D. E. Shaw India Private Limited
Website:
deshawindia.com
Job details:
The D. E. Shaw group is a global investment and technology development firm with more than $100 billion in investment capital as of June 1, 2026, and offices in North America, Europe, and Asia. Since our founding in 1988, our firm has earned an international reputation for successful investing based on innovation, careful risk management, and the quality and depth of our staff. We have a significant presence in the world’s capital markets, investing in a wide range of companies and financial instruments in both developed and developing economies.
We are looking for a highly resourceful, proactive, and detail-oriented individual to join our Operations and Client Services team supporting D. E. Shaw Investment Management (DESIM), our institutional asset management group, based out of Hyderabad and Gurugram, India. DESIM was established in 2005 and currently has over $19.1 billion in assets under management. DESIM builds on the experience and infrastructure of the broader firm to develop and manage active investment strategies that complement the firm’s alternative investment strategies. The group currently operates a platform of systematic, active equity strategies and a platform of discretionary, multi-asset class strategies. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to an inclusive team at ground level and to work with senior leaders at the firm while assuming considerable responsibility.
WHAT YOU'LL DO DAY-TO-DAY:
You will be a part of a team that is responsible for designing and implementing processes and controls to support a growing business, executing strategic projects and initiatives, and optimizing internal and external client service. You will provide operational support for fund and managed account launches and liquidations, complex investor transactions, and investment mandate changes. Additionally, you will engage with internal stakeholders on operational matters, working closely with the team on initiatives aimed at improving client service while interacting directly with investors and counterparties. You will contribute to the reporting function within the team, supporting the production of investor reports, managing day-to-day reporting workflows, and coordinating production. Furthermore, you will participate in changing management processes, working closely with the DESIM COO and other internal stakeholders on projects and initiatives aimed at creating automated and efficient processes, along with supporting technology projects to build tools for reporting and analysis, streamlining workflows, and improving the user experience. You will have the opportunity to gain a macro view of the firm’s financial activities and learn about complex legal entity structures and transactions while enjoying substantial interaction with other internal departments, including technical investing groups, corporate development, investor relations, legal and compliance, and software development groups.
WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR:
The ideal candidate should hold-
Basic qualifications:
- A Chartered Accountancy qualification or a master’s degree in finance, along with 2–6 years of experience in fund operations and/or client service roles within the financial services sector
- Proficient project management and critical thinking skills with good commercial judgment
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build rapport and collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels of the organization
- Exceptional problem-solving abilities, a process-oriented mindset, the ability to execute short-term tasks while contributing to long-term projects, and the desire to work as part of a team. Additionally, excellent attention to detail and a proactive approach to work are essential
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel
Preferred qualifications:
- Knowledge of investor transactions, brokerage/counterparty relationships, and hedge fund accounting functions
- Prior experience in mentoring or coordinating small teams and a track record of contributing to process improvements
- Demonstrated ability to identify and implement scalable automation, AI solutions, and agentic workflows that streamline reporting and improve operational efficiency
Interested candidates can apply through our website: https://www.deshawindia.com/recruit/jobs/Ads/Link/SrAnaMgrDESIMOCSAug26
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The Firm offers excellent benefits, a casual, collegial working environment, and an attractive compensation package. For further information about our recruitment process, including how applicant data will be processed, please visit https://www.deshawindia.com/careers
Members of the D. E. Shaw group do not discriminate in employment matters on the basis of sex, race, colour, caste, creed, religion, pregnancy, national origin, age, military service eligibility, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or any other protected class.
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