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Ms. Maria Mittermair
Ms. Maria Mittermair
Director
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Mr. Ahsan Jamal
Mr. Ahsan Jamal
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Syed Kazim Raza
Syed Kazim Raza
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Mr. Faisal Anwar
Mr. Faisal Anwar
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Mr. Suleman Lalani
Mr. Suleman Lalani
Director / Chairman
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Ms. Iffat Zehra Mankani
Ms. Iffat Zehra Mankani
Chief Executive Officer
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Mr. Hasan Shahid
Mr. Hasan Shahid
Director
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Ms. Mediha Kamal Afsar
Ms. Mediha Kamal Afsar
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Mr. Abdul Basit Siddiqui
Mr. Abdul Basit Siddiqui
Head of Wealth Management
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Syed Muhammad Anwer
Syed Muhammad Anwer
Head of Information And Technology
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Mr. Raheel Rehman
Mr. Raheel Rehman
Chief Financial Officer
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Ms. Samina Faisal
Ms. Samina Faisal
Country Head Business Development
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Mr. Malik Zafar Javaid
Mr. Malik Zafar Javaid
Chief Compliance & Risk Officer
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Syed Hussain Haider
Syed Hussain Haider
Chief Investment Officer
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Mr. Muhammad Khawar Iqbal
Mr. Muhammad Khawar Iqbal
Chief Operating Officer & Company Secretary
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Ms. Iffat Zehra Mankani
Ms. Iffat Zehra Mankani
Chief Executive Officer
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Mr. Musab Iqbal
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Ms. Maria Mittermair (Director)

Highly accomplished executive from Austria with extensive leadership experience across the international energy and chemicals industry, financial-market ecosystems, and public policy shaping. Brings strong expertise at the intersection of geopolitics, macroeconomics, regulatory design, and public-policy strategy, with a proven ability to translate complex geopolitical and economic developments into actionable business strategies that enable sustainable growth, asset optimization, and market expansion.

Demonstrated success in shaping policy and regulatory environments for industrial, financial, and investment institutions while managing complex cross-border risks. Builds and sustains high-impact partnerships with governments, sovereign wealth funds, global banks, multilateral agencies, and financial regulators.

Recognized for strategic foresight, analytical rigor, and negotiation skills, with the ability to communicate complex geopolitical, economic, and technical issues to senior financial, corporate, and governmental stakeholders. Supported by a global network across Europe, MENA, CIS, the Americas, and Asia-Pacific, consistently driving favorable policy, investment, and transaction outcomes that enhance enterprise value.

Ms. Maria Mittermair (Director)

Highly accomplished executive from Austria with extensive leadership experience across the international energy and chemicals industry, financial-market ecosystems, and public policy shaping. Brings strong expertise at the intersection of geopolitics, macroeconomics, regulatory design, and public-policy strategy, with a proven ability to translate complex geopolitical and economic developments into actionable business strategies that enable sustainable growth, asset optimization, and market expansion.

Demonstrated success in shaping policy and regulatory environments for industrial, financial, and investment institutions while managing complex cross-border risks. Builds and sustains high-impact partnerships with governments, sovereign wealth funds, global banks, multilateral agencies, and financial regulators.

Recognized for strategic foresight, analytical rigor, and negotiation skills, with the ability to communicate complex geopolitical, economic, and technical issues to senior financial, corporate, and governmental stakeholders. Supported by a global network across Europe, MENA, CIS, the Americas, and Asia-Pacific, consistently driving favorable policy, investment, and transaction outcomes that enhance enterprise value.

Mr. Ahsan Jamal (Director)

Ahsan Jamal is a distinguished Digital Transformation and Innovation Specialist currently serving as the Chief Digital Officer (CDO) at JS Bank Limited. He possesses over two decades of extensive leadership experience in developing and managing digital strategies, specifically focused on Digital Banking, Payments, Cards/Acquiring Business, FinTech, and Digital Financial Services. He has been a pivotal force in shaping the digital direction of the organizations he has served.

At JS Bank, he is responsible for steering the enterprise-wide digital strategy, aligning it with core business objectives to drive revenue growth, enhance customer engagement, and optimize operational efficiency. Prior to JS Bank, he has led Digital Transformation at Habib Metropolitan Bank, Samba Bank and Faysal Bank. His pioneering track record includes the launch of Pakistan's first third-party merchant acquiring network (KEENU) and establishing NIFTePay at National Institutional Facilitation Technologies (NIFT), demonstrating a sustained commitment to creating inclusive and interconnected payment systems.

Ahsan’s academic qualifications include a Masters of Business Administration (MBA) from IoBM, a Masters of Computer Science (MCS) from SZABIST, and a Bachelors of Computer Science (BCS) from BCCI FAST.

Mr. Ahsan Jamal (Director)

Ahsan Jamal is a distinguished Digital Transformation and Innovation Specialist currently serving as the Chief Digital Officer (CDO) at JS Bank Limited. He possesses over two decades of extensive leadership experience in developing and managing digital strategies, specifically focused on Digital Banking, Payments, Cards/Acquiring Business, FinTech, and Digital Financial Services. He has been a pivotal force in shaping the digital direction of the organizations he has served.

At JS Bank, he is responsible for steering the enterprise-wide digital strategy, aligning it with core business objectives to drive revenue growth, enhance customer engagement, and optimize operational efficiency. Prior to JS Bank, he has led Digital Transformation at Habib Metropolitan Bank, Samba Bank and Faysal Bank. His pioneering track record includes the launch of Pakistan's first third-party merchant acquiring network (KEENU) and establishing NIFTePay at National Institutional Facilitation Technologies (NIFT), demonstrating a sustained commitment to creating inclusive and interconnected payment systems.

