We are seeking a highly experienced Debt Fund Manager to lead the fixed-income investment portfolio of our insurance business at ACKO. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing debt investments across government securities, corporate bonds, money market instruments, and other fixed-income products to ensure optimal returns while maintaining compliance with IRDAI regulations and the company’s risk framework.
This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned professional to play a key role in shaping the investment strategy of our insurance business and contributing to the company's growth and success.
Skills & QualificationProven track record of managing debt investments, with a strong understanding of fixed-income markets and instruments, including government securities, corporate bonds, and money market instruments.
Excellent knowledge of IRDAI regulations and compliance requirements for insurance companies.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex data sets and make informed investment decisions.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, including investment, risk, and compliance teams.
Strong leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire a team of investment professionals.
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities, with a strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
Strong understanding of risk management principles and practices, with the ability to identify and mitigate potential risks associated with debt investments.
Ability to stay up-to-date with market trends and developments, with a strong network of contacts and relationships within the investment community.
Manage debt investments across government securities, corporate bonds, money market instruments, and other fixed-income products to ensure optimal returns while maintaining compliance with IRDAI regulations and the company’s risk framework.
Develop and implement an investment strategy that aligns with the company's overall business objectives and risk tolerance.
Lead a team of investment professionals to analyze complex data sets, identify investment opportunities, and make informed investment decisions.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including investment, risk, and compliance teams, to ensure alignment and coordination of investment activities.
Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including investors, regulators, and industry partners.
Stay up-to-date with market trends and developments, and identify opportunities to enhance the investment portfolio and drive growth and returns.
Develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure compliance with IRDAI regulations and the company’s risk framework.
Monitor and report on investment performance, including risk metrics and returns, to ensure alignment with the company's overall business objectives.
Provide thought leadership and expertise on investment markets and trends to the company's leadership and stakeholders.
Skills Required
- Proven track record managing debt investments and fixed-income instruments (government securities, corporate bonds, money market instruments).
- Excellent knowledge of IRDAI regulations and compliance requirements for insurance companies.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to analyze complex data sets and make informed investment decisions.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
- Strong leadership skills; ability to lead, motivate and inspire a team of investment professionals.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities with attention to detail and meet deadlines.
- Strong understanding of risk management principles and practices relevant to fixed-income investments.
- Ability to stay up-to-date with market trends and maintain a network of contacts in the investment community.
What We Do
ACKO, launched in 2016, is a tech company which is solving real-world problems for customers, starting with insurance. We are India’s first digital-native insurer and have meaningfully redefined the insurance category. As a new-age brand, ACKO has brought the customer into the focus with fair pricing, convenience, and superior customer experience. ACKO was founded by Varun Dua and Ruchi Deepak. Varun is a serial fintech entrepreneur who has had extensive experience in the insurance industry spanning over two decades. Prior to this, he was CEO and Co-Founder of Coverfox Insurance Broking. Ruchi has worked in financial services in Mumbai and London with organizations such as Franklin Templeton and venture capital firm Matrix Partners. ACKO is targeted in its approach and operates in the Auto insurance, Embedded Insurance (bite-sized contextual coverages like mobile insurance), and Health Insurance sectors. As a customer-first company serving the digitally savvy, ACKO’s value proposition of ‘Welcome Change’ highlights the offerings of the company that make insurance simple and hassle-free. With features such as zero commission, zero paperwork, instant renewal, same-day claim settlements, and app-based updates on claims, ACKO is a 'Welcome Change' from traditional insurers. The company has pioneered the D2C model for insurance in India and empowers customers to choose the right product based on their requirements at the best price, at the click of a button with zero paperwork. ACKO has recently raised USD 450+ million to date and are backed by private equity majors such as General Atlantic and Multiples private equity, top venture capitalists such as Accel, Elevation, and Lightspeed Multiples, along with Amazon, Canada’s largest Pension Fund (CPPIB) amongst others. The company has grown at a CAGR of 88% in the last 4 years, served 75+ million customers and has issued ~900 million policies till date. Check our website - www.acko.com to know more about us.
