Analysis Skills, Competitive Analysis/Strategy, Competitive Research, Data Analysis, Financial Analysis, Interviewing Skills, Leadership, Market Analysis, Market Entry Strategy, Market Research, Operations Management, Performance Analysis, Project Execution, Project Planning, Project Tracking, Project/Program Management, Quality Metrics, Record Keeping, Reporting Skills, Strategic Planning, Time Management
Job Description
The Business Viability Manager oversees the Business Viability Agency, a student-based experiential learning unit that delivers financial analysis, market research, competitive analysis, and go-to-market strategy to support ventures across pre-launch and post-launch stages. This role is responsible for managing agency operations, overseeing project execution, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality, actionable insights.
The position combines operational leadership with a structured, professional learning environment in which students gain hands-on experience while contributing meaningful analysis that informs venture development, launch, strategy, and performance.
This position is not eligible for new visa sponsorship at this time. Candidates who already hold valid U.S. work authorization may be considered.
Key Responsibilities
OPERATIONS & PROJECT MANAGEMENT
Oversee product research and data analysis, including:
- Financial analysis to assess product and venture viability
- Market opportunity evaluation
- Go-to-market strategy development
- Lead day-to-day operations of the Business Viability Agency, including project intake, tracking, workflow coordination, and reporting
- Manage multiple concurrent engagements, ensuring projects are delivered on time and meet quality standards
- Maintain records of projects, team assignments, outcomes, and agency performance
- Prepare reports and provide regular updates to Albion Institute leadership
- Foster a professional, team-based environment emphasizing applied learning and accountability
TEAM MANAGEMENT
- Recruit, evaluate, and select students and interns through formal application and interview processes
- Assign student employees to project teams based on skills, experience, and project needs
- Monitor team performance and provide ongoing guidance and feedback
VENTURE ENGAGEMENT & COLLABORATION
- Serve as the primary liaison between Albion ventures and the Business Viability Agency
- Translate venture needs into clear project plans and analytical objectives
- Structure projects to support both venture outcomes and meaningful experiential learning for student employees
- Facilitate a consistent feedback loop between venture stakeholders, student employees, and Institute leadership
- Ensure ventures receive consistent, high-quality analytical support