Ahsan’s academic qualifications include a Masters of Business Administration (MBA) from IoBM, a Masters of Computer Science (MCS) from SZABIST, and a Bachelors of Computer Science (BCS) from BCCI FAST.

Syed Kazim Raza (Director)

A seasoned banking professional with more than 30 years of Retail banking experience Syed Kazim Raza has an Electrical Engineering background with management certifications from Nottingham Trent University and The Securities Institute( Both UK ) . He is a Fellow, Institute of Bankers , Pakistan and Certified as a Director from Institute of Cost and Management Accounting .

He is currently the Group Head ofBranch Distribution & Transaction banking at JS Bank Limited with whom he has been associated for the last three years. Prior experiences include Country Head of Branch Banking at both Standard Chartered Bank and Faysal Bank . Prior to joining JS Bank, he was the Group Head of Retail Banking in Burj and AlbarakaBank , Pakistan . Mr. Kazim has represented all the above banks in numerous international conferences and workshops. (CSAA).

Syed Kazim Raza (Director)

A seasoned banking professional with more than 30 years of Retail banking experience Syed Kazim Raza has an Electrical Engineering background with management certifications from Nottingham Trent University and The Securities Institute( Both UK ) . He is a Fellow, Institute of Bankers , Pakistan and Certified as a Director from Institute of Cost and Management Accounting .

He is currently the Group Head ofBranch Distribution & Transaction banking at JS Bank Limited with whom he has been associated for the last three years. Prior experiences include Country Head of Branch Banking at both Standard Chartered Bank and Faysal Bank . Prior to joining JS Bank, he was the Group Head of Retail Banking in Burj and AlbarakaBank , Pakistan . Mr. Kazim has represented all the above banks in numerous international conferences and workshops. (CSAA).

Mr. Faisal Anwar (Director)

Mr. Faisal Anwar is a seasoned banking professional with over 25 years of extensive experience in Treasury, Global Markets, Financial Institutions, and Corporate Strategy. He is currently serving as the Group Head of Treasury and Financial Institutions at BankIslami Pakistan Limited, where he plays a pivotal role in driving strategic growth, optimizing liquidity, and implementing innovative Shariah-compliant financial solutions.

Throughout his career, Mr. Anwar has worked with prominent local and international financial institutions, including HBL, Meezan Bank, Deutsche Bank, Standard Chartered, MCB, UBL, and Bank Alfalah.

His core expertise spans asset-liability management, foreign exchange risk mitigation, investment governance, and business development. He is also recognized for his ability to build high-performing teams and launch innovative products that deliver measurable results.

An Investment Banking Gold Medalist and an MBA graduate from the prestigious Institute of Business Administration (IBA), Karachi, Mr. Anwar is also a Certified Shariah Advisor and Auditor (CSAA).

Mr. Faisal Anwar (Director)

Mr. Faisal Anwar is a seasoned banking professional with over 25 years of extensive experience in Treasury, Global Markets, Financial Institutions, and Corporate Strategy. He is currently serving as the Group Head of Treasury and Financial Institutions at BankIslami Pakistan Limited, where he plays a pivotal role in driving strategic growth, optimizing liquidity, and implementing innovative Shariah-compliant financial solutions.

Throughout his career, Mr. Anwar has worked with prominent local and international financial institutions, including HBL, Meezan Bank, Deutsche Bank, Standard Chartered, MCB, UBL, and Bank Alfalah.

His core expertise spans asset-liability management, foreign exchange risk mitigation, investment governance, and business development. He is also recognized for his ability to build high-performing teams and launch innovative products that deliver measurable results.

An Investment Banking Gold Medalist and an MBA graduate from the prestigious Institute of Business Administration (IBA), Karachi, Mr. Anwar is also a Certified Shariah Advisor and Auditor (CSAA).

Mr. Suleman Lalani (Director / Chariman)

Mr. Suleman Lalani is the Non-Executive Director and Chairman of the Board of Directors of JS Investments Limited. He is presently the Group President of Jahangir Siddiqui & Co. Limited (“JSCL”).

Before his elevation to the position of Group President, he was serving as Vice Chairman of JSCL,Mr. Lalani has also served JSCL as its Chief Executive Officer for more than a decade. Prior to joining JSCL, he has served in the capacities of the Executive Director Finance & Operations and Company Secretary and Chief Financial Officer and Company Secretary for seven years, in JS Investments Limited.

Mr. Lalani started his career with JSCL in 1992, where he worked for over eight years. In 2000, he waspromoted to the position of Chief Operating Officer of Jahangir Siddiqui
Investment Bank Limited, a subsidiary of JSCL. In January 2002, he joined The First Microfinance Bank Limited as its Chief Financial Officer and Company Secretary.

Mr. Lalani is a Fellow member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan and has 25 years of experience in the financial services sector. He has also completed the Board Development Series Certificate Program conducted by the Pakistan Institute of Corporate Governance. He is also the Chairman of the Board of Directors of BankIslami Pakistan.

Other Directorships:

  1. BankIslami Pakistan Limited
  2. Al-Abbas Sugar Mills Limited
  3. TRG Pakistan Limited

Mr. Suleman Lalani (Director / Chariman)

Mr. Suleman Lalani is the Non-Executive Director and Chairman of the Board of Directors of JS Investments Limited. He is presently the Group President of Jahangir Siddiqui & Co. Limited (“JSCL”).

