Univest – Head – Broking Operations Univest

The Corporate Institute; Gurugram District; On-site; INR 4,500,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

The Corporate Institute in India seeks a seasoned leader to head its Broking Operations & Risk function. You will build a scalable, technology-driven operations ecosystem, manage back office activities, KYC, settlements, and risk controls while ensuring regulatory adherence across the entire broking lifecycle.

You will lead a high-performing team, drive automation with TechExcel, and collaborate with Product/Technology to enhance operational systems and KPIs.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in Broking Operations within Indian capital markets.
• Proven hands-on experience across Back Office, KYC, DP Operations, RMS, Trade Processing, Settlements, Corporate Actions.
• Strong expertise with brokerage operational systems and OMS/RMS platforms.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Operational excellence

Process automation

Risk management

Analytical thinking

Tools

TechExcel

OMS

RMS

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.