Chief Operating Officer (COO) – Investment Advisory / Wealth Management

Location: Bangalore

Employment Type: Full-time

Industry: Financial Services / Wealth Management / Investment Advisory

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced, strategic, and high-performing Chief Operating Officer (COO) to lead our operational, compliance, and strategic growth initiatives. As a core member of the executive leadership team, you will oversee day-to-day operations, ensure seamless SEBI compliance, drive technological integration, and scale our investment advisory and wealth management platform.

Mandatory Requirement: Valid NISM Series X-A and NISM Series X-B (Investment Adviser Level 1 & Level 2) certifications.

Key Responsibilities

- Operational Leadership: Direct and optimize daily business operations across client onboarding, portfolio reporting, billing, and back-office workflows.
- Regulatory & Compliance Management: Ensure strict adherence to SEBI (Investment Advisers) Regulations, KYC/AML frameworks, and periodic regulatory filings in collaboration with compliance teams.
- Process & Technology Integration: Design scalable operational processes, integrate WealthTech tools, and automate portfolio management and reporting platforms.
- Risk & Governance: Establish robust risk mitigation strategies, internal audits, and operational controls to protect client assets and firm reputation.
- Team Leadership & Development: Lead, mentor, and build high-performing operations, client service,



and compliance support teams.
- Strategic Growth: Partner with the Founder/CEO to execute business strategies, manage operational budgets, and drive client retention and scale.

Qualifications & Requirements
- Certifications (Mandatory): Active NISM Series X-A and NISM Series X-B certifications
- Experience: 3+ years of progressive leadership experience in wealth management, SEBI-registered Investment Advisory (RIA), asset management, or fintech operations
- Education: Post-graduation in Business Administration (MBA), Finance, CA, or related quantitative field preferred
- Regulatory Expertise: In-depth knowledge of SEBI RIA guidelines, compliance standards, and wealth management operations
- Tech-Savvy: Robust familiarity with Portfolio Management Systems (PMS), CRM tools, and wealth automation platforms
- Leadership: Proven track record of scaling teams, managing cross-functional workflows, and driving operational efficiency

What We Offer
- Executive-level competitive compensation package including performance bonuses and equity incentives
- Direct influence on company vision, strategy, and strategic scaling
- Dynamic, growth-oriented work culture at the intersection of wealth management and financial technology

How to Apply If you possess the required NISM certifications and a proven leadership track record in wealth management operations, please apply directly via LinkedIn or send your resume to [email protected]

📌 COO (NISM XA XB Qualified) (Bengaluru)
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