Before his elevation to the position of Group President, he was serving as Vice Chairman of JSCL,Mr. Lalani has also served JSCL as its Chief Executive Officer for more than a decade. Prior to joining JSCL, he has served in the capacities of the Executive Director Finance & Operations and Company Secretary and Chief Financial Officer and Company Secretary for seven years, in JS Investments Limited.

Mr. Lalani started his career with JSCL in 1992, where he worked for over eight years. In 2000, he waspromoted to the position of Chief Operating Officer of Jahangir Siddiqui
Investment Bank Limited, a subsidiary of JSCL. In January 2002, he joined The First Microfinance Bank Limited as its Chief Financial Officer and Company Secretary.

Mr. Lalani is a Fellow member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan and has 25 years of experience in the financial services sector. He has also completed the Board Development Series Certificate Program conducted by the Pakistan Institute of Corporate Governance. He is also the Chairman of the Board of Directors of BankIslami Pakistan.

Other Directorships:

  1. BankIslami Pakistan Limited
  2. Al-Abbas Sugar Mills Limited
  3. TRG Pakistan Limited

Ms. Iffat Zehra Mankani(Chief Executive Officer)

Ms. Iffat Zehra Mankani is the Chief Executive Officer of JS Investments Limited. She comes with a globally diversified experience of over two decades in both public and private markets across multiple asset classes. During her work experiences in the capital markets in Pakistan, she held various senior strategy and research roles, both on the buy and sell-side of the industry, including the National Investment Trust, JS Investments Limited and BMA Asset Management Company Limited.

Working as a sell side analyst, Ms. Iffat was often quoted in the financial press, and was well known for her accuracy as a strategist. In her buy-side roles as Chief Investment Officer at JS Investments (2005-2007) and BMA Asset Management (2007-2011), she led the successful implementation of a disciplined asset and risk allocation process, resulting in consistent top quartile performance for funds under management. These included some pioneering products in the industry, such as the asset allocation fund, capital protected fund, index fund, an offshore listed hedge fund and separately managed accounts.

Prior to joining JS Investments, she was working in the Deals Advisory team at PwC Canada, where she made significant contributions in the space of complex financial instruments and private debt valuations amongst others, helping to steer the business toward sustainable growth. Moreover, she has also held diversified roles in the risk management groups of leading Canadian Banks (Bank of Montreal and CIBC) associated with their quants and trading risk oversight teams. In addition to making numerous value additions in her role as a Risk Manager of equity, fixed income and structured product desk, she also spearheaded bank wide regulatory and infrastructure projects and initiatives.

She holds a Master of Finance from Rotman School of Management (University of Toronto) and Master of Business Administration from the Institute of Business Administration, Karachi.

Other Directorship:

  1. Mutual Funds Association of Pakistan

Ms. Iffat Zehra Mankani(Chief Executive Officer)

Ms. Iffat Zehra Mankani is the Chief Executive Officer of JS Investments Limited. She comes with a globally diversified experience of over two decades in both public and private markets across multiple asset classes. During her work experiences in the capital markets in Pakistan, she held various senior strategy and research roles, both on the buy and sell-side of the industry, including the National Investment Trust, JS Investments Limited and BMA Asset Management Company Limited.

Working as a sell side analyst, Ms. Iffat was often quoted in the financial press, and was well known for her accuracy as a strategist. In her buy-side roles as Chief Investment Officer at JS Investments (2005-2007) and BMA Asset Management (2007-2011), she led the successful implementation of a disciplined asset and risk allocation process, resulting in consistent top quartile performance for funds under management. These included some pioneering products in the industry, such as the asset allocation fund, capital protected fund, index fund, an offshore listed hedge fund and separately managed accounts.

Prior to joining JS Investments, she was working in the Deals Advisory team at PwC Canada, where she made significant contributions in the space of complex financial instruments and private debt valuations amongst others, helping to steer the business toward sustainable growth. Moreover, she has also held diversified roles in the risk management groups of leading Canadian Banks (Bank of Montreal and CIBC) associated with their quants and trading risk oversight teams. In addition to making numerous value additions in her role as a Risk Manager of equity, fixed income and structured product desk, she also spearheaded bank wide regulatory and infrastructure projects and initiatives.

She holds a Master of Finance from Rotman School of Management (University of Toronto) and Master of Business Administration from the Institute of Business Administration, Karachi.

Other Directorship:

  1. Mutual Funds Association of Pakistan

Mr. Hasan Shahid (Director)

Mr. Hasan Shahid serves as Company Secretary at BankIslami Pakistan Limited, boasting an extensive background with over two decades of experience in diverse areas such as acquisition, group restructuring, finance, auditing, internal controls evaluation and redesigning, compliance, and taxation.

His professional journey boasts significant contributions to Jahangir Siddiqui & Co Ltd., where he commenced his tenure as Manager Finance in 2006. Over time, Mr. Shahid ascended through the ranks within the organization, holding pivotal roles such as Chief Financial Officer, Company Secretary, and eventually Director Finance by 2019. His portfolio of responsibilities spans a broad spectrum, encompassing financial management, acquisitions, reporting, audit, taxation, compliance with laws, and various secretarial matters. Additionally, Mr. Hasan has provided his expertise to JS Bank Limited, culminating in his role as Company Secretary and Head of Legal, which he assumed in November 2019 after a two-year stint as Chief Financial Officer.

Mr. Hasan Shahid holds the distinction of being a fellow member of both the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan (ICAP) and the Pakistan Institute of Public Financial Accountants (PIPFA). Additionally, he earned a Master’s degree in Economics from the University of Karachi. He has also completed the Board Development Series Certificate Program conducted by the Pakistan Institute of Corporate Governance. He also serves as a non-executive director and a key member of the Board Audit Committee at JS Investment Limited.

