Role & responsibilities JOB SUMMARY The Project/ Chapter Lead Backend development is a hands-on developer role focusing on back-end development and is accountable for people management and capability development of their Chapter members. Responsibilities in detail are: RESPONSIBILITIES • Oversees the execution of functional standards and best practices and provide technical assistance to the members of their Chapter. • Responsible for the quality of the code repository where applicable. • Maintain exemplary coding standards within the team, contributing to code base development and code repository management. • Perform code reviews to guarantee quality and promote a culture of technical excellence in Java development. • Function as a technical leader and active coder, setting and enforcing domain-specific best practices and technology standards. • Allocate technical resources and personal coding time effectively, balancing leadership with hands-on development tasks. • Maintain a dual focus on leadership and hands-on development, committing code while steering the chapter's technical direction. • Oversee Java backend development standards within the chapter across squads, ensuring uniform excellence and adherence to best coding practices. • Harmonize Java development methodologies across the squad, guiding the integration of innovative practices that align with the banks engineering strategies. • Advocate for the adoption of cutting-edge Java technologies and frameworks, driving the evolution of backend practices to meet future challenges. Strategy • Oversees the execution of functional standards and best practices and provide technical assistance to the members of their Chapter. • Responsible for the quality of the code repository where applicable. • Acts as a conduit for the wider domain strategy, for example technical standards. • Prioritises and makes available capacity for technical debt. • This role is around capability building, it is not to own applications ordelivery. • Actively shapes and drives towards the Bank-Wide engineering strategy and programmes to uplift standards and steer the technological direction towards excellence • Act as a custodian for Java backend expertise, providing strategic leadership to enhance skill sets and ensure the delivery of high-performance banking solutions. Business • Experienced practitioner and hands on contribution to the squad delivery for their craft (Eg. Engineering). • Responsible for balancing skills and capabilities across teams (squads) and hives in partnership with the Chief Product Owner & Hive Leadership, and in alignment with the fixed capacity model. • Responsible to evolve the craft towards improving automation, simplification and innovative use of latest market trends. • Collaborate with product owners and other tech leads to ensure applications meet functional requirements and strategic objectives Processes • Promote a feedback-rich environment, utilizing internal and external insights to continuously improve chapter operations. PU BLI C • Adopt and embed the Change Delivery Standards throughout the lifecycle of the product / service. • Ensure role, job descriptions and expectations are clearly set and periodic feedback provided to the entire team. • Follows the chapter operating model to ensure a system exists to continue to build capability and performance of the chapter. • Chapter Lead may vary based upon the specific chapter domain its leading. People & Talent • Accountable for people management and capability development of their Chapter members. • Reviews metrics on capabilities and performance across their area, has improvement backlog for their Chapters and drives continual improvement of their chapter. • Focuses on the development of people and capabilities as the highest priority. Risk Management • Responsible for effective capacity risk management across the Chapter with regards to attrition and leave plans. • Ensures the chapter follows the standards with respect to risk management as applicable to their chapter domain. • Adheres to common practices to mitigate risk in their respective domain. • Design and uphold a robust risk management plan, with contingencies for succession and role continuity, especially in critical positions. Governance • Ensure all artefacts and assurance deliverables are as per the required standards and policies (e.g., SCB Governance Standards, ESDLC etc.). Regulatory & Business Conduct • Ensure a comprehensive understanding of and adherence to local banking laws, anti-money laundering regulations, and other compliance mandates. • Conduct business activities with a commitment to legal and regulatory compliance, fostering an environment of trust and respect. Key Stakeholders • Chapter Area Lead • Sub-domain Tech Lead • Domain Architect • Business Leads / Product owners Other Responsibilities • Champion the company's broader mission and values, integrating them into daily operations and team ethos. • Undertake additional responsibilities as necessary, ensuring they contribute to the organisation's strategic aims and adhere to Group and other Relevant policies. Qualification Requirements & Skills • Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field, with preference given to advanced degrees. • 10 years of professional Java development experience, including a proven record in backend system architecture and API design. • At least 5 years in a leadership role managing diverse development teams and spearheading complex Java projects. • Proficiency in a range of Java frameworks such as Spring, Spring Boot, and Hibernate, and an understanding of Apache Struts. • Proficient in Java, with solid expertise in core concepts like object-oriented programming, data structures, and complex algorithms. • Knowledgeable in web technologies, able to work with HTTP, RESTful APIs, JSON, and XML • Expert knowledge of relational databases such as Oracle, MySQL, PostgreSQL, and experience with NoSQL databases like MongoDB, Cassandra is a plus • Familiarity with DevOps tools and practices, including CI/CD pipeline deployment, containerisation technologies like Docker and Kubernetes, and cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP. • Solid grasp of front-end technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) for seamless integration with backend systems. • Strong version control skills using tools like Git / Bitbucket with a commitment to maintaining high standards of code quality through reviews and automated tests. • Exceptional communication and team-building skills, with the capacity to mentor developers, facilitate technical skill growth, and align team efforts with strategic objectives. • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail. • Excellent communication and collaboration skills. • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Role Specific Technical Competencies • Hands-on Java Development • Leadership in System Architecture • Database Proficiency • CI / CD • Container Platforms Kubernetes / OCP / Podman Preferred candidate profile Work location will be Chennai only, however anyone outside Chennai who is willing to relocate can apply.
