SECP Career Opportunities — Director/HOD & Senior Research Positions (Data Science, Research, Systemic Risk)
SECP Career Opportunities · Faisalabad · Express,
Job advertisement published in Express on Sunday, 7 June 2026, listed under Faisalabad. Issued by SECP Career Opportunities.
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Issuer: Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP). The SECP is recruiting senior research and data science professionals on a contractual basis for its Data Science & Research Department and related research/risk functions. Appointments are contractual for three years (extendable) and selection will follow SECP procedures. Applications are encouraged from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and candidates from Balochistan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Gilgit-Baltistan and Azad Jammu & Kashmir.
| Position | Vacancies | Minimum Qualification | Experience | 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-master’s/16-year equivalent) in data science, econometrics, applied mathematics, financial market research, project development and risk management; demonstrated leadership/research 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 (preference to PhD) | Minimum 10 years professional experience (post-master’s/16-year equivalent) with experience in data analytics, financial/research or market/risk research 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 (preference to PhD) | Minimum 5 years professional experience (post-master’s/16-year equivalent) with experience in data analytics, financial/research or market/risk research and demonstrated contributions to projects or policy development | Maximum 40 years (as of closing date) |
| Deputy Director (Systemic Risk) | 01 | Master’s/Bachelor’s (16-year equivalent) in Business, Finance or related discipline; professional qualifications (CA, CMA, ACMA) acceptable. CFA/FRM preferred | Minimum 6 years post-qualification experience in the financial sector with strong background in risk analysis and modelling, familiarity with risk-management frameworks, hands-on drafting of policy/reports and demonstrated risk governance experience. Articleship for qualified CAs may be considered as part of experience | Maximum 40 years (as of closing date) |
How to apply: Submit applications online via the SECP careers portal: https://www.secp.gov.pk/careers/. Applicants must follow the online application instructions. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
Other notes: Appointments are on a contractual basis for three years (extendable). SECP reserves the right to withhold appointment or vary terms. For queries contact SECP at +92 51 919 5444. Applications are to be submitted within 15 days of publication of the advertisement.
Published in Express 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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