Strategic Initiatives Lead

About Us: 
Atari is one of the world’s most iconic consumer brands and a pioneer in the video game industry, known for creating classics like Pong, Asteroids, and Centipede. Today, Atari Inc. continues to build on its legacy by developing games, hardware, and experiences that honor the past while driving innovation for the future.

Over the past two years, we've been building Atari India, a growing team that plays a critical role in supporting our global operations. We're proud of the team we've assembled so far, and we’re just getting started. As part of a lean, high-impact organization, the team in India works closely with colleagues in North America and Europe on projects that move Atari forward. Whether you're helping launch a new game, keeping our infrastructure secure, or supporting day-to-day operations, your work here matters. Join us as we continue to grow Atari India and build the future of a legendary brand.

The Role
We are looking for a Strategic Initiatives Lead based in New Delhi, India, who will work directly with the executive team and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of Atari. This is a high-impact role ideal for a strategy consultant with a minimum of 5 years of experience. You will independently lead complex, cross-functional initiatives, establish a structured approach to product management and execution, and elevate the capabilities of the broader team. The right candidate will bring clarity to chaos, drive decision-making through rigorous analysis, and act as a force multiplier across all operational and strategic initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Strategic Projects: Drive high-stakes initiatives such as insourcing critical vendors, launching new business models, or executing market entry plans.
• Problem Structuring & Communication: Break down complex problems into manageable workstreams, synthesize findings, and present clear, actionable recommendations.
• Executive-Ready Deliverables: Create compelling, insight-rich slide decks and documents that support decision-making at the executive and board level.
• Develop and Evangelize Product Management Frameworks: Establish best practices and structured playbooks for product development and roadmap execution across teams.
• Market & Vendor Analysis: Lead strategic evaluations of vendors, competitive landscapes, and new market opportunities.
• Team Upleveling: Mentor and develop talent within the India team—raising the bar for structured thinking, execution rigor, and communication quality.
• Cross-Functional Leadership: Serve as the connective tissue between departments—aligning tech, product, marketing, and operations to execute against common goals.
• Information Gathering & Decision Support: Proactively collect and distill data across stakeholders to drive clarity and alignment for the executive team.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in strategy consulting (McKinsey, BCG, Bain, or similar).
• Exceptional problem-solving, structured thinking, and communication skills.
• Strong experience in crafting executive-level presentations and recommendations.
• Demonstrated ability to independently lead complex projects with multiple stakeholders.
• Solid understanding of product management principles and lifecycle frameworks.
• Strong business acumen, with a deep analytical mindset and attention to detail.
• Experience in market analysis, vendor selection, and roadmap development.
• Proven leadership ability with a collaborative and hands-on style.
• Must be based in New Delhi, India.

What We Offer

• A rare opportunity to shape the future of one of the most legendary brands in gaming and entertainment.
• Exposure to strategic decision-making at the executive level.
• High ownership role with the ability to drive real impact across the business.
• A culture of agility, innovation, and collaboration.
• Competitive compensation and fast-track career development for high performers.

Examples of Strategic Initiatives

• Building and executing an insourcing roadmap for a key external vendor.
• Defining a go-to-market plan for a new digital product or vertical.
• Creating a unified framework for product management across business units.
• Leading due diligence on potential acquisitions or strategic partnerships.