Manager – Equity Funds

We are seeking an experienced investment professional to manage equity portfolios, generate alpha, deliver competitive returns, and meet benchmark objectives through effective portfolio development, stock selection, sector allocation, and research-based investment decisions while managing risk and liquidity. This position reports to Chief Investment Officer.

Manage equity portfolios aligned with fund objectives, mandates, benchmarks, and risk parameters to deliver competitive returns.

Execute strategies to generate alpha and improve risk adjusted returns through effective positioning and timely decisions.

Determine sector allocation, stock selection, position sizing, and portfolio composition based on market conditions, fundamentals, valuations, and fund objectives.

Translate research, financial modelling, valuations, and market analysis into actionable buy, hold, and sell decisions.

Monitor returns against benchmarks, analyse performance gaps and return drivers, and adjust portfolios.

Monitor portfolio risks, liquidity, sector and stock concentration, and investment limits.

Assess economic developments, market trends, industry dynamics, and corporate events to identify opportunities.

Ensure compliance with applicable laws, SECP regulations, internal policies, and fund guidelines; prepare performance reports and recommendations.

Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in equity fund management, portfolio management, equity research, or investment management.

Preference for candidates with hands-on portfolio management experience and a proven investment track record Strong knowledge of equity markets, portfolio construction, stock selection, valuation, and risk management.

Lead – Digital Sales & Innovation

Drive commercial growth through JSIL’s digital investment platforms, with accountability for digital sales, new customer acquisition, funded accounts, investment inflows and AUM growth. The role works closely with IT and Marketing to turn customer insights into better digital journeys and measurable business results, and oversees the Customer Experience Unit (CEU) and customer experience.

Drive digital sales, new customer acquisition, funded accounts, investment inflows and AUM growth. Build and optimize the digital sales funnel, with clear accountability for lead-to-account conversion and account funding.

Improve customer activation, retention, cross-selling and conversion of existing leads. Re-engage inactive or underfunded accounts through targeted customer journeys.

Work closely with IT on digital product innovation, onboarding journeys and app functionality to improve conversion rates. Use funnel and customer behavior data to prioritize improvements.

Collaborate with Marketing on digital campaigns and lead generation, and track campaign-to-sale outcomes.

Oversee CEU and customer experience, using service insights to improve conversion and retention. Day-to-day service operations remain with the existing team.

Establish measurable KPIs for digital sales, conversion, customer acquisition and retention, with regular management reporting. Ensure regulatory and data privacy compliance.

Minimum 7 years relevant experience with a proven record of growing digital sales, customer acquisition and conversion in digital banking, fintech, telecom or financial services. AMC experience is an advantage, not essential.

Demonstrated success in generating measurable digital sales and customer conversions.

Commercially driven, with a strong grasp of technology and customer behavior, and the potential to take on a larger leadership role as the function evolves.

Wealth Manager

We are seeking a dynamic and client-focused Wealth Manager to join our team. The role involves generating fresh investments, managing client relationships, and providing investment advisory services. The ideal candidate will have a strong sales orientation and a deep understanding of mutual fund products, client onboarding, and compliance protocols.

• Client Acquisition
• Regulatory Compliance
• Relationship Management
• Revenue Generation

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, or a related field from a reputable university

• 4 - 5 years of relevant sales experience, preferably with a financial institution or asset management company
• Strong interpersonal, sales, and client-servicing skills are essential.

Assistant Manager – Taxation

Job Role Summary

• We are seeking a high-caliber taxation professional to join our Finance function at JS Investments Limited, based at our Head Office in Karachi.
  This role offers a unique opportunity to take end-to-end ownership of taxation matters across both the Asset Management Company (AMC) and the Funds under management, covering income tax and sales tax compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Tax Compliance Management:
  Lead end-to-end tax compliance for the AMC and all managed funds, ensuring adherence to applicable income tax and sales tax laws
• Withholding Tax Management
  Manage withholding tax obligations, including preparation and timely filing of statements, annual returns, and ongoing compliance monitoring.
• Sales Tax Oversight
  Oversee sales tax filings across multiple funds, ensuring accuracy, reconciliation, and compliance with statutory timelines.
• Income Tax Filings & Computations
  Handle advance tax computations and annual income tax returns, ensuring accuracy and regulatory alignment.
• Tax Registrations:
  Manage NTN and STRN registrations for newly launched funds, ensuring timely onboarding from a tax perspective
• Regulatory Liaison
  Act as the primary point of contact for tax authorities (FBR, SRB) and external consultants, handling assessments, notices, refunds, and correspondence.
• Transaction Review
  Review day-to-day financial transactions and payments to ensure correct tax treatment, withholding application, and compliance with applicable regulations
• Process Improvement:
  Contribute towards strengthening the overall tax governance framework, controls, and process efficiency within the Finance function.

Education:

• Applicants are required to have a professional qualification such as CA, ACCA, or ACMA.

Experience:

• We are seeking professionals with 3–5 years of relevant experience, preferably in asset management, nancial services, or a reputable audit/tax firm.