Senior Manager

Live Connections; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Live Connections in Hyderabad is seeking a Senior Operations Leader to head Brokerage Operations (COBAM & Onboarding). You will lead a 50+ person team and drive governance, risk management, and cost optimization while aligning with global stakeholders.

The role requires strong expertise in Wealth Management operations, Lean/Six Sigma, and readiness for night shifts across a fast-paced financial services environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in Account Onboarding & Reference Data
• 3+ years of leadership experience
• Experience managing large teams (50+) and complex operations
• Strong stakeholder management and global exposure
• Expertise in risk management and operational controls
• Willingness to work in night shifts

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership across onboarding & reference data functions
• Manage complex operations with strong control frameworks
• Drive process improvements using Lean / Six Sigma methodologies
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and internal policies
• Manage stakeholder expectations and resolve business challenges
• Develop talent, improve engagement, and reduce attrition

Skills

Wealth Management

Job description

Senior Operations Leadership Role – Brokerage Operations (COBAM & Onboarding)

Key Skills:

• Wealth Management / Financial Services Operations

Note: Profiles from KYC / AML / Due Diligence backgrounds will not be considered

Role Overview:

• Lead large-scale Brokerage / Wealth Operations (50+ team size)


• Drive operational excellence, governance, and risk management


• Own financials – budgeting, productivity, and cost optimization


• Collaborate with global stakeholders for delivery and strategy alignment


• Lead transformation initiatives and continuous improvement programs


• Build and develop high-performing teams

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide leadership across onboarding & reference data functions


• Manage complex operations with strong control frameworks


• Drive process improvements using Lean / Six Sigma methodologies


• Ensure compliance with regulatory and internal policies


• Manage stakeholder expectations and resolve business challenges


• Develop talent, improve engagement, and reduce attrition

Required Qualifications:

• 10+ years of experience in Account Onboarding & Reference Data


• 3+ years of leadership experience


• Experience managing large teams (50+) and complex operations


• Strong stakeholder management and global exposure


• Expertise in risk management and operational controls


• Willingness to work in night shifts

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in Wealth Management operations


• Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, and process improvement frameworks


• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills