SECP Careers – Islamabad-Based Data Science & Research Positions (Director, Joint Director, Deputy Director)
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Job advertisement published in The News International on Sunday, 7 June 2026, listed under Islamabad, Pakistan. Issued by SECP Careers – Islamabad-Based Data Science & Research Positions (Director, Joint Director, Deputy Director).
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Issuer: Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP). Purpose: Recruitment for multiple Islamabad-based positions in the Data Science & Research Department on a contractual basis.
| Position | Vacancies | Minimum Qualification | Experience | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Director / HOD (Data Science & Research Department) | 01 | PhD in Economics, Finance, Applied Mathematics or related discipline from an HEC-recognized institution | At least 15 years of progressively responsible professional experience (post Master’s/Bachelor equivalent to 16 years), including data science, econometrics, applied mathematics, financial market research, project development, risk management and 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 professional experience (post Master’s/Bachelor equivalent to 16 years) with experience in one or more of: data analytics, financial research, risk management and demonstrated contributions to projects or policy development | 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 Master’s/Bachelor equivalent to 16 years) with experience in data analytics, financial market research or risk management and demonstrated project/policy contributions | Maximum 40 years (as of closing date) |
| Deputy Director (Systemic Risk) | 01 | Master’s/Bachelor’s (equivalent to 16 years) in Business, Finance or related discipline; professional qualifications such as CA, CMA or ACCA acceptable. CFA or FRM preferred. | Minimum 6 years post-qualification experience in the financial sector with strong background in risk analysis and modeling; familiarity with macro risk frameworks and hands-on experience in drafting risk policies | Maximum 40 years; applicants with at least 3 years’ regulator experience may receive 5 years age relaxation |
Terms and application details: Appointments are contractual for a term of three (3) years, extendable based on organizational need and performance. Applications are accepted online via the SECP careers portal (https://www.secp.gov.pk/careers/). Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted; selection is based on a multi-stage evaluation process. Applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and candidates from Balochistan, ex-FATA, Gilgit-Baltistan and Azad Jammu & Kashmir are encouraged.
Application timeline: Candidates must submit applications within fifteen (15) days of publication of the advertisement (refer to the publication date to calculate the deadline).
Contact for queries: Deputy Director – HRD, SECP. Phone: +92-51-9109199 / 5444. For full terms of reference, selection criteria and online application, visit the SECP careers page.
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.
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