Beyond his roles in the financial sector, Mr. Shahid actively participates in philanthropic efforts as a Trustee at Future Trust, a non-profit benevolent organization established by JS Group. This charitable trust aims to promote, advance and encourage education, medical and healthcare, vocations, rehabilitation, protection and improvement of the environment, self-help, microfinance, relief against poverty and general improvement of the socio-economic conditions and living standards of the people of Pakistan.

Mr. Hasan Shahid (Director)

Mr. Hasan Shahid serves as Company Secretary at BankIslami Pakistan Limited, boasting an extensive background with over two decades of experience in diverse areas such as acquisition, group restructuring, finance, auditing, internal controls evaluation and redesigning, compliance, and taxation.

His professional journey boasts significant contributions to Jahangir Siddiqui & Co Ltd., where he commenced his tenure as Manager Finance in 2006. Over time, Mr. Shahid ascended through the ranks within the organization, holding pivotal roles such as Chief Financial Officer, Company Secretary, and eventually Director Finance by 2019. His portfolio of responsibilities spans a broad spectrum, encompassing financial management, acquisitions, reporting, audit, taxation, compliance with laws, and various secretarial matters. Additionally, Mr. Hasan has provided his expertise to JS Bank Limited, culminating in his role as Company Secretary and Head of Legal, which he assumed in November 2019 after a two-year stint as Chief Financial Officer.

Mr. Hasan Shahid holds the distinction of being a fellow member of both the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan (ICAP) and the Pakistan Institute of Public Financial Accountants (PIPFA). Additionally, he earned a Master’s degree in Economics from the University of Karachi. He has also completed the Board Development Series Certificate Program conducted by the Pakistan Institute of Corporate Governance. He also serves as a non-executive director and a key member of the Board Audit Committee at JS Investment Limited.

Beyond his roles in the financial sector, Mr. Shahid actively participates in philanthropic efforts as a Trustee at Future Trust, a non-profit benevolent organization established by JS Group. This charitable trust aims to promote, advance and encourage education, medical and healthcare, vocations, rehabilitation, protection and improvement of the environment, self-help, microfinance, relief against poverty and general improvement of the socio-economic conditions and living standards of the people of Pakistan.

Ms. Mediha Kamal Afsar (Director)

Ms. Mediha Afsar serves as an independent director at JS Investments Limited, bringing a diverse skill-set rooted in Brand Strategy, Economics, and International Marketing. She completed her education at the London School of Economics in 2011 and Regents Business School London in 2008, where she earned top honors in her Masters of Science in Economic Sociology and BA (Hons) in International Marketing.

With a career dedicated to creating, developing, and sustaining global identities, Ms. Afsar, has accumulated experience in both the financial and FMCG sectors. She has provided advisory services and managed marketing departments, brand activations, communication campaigns, and product lines. Her contributions include the development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), auditing processes, and establishing streamlined procedures for transparency, efficacy, and coordination.

Ms. Afsar, has successfully overseen a diversified portfolio of dairy products under a prominent flagship premium brand in Pakistan, boasting an annual turnover exceeding USD 90 million. Notably, she has played a key role in setting examination questions for future bankers at the Institute of Bankers Pakistan. Additionally, she founded a freelance consultancy service aimed at delivering comprehensive brand communication frameworks, revival strategies, and creative idea generation to clients seeking to enhance their brand health.

Beyond her corporate endeavors, Ms. Mediha Afsar is a modern expressionist painter, gaining recognition through publications in European magazines and participating in curated international art exhibitions and residencies. Her multidimensional expertise adds a unique perspective to the board of JS Investments Limited.

Ms. Mediha Kamal Afsar (Director)

Ms. Mediha Afsar serves as an independent director at JS Investments Limited, bringing a diverse skill-set rooted in Brand Strategy, Economics, and International Marketing. She completed her education at the London School of Economics in 2011 and Regents Business School London in 2008, where she earned top honors in her Masters of Science in Economic Sociology and BA (Hons) in International Marketing.

With a career dedicated to creating, developing, and sustaining global identities, Ms. Afsar, has accumulated experience in both the financial and FMCG sectors. She has provided advisory services and managed marketing departments, brand activations, communication campaigns, and product lines. Her contributions include the development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), auditing processes, and establishing streamlined procedures for transparency, efficacy, and coordination.

Ms. Afsar, has successfully overseen a diversified portfolio of dairy products under a prominent flagship premium brand in Pakistan, boasting an annual turnover exceeding USD 90 million. Notably, she has played a key role in setting examination questions for future bankers at the Institute of Bankers Pakistan. Additionally, she founded a freelance consultancy service aimed at delivering comprehensive brand communication frameworks, revival strategies, and creative idea generation to clients seeking to enhance their brand health.

Beyond her corporate endeavors, Ms. Mediha Afsar is a modern expressionist painter, gaining recognition through publications in European magazines and participating in curated international art exhibitions and residencies. Her multidimensional expertise adds a unique perspective to the board of JS Investments Limited.

Mr. Abdul Basit Siddiqui (Head of Wealth Management)

Mr. Basit has 20+ years of diversified experience of segments like Private Banking. Retail Branch Banking. Wealth Management, Consumer Assets, Islamic Banking and Emerging Banks. He has developed and managed substantial portfolios, along with extensive exposure of integration & mergers of banks. Mr. Basit holds various top performers & role model awards.

Prior to JSIL, he has worked with JS Bank, Standard Chartered Bank, Samba Bank, Burj Bank, Emaan Islamic Banking and Silk Bank.

