Vice president – investment advisory

Position Overview:

Lead and institutionalize the advisory practice for a digital-first wealth platform in India, with end-to-end ownership of advisory strategy, client outcomes, AUA growth, and governance. The role focuses on building a scalable, high-quality advisory ecosystem that enhances portfolio performance, deepens client relationships, and drives sustainable business impact.

Role Type:

People Manager with team handling.

Responsibilities

1. Advisory Strategy & Business Ownership

Build and scale a differentiated India advisory value proposition to deepen advisory engagement across client segments. Own AUA growth, portfolio quality, and commercial yield through advisory-led interventions. Identify and drive engagement across large and strategic client segments via structured advisory frameworks. Take full ownership of advisory viability as a business, including penetration, revenue contribution, and scalability. Drive quarterly action plans with business teams to align investment strategy with organizational priorities. Conduct periodic review of AUA and portfolio composition to identify opportunities and optimize outcomes.

2. Portfolio Advisory & Client Outcomes

Oversee portfolio review frameworks, investment proposals, and client communication to improve conversion and engagement. Enhance model portfolios across risk profiles, ensuring strong alignment with suitability and risk-return objectives. Ensure timely execution of asset allocation calls with minimal cost and delay. Proactively guide clients and teams through market events, volatility, drawdowns, and portfolio optimization strategies. Provide clear, unbiased, and research-driven inputs in Investment Committees and strategic forums. Continuously refine advisory processes to maintain an institutional-grade client proposition.

3. Product, Platform & Feedback Loop

Partner with product teams to provide structured feedback on product acceptance, client appetite, and improvement areas. Strengthen portfolio and product review frameworks and embed them within digital advisory journeys. Enable a strong feedback loop from clients and frontline teams to improve product-market fit and platform experience.

4. Risk, Compliance & Governance

Ensure strict adherence to advisory processes, risk frameworks, and regulatory requirements. Maintain comprehensive repositories of asset allocation decisions, approvals, and audit trails. Develop a strong risk mindset across business, product, and client portfolios. Track regulatory changes and implement best practices across advisory operations. Proactively identify and escalate potential risks or breaches impacting business integrity.

5. Leadership & Team Development

Build, mentor, and guide the advisory team to ensure consistency in delivery and alignment with organizational goals. Drive a culture of client-centricity, integrity, empathy, and high performance. Develop team capabilities in problem-solving, market expertise, and advisory delivery. Create structured learning roadmaps and lead knowledge-sharing initiatives across teams. Establish a strong business continuity and operating framework for the advisory function.

Key Skills & Competencies

Deep expertise in investment advisory, asset allocation, and portfolio construction Strong understanding of macroeconomics, financial markets, and wealth products Strategic thinking with strong execution and business ownership mindset Proven ability to drive AUA growth and advisory penetration Strong risk, compliance, and governance orientation Leadership, stakeholder management, and influencing skills High integrity, client-centricity, and emotional intelligence

Preferred Qualifications

12–18+ years of experience in wealth management / advisory / fintech Proven track record of leading advisory teams and driving business outcomes Relevant certifications (CFA, CFP, NISM, or equivalent)