multiple onshore U.S. basins.
• Utilize proprietary software tools for production forecasting and performance evaluation.
• Deconstruct shale operators’ field development strategies and apply learnings to determine appropriate assumptions for future development plans.
• Oversee data organization and maintain internal databases covering geological formations, field development plans, and production forecasts.
• Collaborate with the Investments group by advising on cost, pricing, key assumptions and risk assessments.
• Interface with multidisciplinary teams including geoscientists, geoinformatics specialists, and finance professionals.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of a BE/BTech in Petroleum Engineering; an MS or PhD is a plus, especially if the research aligns with reserves estimation, petroleum economics, or production forecasting.
• Minimum of 5 years of hands-on petroleum engineering experience, with a focus on shale and tight-oil reservoir engineering, acquisition & divestment support, and reserves reporting across the US Lower 48.
• Proficiency with data visualization tools such as Spotfire.
• Demonstrated capability in the theory and application of Decline Curve Analysis.
• Familiarity with unconventional reservoirs and completion technologies.
• Working knowledge of basic finance concepts.

Ideal Skill Set:

• MS or PhD in Petroleum Engineering with a focus on fluid flow in porous media, decline curve analysis, or production forecasting.
• Demonstrable expertise in the evaluation and management of shale, tight oil, and tight gas reservoirs.
• Experience in drilling operations, well testing, and production optimization.
• Strong skills in Python (NumPy, Pandas, scikit-learn) and SQL are a significant plus.
• Advanced proficiency in data visualization tools such as Spotfire