Mr. Abdul Basit Siddiqui (Head of Wealth Management)

Mr. Basit has 20+ years of diversified experience of segments like Private Banking. Retail Branch Banking. Wealth Management, Consumer Assets, Islamic Banking and Emerging Banks. He has developed and managed substantial portfolios, along with extensive exposure of integration & mergers of banks. Mr. Basit holds various top performers & role model awards.

Prior to JSIL, he has worked with JS Bank, Standard Chartered Bank, Samba Bank, Burj Bank, Emaan Islamic Banking and Silk Bank.

Syed Muhammad Anwer (Head of Information And Technology)

Mr. Anwer has an overall 18 years of experience covering the ambits of Infrastructure, ERP implementation, Data Centre, DR and Project Management mainly in the insurance sector. He has completed his MBA Coursework from Hamdard University, Karachi and holds Bachelors in Computer Science degree from AL Khair University (AJK) Bhimber.

Prior to joining us Mr. Anwer was working with Dawood Family Takaful as Head of Information Technology, where he lead the ERP, CRM, Online Digital Payment, Portal development & implementation teams and was given an additional responsibility of Chief Information Security Officer.

In the past, Mr. Anwer served Pak Qatar Takaful as Senior Manager Information Technology & Systems. He has also worked as a Project Manager for Millennium Software, overseeing the implementation of multiple projects in Pakistan, as a Business Analyst for PICIC Insurance Ltd., and as an Oracle Programmer / Analyst for International General Insurance Limited (IGI).

 

Syed Muhammad Anwer (Head of Information And Technology)

Mr. Anwer has an overall 18 years of experience covering the ambits of Infrastructure, ERP implementation, Data Centre, DR and Project Management mainly in the insurance sector. He has completed his MBA Coursework from Hamdard University, Karachi and holds Bachelors in Computer Science degree from AL Khair University (AJK) Bhimber.

Prior to joining us Mr. Anwer was working with Dawood Family Takaful as Head of Information Technology, where he lead the ERP, CRM, Online Digital Payment, Portal development & implementation teams and was given an additional responsibility of Chief Information Security Officer.

In the past, Mr. Anwer served Pak Qatar Takaful as Senior Manager Information Technology & Systems. He has also worked as a Project Manager for Millennium Software, overseeing the implementation of multiple projects in Pakistan, as a Business Analyst for PICIC Insurance Ltd., and as an Oracle Programmer / Analyst for International General Insurance Limited (IGI).

 

Mr. Raheel Rehman (Chief Financial Officer)

Mr. Rehman is an Associate Member (ACA) of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan (ICAP) and a Certified Internal Controls Auditor (CICA) from the Institute of Internal Controls (IIC). He boasts more than 13 years of diversified experience in Finance, Corporate Compliance, AML / CFT, Internal Audit and Assurance.

Prior to joining JSIL, Mr. Rehman was associated with ICAP as Chief Financial Officer and Head of Anti-Money Laundering. Notably, he was nominated as a member of Pakistan's Core team responsible for handling the country's engagement with the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) / Asia Pacific Group (APG). His contributions aided in Pakistan's successful removal from the FATF Grey list.

Prior to these roles, Mr. Rehman was affiliated with NBP Fund Management Limited as Senior Vice President – Head of Compliance. Earlier in his career, Mr. Rehman has also remained associated with A.F. Ferguson & Co. Chartered Accountants and Grant Thornton Anjum Rahman, Chartered Accountants in various capacities.

Mr. Raheel Rehman (Chief Financial Officer)

Mr. Rehman is an Associate Member (ACA) of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan (ICAP) and a Certified Internal Controls Auditor (CICA) from the Institute of Internal Controls (IIC). He boasts more than 13 years of diversified experience in Finance, Corporate Compliance, AML / CFT, Internal Audit and Assurance.

Prior to joining JSIL, Mr. Rehman was associated with ICAP as Chief Financial Officer and Head of Anti-Money Laundering. Notably, he was nominated as a member of Pakistan's Core team responsible for handling the country's engagement with the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) / Asia Pacific Group (APG). His contributions aided in Pakistan's successful removal from the FATF Grey list.

Prior to these roles, Mr. Rehman was affiliated with NBP Fund Management Limited as Senior Vice President – Head of Compliance. Earlier in his career, Mr. Rehman has also remained associated with A.F. Ferguson & Co. Chartered Accountants and Grant Thornton Anjum Rahman, Chartered Accountants in various capacities.

Ms. Samina Faisal (Country Head Business Development)

Ms. Faisal brings an overall 32 years of extensive experience in Institutional & Corporate Sales, Wealth Management, and Distribution of Mutual Funds & Bancassurance. Prior to joining JSIL, she was operating her own consulting firm in the name of Litmus Consulting since 2005 where she launched structuring and executing innovative financing and risk management transactions with corporates and financial institutions in Pakistan and the Middle East, in collaboration with various industry partners. In addition, she was providing technical training in areas such as treasury, risk management, asset management and training of soft skills such as sales and management to corporates and financial institutions in Pakistan.

During her consulting journey, she also worked for Askari Investment Management as ‘Head of Business Development & Sales’ from 2015 to 2016.

Prior to initiating her own consulting firm, she was employed with Standard Chartered Bank from 1997 to 2005 where she performed key management roles such as Head of Investor Services (Wealth Management), Head of Institutional & Corporate Sales (Global Markets), Chief Dealer (Money Market) and Chief Dealer (Foreign Exchange).

