Head of PD, BD and Marketing

REQUISITES:Education: MBA Marketing / Finance or related fieldExperience:At least 12 years of progressive experience in Product Development, Business Development and Marketing within the Capital markets or financial services.Hands-on experience in launching new products, conducting market research and leading go-to-market strategies.Strong understanding of Pakistan’s capital market ecosystem and regulatory landscapeA good business understanding of the fintech landscapeExperience dealing with regulators, industry bodies and high-level stakeholders is highly desirable.Required Competencies:The ideal candidate should possess strong strategic thinking, leadership, stakeholder management, abreast with technological trends, analytical and forward-thinking mindset and adaptability to drive innovation and growth.Key ResponsibilitiesProduct DevelopmentExecute product development tasks by coordinating with relevant departments and conducting thorough research, including market analysis and feasibility studies, to explore new opportunities.Work closely with stakeholders to assess the viability of proposed services, enhance existing offerings and prepare detailed concept papers and supporting documents for IT/system-related initiatives.Maintain organized records of research and development materials, develop and monitor project roadmaps with clear milestones and timelines to ensure efficient execution.Continuously assess and improve existing products, draft and update policies, procedures and guidelines to align with evolving market needs and regulatory standards.Formulate and recommend strategies focusing service modernization, diversification and technological integrations.Building strong professional relationship with academia, self-regulatory institutions, local and abroad, through active participation in organizing joint studies focused on financial market eco-systems and overall economic factors impacting the same.Conduct in-depth analysis of market gaps and customer expectations to guide product and business strategy.Marketing & BrandingDevelop and implement comprehensive marketing and branding strategies to support NCCPL’s corporate vision.Oversee the design and dissemination of marketing collateral, including newsletters, annual reports, calendars, brochures and digital assets. • Manage website content and digital media platforms, ensuring brand consistency and stakeholder engagement.Manage the external communication and public affairs.Plan and execute awareness events, roadshows, and stakeholder outreach programs to promote NCCPL’s products and services domestically, while spearheading international marketing initiatives and brand-building efforts in coordination with relevant departments to enhance NCCPL’s market presence and reputation.Establishing strong strategic alliance with other SROs/CMI’s, key stakeholders through arrangement or partnering in joint marketing campaigns, investor education initiatives, local and foreign forums representation etc.Establishing, managing and utilizing, to the best possible extent, social media accounts, print media partnerships and capital market stakeholder collaborations for marketing and branding.Business DevelopmentFormulate and execute business development strategies based on prevailing local and international capital market trends to expand market reach, client base and strategic partnerships.Proactively identify new market segments, business opportunities and revenue streams aligned with NCCPL’s strategic objectives.Develop and nurture strong relationships with key stakeholders including clearing members, institutional clients, intermediaries and similar international clearing and payment institutions serving the capital markets.Lead initiatives for client onboarding, retention and satisfaction through continuous engagement and value addition.Research & TrainingOversee research initiatives to evaluate financial market trends, benchmark practices and innovations for product development and strategic planning.Design and deliver presentations, training sessions and workshops for NCCPL Clearing Members and other stakeholders to promote awareness and understanding of NCCPL products and services.Governance, Risk & ComplianceEnsure compliance with NCCPL’s internal policies including Information Security Management System (ISMS), Business Continuity Planning (BCP) and Quality Management Systems (QMS).Actively participate in internal and external audits and support the implementation of audit recommendations within the defined timelines.Champion a culture of continuous improvement, risk awareness and operational excellence across all assigned functions.Location: KarachiBenefits & Compensation:Remuneration package includes: Market competitive salary & other benefits as per Company policy.Interested candidates meeting the above-mentioned criteria can share CVs at hr@nccpl.com.pk Thank you!