SECP Career Opportunities — Director / Joint Director / Deputy Director (Islamabad)
SECP Career Opportunities · Islamabad · The News International,
Job advertisement published in The News International on Sunday, 7 June 2026, listed under Islamabad. Issued by SECP Career Opportunities.
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Issuer: Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP). SECP invites applications for multiple Islamabad-based senior positions on a contract basis to strengthen its Data Science, Research and Risk teams. Appointments are on a contract term (three years, extendable) with possible regularization subject to meeting prescribed criteria. Apply online via SECP careers (see SECP website).
| Position | Vacancies | Minimum Qualification | Experience (key requirements) | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Director / HOD (Data Science & Research Department) | 01 | PhD in Economics, Finance, Applied Mathematics or a related discipline from an HEC-recognized institution | At least 15 years of progressively responsible experience (post-degree) in data science, econometrics, applied mathematics, financial market research, project development and risk management, including senior leadership experience. | Maximum 50 years as of closing date |
| Joint Director (Research) | 01 | MPhil/MS in Economics, Finance or related discipline from an HEC-recognized institution (PhD preferred) | Minimum 10 years of relevant professional experience (post-degree) with experience in data analytics, financial market research, econometrics, risk management or related research areas. | Maximum 45 years as of closing date |
| Deputy Director (Research) | 01 | MPhil/MS in Economics, Finance or related discipline from an HEC-recognized institution (PhD preferred) | Minimum 6 years of professional experience (post-degree) in areas such as data analytics, financial market research, econometrics, risk management, with demonstrated contributions to projects or policy development. | Maximum 40 years as of closing date |
| Deputy Director (Systemic Risk) | 01 | Master’s/Bachelor’s degree (16 years) in Business, Finance or related discipline from an HEC-recognized institution; professional qualifications (CA, CMA, ACCA) acceptable; CFA/FRM preferred | Minimum 6 years post-qualification experience in the financial sector with strong background in risk analysis and modelling, familiarity with major risk management frameworks, hands-on experience in drafting risk policies and contributions to risk governance. For chartered accountants, articleship may be counted as part of experience. | Maximum 40 years as of closing date |
Additional notes: Appointments are contractual for three (03) years, extendable based on performance and organizational need. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted; selection will follow a multi-stage evaluation. For full details, eligibility conditions, application procedure and to apply, visit SECP careers at https://www.secp.gov.pk/careers/.
Published in The News International on Sunday, 7 June 2026. DailyAds.pk indexes newspaper advertisements; the original notice and the issuing organisation remain the source for final terms and eligibility.