She had also worked with Societe Generale Bank, Pakcom Ltd., Pak-Kuwait Investment Co., and Citibank from 1989 to 1997 and performed varied roles in FX Trading, Finance and Project Management. Ms. Faisal holds a Master’s in Business Administration degree from Institute of Business Administration, Karachi.

Ms. Samina Faisal (Country Head Business Development)

Ms. Faisal brings an overall 32 years of extensive experience in Institutional & Corporate Sales, Wealth Management, and Distribution of Mutual Funds & Bancassurance. Prior to joining JSIL, she was operating her own consulting firm in the name of Litmus Consulting since 2005 where she launched structuring and executing innovative financing and risk management transactions with corporates and financial institutions in Pakistan and the Middle East, in collaboration with various industry partners. In addition, she was providing technical training in areas such as treasury, risk management, asset management and training of soft skills such as sales and management to corporates and financial institutions in Pakistan.

During her consulting journey, she also worked for Askari Investment Management as ‘Head of Business Development & Sales’ from 2015 to 2016.

Prior to initiating her own consulting firm, she was employed with Standard Chartered Bank from 1997 to 2005 where she performed key management roles such as Head of Investor Services (Wealth Management), Head of Institutional & Corporate Sales (Global Markets), Chief Dealer (Money Market) and Chief Dealer (Foreign Exchange).

She had also worked with Societe Generale Bank, Pakcom Ltd., Pak-Kuwait Investment Co., and Citibank from 1989 to 1997 and performed varied roles in FX Trading, Finance and Project Management. Ms. Faisal holds a Master’s in Business Administration degree from Institute of Business Administration, Karachi.

Mr. Malik Zafar Javaid (Chief Compliance & Risk Officer)

Malik Zafar Javaid carries over 29+ years of experience of capital market operations, Corporate Laws/Regulations and managing business operations. He has expertise in managing business operations of the Financial Sector, Capital Markets, Corporate Affairs, Business Transformations and digitization of Customer On-boarding, automation of KYC/AML system, payment solutions and back-office operations leading towards efficient control and management. 

He has been part of JSIL's team since 2006. Mr. Zafar has led the Operations Team and business transformations at JSIL for over 14 years. Currently, He is serving as Chief Compliance & Risk Officer. He has a good track record of implementing, enforcing and ensuring compliance of regulatory framework and legal requirements applicable to business operations.

Prior to joining JSIL, Mr. Zafar had extensive experience of working with Lahore Stock Exchange where he was managing Company Affairs Department of the Exchange. As a front-end regulator, he was involved in listings of the securities, monitoring compliance and enforcement of Corporate Laws on the listed companies. He was also a core member of the team which was responsible for designing the framework of Trading Rules leading the development of first automated trading system of Pakistan, i.e. Lahore On-Line Trading System (LOTS).

Mr. Zafar Javaid holds a masters degree in Public Administration with a major in Finance from University of the Punjab.

Mr. Malik Zafar Javaid (Chief Compliance & Risk Officer)

Malik Zafar Javaid carries over 29+ years of experience of capital market operations, Corporate Laws/Regulations and managing business operations. He has expertise in managing business operations of the Financial Sector, Capital Markets, Corporate Affairs, Business Transformations and digitization of Customer On-boarding, automation of KYC/AML system, payment solutions and back-office operations leading towards efficient control and management. 

He has been part of JSIL's team since 2006. Mr. Zafar has led the Operations Team and business transformations at JSIL for over 14 years. Currently, He is serving as Chief Compliance & Risk Officer. He has a good track record of implementing, enforcing and ensuring compliance of regulatory framework and legal requirements applicable to business operations.

Prior to joining JSIL, Mr. Zafar had extensive experience of working with Lahore Stock Exchange where he was managing Company Affairs Department of the Exchange. As a front-end regulator, he was involved in listings of the securities, monitoring compliance and enforcement of Corporate Laws on the listed companies. He was also a core member of the team which was responsible for designing the framework of Trading Rules leading the development of first automated trading system of Pakistan, i.e. Lahore On-Line Trading System (LOTS).

Mr. Zafar Javaid holds a masters degree in Public Administration with a major in Finance from University of the Punjab.

Syed Hussain Haider (Chief Investment Officer)

Hussain possesses two decades of global experience in investment management, equity advisory & private banking for clients spread across three continents. Having worked across financial markets, private & public sector institutions and family offices in both buy & sell-side roles, he is adept at delivering the best thinking and actionable portfolio allocation ideas for a diverse set of clients.

Although Hussain assumed his responsibilities as CIO in February 2022, he has been associated with JS Investments in the past and was part of the team that spearheaded the launch of new products such as capital protected, asset allocation and index funds. During this time, he was managing some of the top performing funds. He was also an integral member of the team when the company went public in 2007. Moreover, while in Canada, he worked in private wealth management at Raymond James and Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (CIBC) focusing on operational and strategy engagements across wealth channels. In that, he worked alongside senior financial planners advising global clients on investment plans covering equities, mutual funds, segregated funds & fixed income products of renowned North American Investment Managers like BlackRock, Fidelity & State Street, to name a few.

More recently, he was associated with JS Global Capital as their Chief Strategist & won various CFA Excellence Awards for the firm and was voted as Pakistan’s Best Economist & Strategist in the AsiaMoney Broker Polls, 2020. An IBA graduate, a CFA Charterholder & a CIPM Certificant, Hussain has also served as Director & Chair, Public Awareness on the Board of a local CFA Society in Canada.

Syed Hussain Haider (Chief Investment Officer)

Hussain possesses two decades of global experience in investment management, equity advisory & private banking for clients spread across three continents. Having worked across financial markets, private & public sector institutions and family offices in both buy & sell-side roles, he is adept at delivering the best thinking and actionable portfolio allocation ideas for a diverse set of clients.

