Assistant Manager – Internal Audit

Internal Audit · Karachi · Full-Time

Job Responsibilities

• Execute internal audit fieldwork within established timelines in strict accordance with the approved Annual Audit Plan, ensuring all assigned audits are completed to scope and on schedule.
• Conduct thorough risk assessments across fund operations, investment processes, and back-office functions to identify control gaps and prioritize audit focus areas effectively.
• Perform detailed process walkthroughs, collect representative audit samples, and maintain comprehensive, well-organized audit documentation and working papers for each assignment.
• Identify audit findings through rigorous testing and analysis, drafting clear, actionable, and practical recommendations that address root causes rather than surface-level symptoms.
• Monitor the implementation status of previously issued audit recommendations, following up with relevant departments to ensure remedial actions are completed within agreed timeframes.
• Stay continuously informed about regulatory developments, including SECP circulars, directives, and amendments to asset management regulations, assessing their impact on HBL AMC’s control environment.
• Prepare clear and concise audit reports for review by the Senior Manager and Head of Internal Audit, ensuring findings are communicated professionally to relevant business unit heads.
• Support the broader internal audit function by participating in special investigations, ad-hoc reviews, and compliance checks as assigned by audit management.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant discipline from a recognized institution
• Professional Qualification: CMA, MBA (Finance), ACCA (Qualified), or CA (Finalist) required
• Experience: Minimum 3–5 years of relevant experience in internal auditing
• Key Skills: IFRS, auditing standards, corporate governance, risk assessment, audit documentation, SECP regulatory awareness
• Gender: Male / Female (equal opportunity employer; women encouraged to apply)
• Apply: Email CV to careers@hblasset.com with “Assistant Manager – Internal Audit” in the subject line

Senior Manager – Internal Audit

Internal Audit · Karachi · Full-Time

Job Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, scoping, and execution of the Annual Audit Plan for HBL Asset Management, allocating audit resources across fund operations, compliance, sales, and corporate functions.
• Supervise and review the work of Assistant Managers and audit staff, ensuring audit fieldwork, risk assessments, and documentation meet HBL AMC’s quality and professional standards.
• Present audit findings, risk ratings, and remediation status to senior management and the Board Audit Committee, providing clear analysis and strategic recommendations for governance improvement.
• Oversee complex or high-risk audit assignments personally, including investigations into suspected irregularities, fraud indicators, or significant control breakdowns within the organization.
• Liaise with external auditors, the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP), and the Mutual Funds Association of Pakistan (MUFAP) on regulatory audit and compliance matters affecting HBL AMC.
• Develop and refine HBL AMC’s internal audit methodology, risk-based audit universe, and quality assurance framework in alignment with IIA standards and asset management industry best practices.
• Mentor and develop the internal audit team’s technical capabilities, providing training on emerging risks, regulatory changes, and advanced audit techniques relevant to the asset management sector.
• Track and escalate unresolved audit issues to senior management, ensuring accountability for remediation and continuously strengthening HBL AMC’s overall control environment.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant discipline from a recognized institution
• Professional Qualification: CA, ACCA, CMA, or equivalent professional certification preferred
• Experience: Extensive internal audit experience with prior exposure to leading or supervising an audit team, preferably within asset management or financial services
• Key Skills: Audit leadership, risk-based audit planning, SECP/MUFAP regulatory knowledge, Board Audit Committee reporting, team supervision, fraud investigation
• Gender: Male / Female (equal opportunity employer; women encouraged to apply)
• Apply: Email CV to careers@hblasset.com with “Senior Manager – Internal Audit” in the subject line