JOB DESCRIPTION Regional Wealth Manager (Team Lead Wealth Specialists) 1. Basic Information Position Title: Circle Wealth Manager Grade Level: AVP / VP Vertical: Wealth Business Unit: Wealth Management Location: Circle Office in key metros Reporting To: Circle Manager / National Channels Manager 2. Role Objective Own and drive the Circles wealth business by leading a team of Wealth Specialists who act as Wealth Counsellors to Key Account Managers (KAMs) and other frontline staff. The role is responsible for growing wealth product penetration, SIP and investment book, ensuring high-quality advisory for affluent, mass affluent and emerging affluent clients, and maintaining the highest standards of compliance, customer-centricity and productivity across mapped branches and channels. 3. Key Responsibilities A. Business & Financial Outcomes Deliver circle-level targets on Wealth AUM, SIP book, new to investment clients, product mix and revenue across mapped geographies. Drive product penetration across relevant channels – Key Account Managers, RMs, ROs, Branch Banking, NR and other mapped teams. Use data analytics and dashboards to track funnel, input activities and productivity of Wealth Specialists and mapped RMs/ROs; realign focus to priority segments, branches and products. Work with Circle Manager / National Channels Manager to finalize quarterly and monthly business plans , campaigns and incentives for wealth business. B. Team Leadership & Capability Building Lead, coach and motivate a team of Wealth Specialists who provide end-to-end wealth counselling support to KAMs and other frontline staff. Ensure NISM certification / EUIN of all existing team members and new joiners and timely renewal as per regulatory requirements. Impart effective training on new and existing products, processes, advisory tools and regulatory guidelines to Wealth Specialists, KAMs, RMs, branch staff and NR teams; maintain attendance records for audit/regulatory purposes. Conduct regular reviews, joint meetings and huddles to monitor pipeline, call-plans, portfolio reviews and campaign execution. Create a high-performance culture focused on customer-centric advisory, quality of sourcing, cross-sell and retention. C. Advisory, Customer & Channel Management Ensure Wealth Specialists and KAMs deliver suitable, goal-based investment solutions aligned to client risk profile and investment objectives across all mapped segments. Ensure implementation of the wealth sales process and suitability assessment for all products purchased by clients in mapped geographies. Drive effective portfolio reviews and insights to KAMs, RMs and customers through use of analytics, research and product house inputs. Collaborate closely with branch banking, NR, central wealth team and L&D to standardize execution of circle-level initiatives. Proactively identify opportunities for client events, digital campaigns, portfolio review drives and themed investment ideas to deepen client relationships. D. Product, Digital & Stakeholder Management Ensure timely dissemination of product notes, fund fact sheets, process changes, research views and campaign communication to Wealth Specialists, KAMs and branches. Work with central wealth/product team to relay feedback from field (KAMs, branches, clients) for continuous improvement of products and processes. Drive digital adoption by maximizing share of digital channels, platforms and tools in client engagement and execution; ensure availability and usage of digital/physical sales kits. Collaborate with designated fund houses and product partners for on-ground activities, joint client meetings and capability building. E. Risk, Compliance & Service Always ensure customer-centricity, fair sales practices and adherence to regulatory and internal guidelines for self, Wealth Specialists and mapped frontline staff. Ensure complete and accurate documentation , EUIN capture and advisory records as per policy. Track and ensure that client complaints and service issues related to wealth products are resolved within agreed TAT through coordination with central investment product and operations teams. Support internal and external audits, inspections and compliance reviews by providing timely information and implementing corrective actions. F. People, Culture & Productivity Create a conducive, performance-oriented environment that promotes collaboration between Wealth Specialists, KAMs, Branch Banking and NR teams. Monitor RM/RO and Wealth Specialist productivity and intervene with coaching, joint calls and re-allocation of effort to high-potential branches or customer segments. Conduct regular trainings / skilling sessions for all branch staff on basic investment concepts, product positioning and process adherence. 4. Key Interactions Internal: Branch Banking & Key Account Manager teams Central Wealth/Product team NR Team Learning & Development Operations, Compliance & Risk External: Existing and prospective customers (affluent, mass affluent & emerging affluent) Fund houses, product partners and third-party manufacturers 5. Qualifications & Experience Education: MBA / CFA desirable (or equivalent post-graduate qualification in Finance/Management). Experience: 15+ years of relevant experience in wealth business development and/or supporting wealth distribution in banking / financial services. Demonstrated experience in leading teams (Wealth Specialists / Investment Counsellors / RMs) and managing circle / regional portfolios.