Although Hussain assumed his responsibilities as CIO in February 2022, he has been associated with JS Investments in the past and was part of the team that spearheaded the launch of new products such as capital protected, asset allocation and index funds. During this time, he was managing some of the top performing funds. He was also an integral member of the team when the company went public in 2007. Moreover, while in Canada, he worked in private wealth management at Raymond James and Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (CIBC) focusing on operational and strategy engagements across wealth channels. In that, he worked alongside senior financial planners advising global clients on investment plans covering equities, mutual funds, segregated funds & fixed income products of renowned North American Investment Managers like BlackRock, Fidelity & State Street, to name a few.

More recently, he was associated with JS Global Capital as their Chief Strategist & won various CFA Excellence Awards for the firm and was voted as Pakistan’s Best Economist & Strategist in the AsiaMoney Broker Polls, 2020. An IBA graduate, a CFA Charterholder & a CIPM Certificant, Hussain has also served as Director & Chair, Public Awareness on the Board of a local CFA Society in Canada.

Mr. Muhammad Khawar Iqbal (Chief Operating Officer & Company Secretary)

Mr. Muhammad Khawar Iqbal presently serves as the Chief Operating Officer and Company Secretary at JS Investments Limited. With an impressive career spanning over three decades, he consistently spearheads positive changes aimed at boosting efficiencies, refining processes, and enhancing operational quality. Since joining JSIL in 2005 as a Finance Manager, Mr. Iqbal's adeptness and unwavering commitment propelled him to the position of Chief Financial Officer from 2012 to 2019.

In his current role, he is tasked with crafting and executing business operations, devising policies in harmony with the company's ethos and vision, and overseeing the entirety of operations. Moreover, he adeptly handles secretarial compliance, showcasing the diverse range of his responsibilities. Mr. Iqbal's strategic acumen and invaluable contributions significantly bolster the organization's success. His dedication to continuous professional growth is evident through his completion of the Directors’ Training Program from the Pakistan Institute of Corporate Governance (PICG), highlighting his steadfast adherence to industry best practices and governance standards. Additionally, Mr. Khawar holds a Master’s Degree in Business Administration and Economics.

Mr. Muhammad Khawar Iqbal (Chief Operating Officer & Company Secretary)

Mr. Muhammad Khawar Iqbal presently serves as the Chief Operating Officer and Company Secretary at JS Investments Limited. With an impressive career spanning over three decades, he consistently spearheads positive changes aimed at boosting efficiencies, refining processes, and enhancing operational quality. Since joining JSIL in 2005 as a Finance Manager, Mr. Iqbal's adeptness and unwavering commitment propelled him to the position of Chief Financial Officer from 2012 to 2019.

In his current role, he is tasked with crafting and executing business operations, devising policies in harmony with the company's ethos and vision, and overseeing the entirety of operations. Moreover, he adeptly handles secretarial compliance, showcasing the diverse range of his responsibilities. Mr. Iqbal's strategic acumen and invaluable contributions significantly bolster the organization's success. His dedication to continuous professional growth is evident through his completion of the Directors’ Training Program from the Pakistan Institute of Corporate Governance (PICG), highlighting his steadfast adherence to industry best practices and governance standards. Additionally, Mr. Khawar holds a Master’s Degree in Business Administration and Economics.

Ms. Iffat Zehra Mankani(Chief Executive Officer)

Ms. Iffat Zehra Mankani is the Chief Executive Officer of JS Investments Limited. She comes with a globally diversified experience of over two decades in both public and private markets across multiple asset classes. During her work experiences in the capital markets in Pakistan, she held various senior strategy and research roles, both on the buy and sell-side of the industry, including the National Investment Trust, JS Investments Limited and BMA Asset Management Company Limited.

Working as a sell side analyst, Ms. Iffat was often quoted in the financial press, and was well known for her accuracy as a strategist. In her buy-side roles as Chief Investment Officer at JS Investments (2005-2007) and BMA Asset Management (2007-2011), she led the successful implementation of a disciplined asset and risk allocation process, resulting in consistent top quartile performance for funds under management. These included some pioneering products in the industry, such as the asset allocation fund, capital protected fund, index fund, an offshore listed hedge fund and separately managed accounts.

Prior to joining JS Investments, she was working in the Deals Advisory team at PwC Canada, where she made significant contributions in the space of complex financial instruments and private debt valuations amongst others, helping to steer the business toward sustainable growth. Moreover, she has also held diversified roles in the risk management groups of leading Canadian Banks (Bank of Montreal and CIBC) associated with their quants and trading risk oversight teams. In addition to making numerous value additions in her role as a Risk Manager of equity, fixed income and structured product desk, she also spearheaded bank wide regulatory and infrastructure projects and initiatives.

She holds a Master of Finance from Rotman School of Management (University of Toronto) and Master of Business Administration from the Institute of Business Administration, Karachi.

Other Directorship:

  1. Mutual Funds Association of Pakistan

Ms. Iffat Zehra Mankani(Chief Executive Officer)

Ms. Iffat Zehra Mankani is the Chief Executive Officer of JS Investments Limited. She comes with a globally diversified experience of over two decades in both public and private markets across multiple asset classes. During her work experiences in the capital markets in Pakistan, she held various senior strategy and research roles, both on the buy and sell-side of the industry, including the National Investment Trust, JS Investments Limited and BMA Asset Management Company Limited.