Head of Research

Research & Investments · Karachi · Full-Time

Job Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of HBL AMC’s research function, including the planning, prioritization, and execution of equity, fixed income, and macroeconomic research projects across the team.
• Manage and mentor a team of research analysts, allocating coverage responsibilities, reviewing analytical output, and ensuring consistent quality across all research publications.
• Actively contribute to the Investment Committee by presenting research-backed recommendations on sector allocation, stock selection, and macroeconomic positioning for HBL AMC’s managed funds.
• Ensure all research publications, including daily market notes, company reports, and thematic research pieces, meet HBL AMC’s quality standards and are delivered within required timelines.
• Build and maintain proprietary financial models for fundamental valuation and quantitative analysis, ensuring methodologies remain robust and reflect evolving market conditions.
• Represent HBL AMC’s research views in client and stakeholder presentations, media engagements, and industry forums, articulating investment theses clearly and credibly.
• Monitor macroeconomic indicators, monetary policy decisions, and sector-specific developments to ensure the research team’s outlook remains current and actionable for portfolio management.
• Collaborate closely with portfolio managers and the CIO to align research priorities with the company’s overall investment strategy and risk appetite.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Education: Master’s degree from a recognized institution
• Professional Qualification: CFA qualification preferred
• Experience: Minimum 6 years of relevant experience, preferably on the buy-side or sell-side
• Key Skills: Capital markets analysis, fundamental & quantitative analysis, sector dynamics, financial modelling, report writing, presentation skills, team leadership
• Gender: Male / Female (equal opportunity employer; women encouraged to apply)
• Apply: Email CV to careers@hblasset.com with “Head of Research” in the subject line

Research Analyst

Research & Investments · Karachi · Full-Time

Job Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth research and financial analysis on listed companies, sectors, and macroeconomic trends to support investment decision-making across HBL AMC’s managed funds.
• Analyze extensive financial and market data from company filings, industry reports, and economic releases, collating findings into structured, actionable research outputs.
• Prepare detailed research reports, company updates, and sector notes for review by the Head of Research and presentation to the Investment Committee.
• Build and maintain financial models incorporating valuation techniques such as DCF, relative valuation, and earnings forecasting to support buy/sell/hold recommendations.
• Track corporate actions, earnings announcements, and regulatory developments affecting covered companies and sectors, updating research views in a timely manner.
• Participate in company visits, analyst briefings, and management calls to gather primary information that strengthens the depth and accuracy of research coverage.
• Support portfolio managers with ad-hoc analysis requests, scenario modelling, and data requirements needed for active investment decisions.
• Maintain organized research databases and tracking sheets to ensure historical data, assumptions, and model versions are properly documented and easily retrievable.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or a related quantitative field
• Experience: Relevant research or financial analysis background; entry to mid-level candidates considered
• Key Skills: Strong analytical and interpersonal skills, data analytical tools and techniques, portfolio theory concepts, financial modelling, excellent written and verbal communication
• Gender: Male / Female (equal opportunity employer; women encouraged to apply)
• Apply: Email CV to careers@hblasset.com with “Research Analyst” in the subject line

Digital Sales Executive

Digital Sales · Karachi · Full-Time

Job Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end onboarding of new customers via HBL AMC’s digital platforms, ensuring a smooth and efficient experience from initial inquiry through account activation.
• Guide customers step-by-step through account setup, digital identity verification, and online investment processes, resolving any issues that arise during the journey.
• Help clients understand the features, benefits, and usage of HBL AMC’s digital investment products, answering questions clearly and building customer confidence in the platform.
• Track onboarding records meticulously in the CRM system, ensuring accurate follow-up scheduling and timely resolution of any pending customer actions or documentation.
• Identify friction points and opportunities to optimize the digital onboarding journey, providing feedback to the digital product team to improve conversion rates and customer satisfaction.
• Coordinate with compliance and operations teams to ensure all digitally onboarded customers meet KYC and regulatory requirements before account activation is finalized.
• Respond promptly to customer queries received via digital channels including email, chat, and phone, maintaining HBL AMC’s service quality standards at all times.
• Prepare regular reports on digital onboarding volumes, conversion rates, and customer feedback trends for review by the Digital Sales management team.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field
• Experience: 1–2 years of experience in customer onboarding, digital sales, or client success
• Key Skills: Digital onboarding, CRM tracking, customer communication, technical aptitude for digital tools, problem-solving, interpersonal skills
• Gender: Male / Female (equal opportunity employer; women encouraged to apply)
• Apply: Email CV to careers@hblasset.com with “Digital Sales Executive” in the subject line

