Head – Broking Operations HR LOBBY

The Corporate Institute; Gurugram District; On-site; INR 3,500,000 - 5,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Univest in India is seeking a seasoned leader to head its Broking Operations & Risk function, building a scalable, tech-driven operations ecosystem with strong controls.

You will oversee Back Office, KYC, DP Ops, RMS, Trade Processing, and Settlements, driving automation and regulatory compliance.

A minimum of 10+ years in broking operations within Indian markets and hands-on experience with TechExcel are required; you will lead and scale a high-performing team.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in Broking Operations within Indian Capital Markets.
• Hands-on experience across Back Office, KYC, DP Operations, RMS, Trade Processing, Settlements and Corporate Actions.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and stakeholder management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end Broking Operations, including Back Office, KYC, DP Ops, RMS, Trade Processing, and Settlements.
• Ensure accuracy, process integrity, and timely execution across operations.
• Own and optimise brokerage operations on TechExcel.
• Collaborate with Product and Tech to automate workflows and improve platform efficiency.
• Develop robust operational controls, SOPs, and risk management frameworks.
• Monitor KPIs, identify improvements, drive process excellence.
• Coordinate with Exchanges, Depositories, Clearing Corporations, Banks, and ecosystem partners.
• Lead audits, reconciliations, incident management, and control reviews.
• Build and mentor a high-performing operations team with a culture of accountability.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Tools

TechExcel

Job description

About the Role:

Univest is looking for a seasoned leader to head its Broking Operations & Risk function. This role will be responsible for building and managing a scalable, technology-driven operations ecosystem while ensuring operational excellence, robust risk controls, and regulatory adherence across the entire broking lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities:

• – Lead the end-to-end Broking Operations function, including Back Office, KYC, Account Opening, DP Operations, RMS, Trade Processing, Settlements, Corporate Actions, and Customer Operations.
• – Ensure operational accuracy, process integrity, and timely execution across all operational functions.
• – Own and optimise brokerage operations on TechExcel and drive effective utilisation of the platform.
• – Collaborate with Product and Technology teams to enhance operational systems, automate workflows, and improve platform efficiency.
• – Develop and implement robust operational controls, SOPs, and risk management frameworks.
• – Monitor operational KPIs, identify improvement opportunities, and drive continuous process excellence.
• – Ensure seamless coordination with Stock Exchanges, Depositories, Clearing Corporations, Banks, and other ecosystem partners.
• – Lead operational audits, reconciliations, incident management, and control reviews.
• – Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing operations team while fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

What We're Looking For:

• – 10+ years of experience in Broking Operations within the Indian Capital Markets ecosystem.
• – Strong hands-on experience across Back Office, KYC, DP Operations, RMS, Trade Processing, Settlements, and Corporate Actions.
• – Proven hands-on expertise in TechExcel and a strong understanding of brokerage operational systems.
• – Good understanding of OMS/RMS platforms, exchange interfaces, depository operations, and the complete trade lifecycle.
• – Demonstrated experience in process automation, operational excellence, and risk management.
• – Strong analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.
• – Proven experience leading and scaling high-performing operations teams in a fast-paced brokerage environment.