Working as a sell side analyst, Ms. Iffat was often quoted in the financial press, and was well known for her accuracy as a strategist. In her buy-side roles as Chief Investment Officer at JS Investments (2005-2007) and BMA Asset Management (2007-2011), she led the successful implementation of a disciplined asset and risk allocation process, resulting in consistent top quartile performance for funds under management. These included some pioneering products in the industry, such as the asset allocation fund, capital protected fund, index fund, an offshore listed hedge fund and separately managed accounts.

Prior to joining JS Investments, she was working in the Deals Advisory team at PwC Canada, where she made significant contributions in the space of complex financial instruments and private debt valuations amongst others, helping to steer the business toward sustainable growth. Moreover, she has also held diversified roles in the risk management groups of leading Canadian Banks (Bank of Montreal and CIBC) associated with their quants and trading risk oversight teams. In addition to making numerous value additions in her role as a Risk Manager of equity, fixed income and structured product desk, she also spearheaded bank wide regulatory and infrastructure projects and initiatives.

She holds a Master of Finance from Rotman School of Management (University of Toronto) and Master of Business Administration from the Institute of Business Administration, Karachi.

Other Directorship:

  1. Mutual Funds Association of Pakistan

Mr. Musab Iqbal (Vice President, REITs)

Musab Iqbal joined JS Investments in March 2023. At JS Investments, Musab leads the REIT department and REIT advisory team. Musab brings extensive real estate experience to the forefront. Recognized for his strategic developmental advisory in the real estate sector, he diligently monitors market dynamics, spearheads business development, and fosters relationships with both local and multinational clientele while managing qualitative and quantitative countrywide real estate research at JSIL.

Prior to joining JS Investments, Mr. Musab has extensive experience working for Multinational Real Estate Investment advisory firms where his expertise spans designing detailed real estate project feasibilities, project valuation, and offering acquisition and development recommendations for real estate projects of varying scales. His analytical prowess is evident in real estate valuations and project viability evaluations, complemented by competitive analysis exercises for numerous projects and studies.

Musab holds an MSc. in Investment and Finance from the University of Strathclyde, United Kingdom.

Mr. Musab Iqbal (Vice President, REITs)

Musab Iqbal joined JS Investments in March 2023. At JS Investments, Musab leads the REIT department and REIT advisory team. Musab brings extensive real estate experience to the forefront. Recognized for his strategic developmental advisory in the real estate sector, he diligently monitors market dynamics, spearheads business development, and fosters relationships with both local and multinational clientele while managing qualitative and quantitative countrywide real estate research at JSIL.

Prior to joining JS Investments, Mr. Musab has extensive experience working for Multinational Real Estate Investment advisory firms where his expertise spans designing detailed real estate project feasibilities, project valuation, and offering acquisition and development recommendations for real estate projects of varying scales. His analytical prowess is evident in real estate valuations and project viability evaluations, complemented by competitive analysis exercises for numerous projects and studies.

Musab holds an MSc. in Investment and Finance from the University of Strathclyde, United Kingdom.

Syed Hussain Haider (Chief Investment Officer)

Hussain possesses two decades of global experience in investment management, equity advisory & private banking for clients spread across three continents. Having worked across financial markets, private & public sector institutions and family offices in both buy & sell-side roles, he is adept at delivering the best thinking and actionable portfolio allocation ideas for a diverse set of clients.

Although Hussain assumed his responsibilities as CIO in February 2022, he has been associated with JS Investments in the past and was part of the team that spearheaded the launch of new products such as capital protected, asset allocation and index funds. During this time, he was managing some of the top performing funds. He was also an integral member of the team when the company went public in 2007. Moreover, while in Canada, he worked in private wealth management at Raymond James and Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (CIBC) focusing on operational and strategy engagements across wealth channels. In that, he worked alongside senior financial planners advising global clients on investment plans covering equities, mutual funds, segregated funds & fixed income products of renowned North American Investment Managers like BlackRock, Fidelity & State Street, to name a few.

More recently, he was associated with JS Global Capital as their Chief Strategist & won various CFA Excellence Awards for the firm and was voted as Pakistan’s Best Economist & Strategist in the AsiaMoney Broker Polls, 2020. An IBA graduate, a CFA Charterholder & a CIPM Certificant, Hussain has also served as Director & Chair, Public Awareness on the Board of a local CFA Society in Canada.

Syed Hussain Haider (Chief Investment Officer)

Hussain possesses two decades of global experience in investment management, equity advisory & private banking for clients spread across three continents. Having worked across financial markets, private & public sector institutions and family offices in both buy & sell-side roles, he is adept at delivering the best thinking and actionable portfolio allocation ideas for a diverse set of clients.

Although Hussain assumed his responsibilities as CIO in February 2022, he has been associated with JS Investments in the past and was part of the team that spearheaded the launch of new products such as capital protected, asset allocation and index funds. During this time, he was managing some of the top performing funds. He was also an integral member of the team when the company went public in 2007. Moreover, while in Canada, he worked in private wealth management at Raymond James and Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (CIBC) focusing on operational and strategy engagements across wealth channels. In that, he worked alongside senior financial planners advising global clients on investment plans covering equities, mutual funds, segregated funds & fixed income products of renowned North American Investment Managers like BlackRock, Fidelity & State Street, to name a few.

More recently, he was associated with JS Global Capital as their Chief Strategist & won various CFA Excellence Awards for the firm and was voted as Pakistan’s Best Economist & Strategist in the AsiaMoney Broker Polls, 2020. An IBA graduate, a CFA Charterholder & a CIPM Certificant, Hussain has also served as Director & Chair, Public Awareness on the Board of a local CFA Society in Canada.