Manager / Senior Manager – Corporate Sales

Corporate Sales · Multiple Cities · Full-Time

Job Responsibilities

• Develop and manage relationships with corporate clients across assigned regions, positioning HBL AMC’s mutual fund and investment products as solutions for institutional treasury and surplus fund management.
• Drive achievement of assigned sales targets through proactive business development, prospecting new corporate accounts, and deepening existing client relationships within the region.
• Cross-sell HBL AMC’s range of investment products alongside complementary banking products and services, leveraging the broader HBL Group’s relationships and corporate network.
• Prepare and deliver compelling product presentations and investment proposals to corporate treasurers, CFOs, and finance teams, addressing their specific liquidity and investment objectives.
• Coordinate with HBL AMC’s research and operations teams to ensure corporate clients receive accurate, timely information on fund performance, NAVs, and account servicing matters.
• Monitor regional market conditions, competitor offerings, and corporate investment trends to identify opportunities and refine the regional sales approach accordingly.
• Maintain accurate sales pipeline records and prepare periodic performance reports for submission to senior sales leadership, highlighting wins, challenges, and market intelligence.
• Represent HBL AMC at regional corporate events, treasury forums, and industry conferences to build brand visibility and generate new business leads within the assigned territory.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, or related field
• Experience: Proven track record in corporate sales, preferably within banking or financial services
• Key Skills: Relationship management, corporate client acquisition, cross-selling, sales target achievement, presentation skills, regional market knowledge
• Gender: Male / Female (equal opportunity employer; women encouraged to apply)
• Location Preference: Candidates should specify preferred city (Lahore, Karachi, Rawalpindi, Islamabad, Hyderabad, Multan, or Peshawar) in their application
• Apply: Email CV to careers@hblasset.com with “Manager/Senior Manager Corporate Sales – [City]” in the subject line

Professional Category (Sales/Support Function)

Sales & Support · Karachi · Full-Time

Job Responsibilities

• Support HBL AMC’s broader sales and client servicing functions by handling client documentation, account maintenance requests, and routine investor service inquiries with professionalism and accuracy.
• Assist senior sales staff in preparing client proposals, presentation materials, and product comparison documents for prospective and existing investors.
• Coordinate between sales, operations, and compliance departments to ensure smooth processing of new client onboarding, redemptions, and account modification requests.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date client records in HBL AMC’s CRM and core systems, ensuring data integrity for reporting and regulatory purposes.
• Respond to client queries received via phone, email, or in-person visits, escalating complex matters to relevant senior staff while resolving routine issues independently.
• Support the preparation of periodic sales performance reports, tracking key metrics such as new accounts opened, assets under management growth, and client retention.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing the efficiency and client experience of HBL AMC’s sales and support operations.
• Ensure all client interactions and documentation comply with HBL AMC’s internal policies and applicable SECP regulatory requirements for the asset management industry.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, or a related field
• Experience: Prior experience in sales support, client servicing, or a related administrative function preferred
• Key Skills: Client servicing, documentation management, CRM proficiency, cross-departmental coordination, attention to detail, communication skills
• Gender: Male / Female (equal opportunity employer; women encouraged to apply)
• Apply: Email CV to careers@hblasset.com with “Professional Category – Sales/Support” in the subject line

Entry-Level Position (Sales/Support Function)

Sales & Support · Karachi · Entry-Level · Full-Time

Job Responsibilities

• Assist the Sales and Support team with day-to-day administrative tasks including filing, data entry, and basic client correspondence under the guidance of senior staff members.
• Learn HBL AMC’s product range, fund structures, and digital platforms through structured on-the-job training to build a strong foundation for a career in asset management.
• Support the onboarding process for new clients by collecting and verifying basic documentation, scheduling follow-ups, and updating client records in the CRM system.
• Respond to routine client questions and direct more complex queries to the appropriate senior team member, developing communication and client interaction skills over time.
• Assist in compiling data for sales and performance reports, helping the team track key metrics and prepare materials for management review.
• Participate actively in training sessions, mentorship programs, and cross-departmental rotations designed to build broad exposure to HBL AMC’s business functions.
• Maintain organized physical and digital filing systems for client documents, ensuring easy retrieval and compliance with the company’s record-keeping standards.
• Take initiative to learn new tools, processes, and product knowledge, demonstrating the eagerness to grow into a more senior sales or support role within HBL AMC.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Commerce, or a related field
• Experience: Fresh graduates are welcome to apply; no prior professional experience required
• Key Skills: Willingness to learn, basic computer literacy, communication skills, attention to detail, teamwork, customer service orientation
• Gender: Male / Female (equal opportunity employer; women encouraged to apply)
• Apply: Email CV to careers@hblasset.com with “Entry-Level Position – Sales/Support” in the subject line