Job Title:Associate Director Corporate Development & Strategic Finance
Company: Upstox
Location: Mumbai
Department: Corp Dev
About Upstox - At Upstox were building the future of investing simple powerful and for everyone. Were one of Indias fastest-growing fintech platforms backed by the best in the business including Mr. Ratan Tata and Tiger Global and on a mission to make wealth creation accessible to every Indian. From first-time investors to seasoned traders millions trust us to power their financial journeys. Were not just moving fast were moving with purpose. If you thrive in a high-energy high-impact environment youre in the right place.
The Role: Associate Director Corporate Development & Strategic Finance
As Associate Director Corporate Development & Strategic Finance youll work directly with the CFO and Founders to lead Upstoxs most strategic financial initiatives fundraising M&A investor relations capital allocation and IPO planning. This is a high-visibility role blending strategy with execution ideal for someone with deep capital markets expertise and a sharp operator mindset.
What Youll Own
As a Leader Corporate Development & Strategic Finance you will take full ownership of the following high-impact areas:
Fundraising (Equity & Debt): Lead end-to-end capital raise efforts including Series rounds secondary deals and strategic investments. Own investor narratives negotiations diligence and documentation.
M&A: Identify and lead the execution of inorganic growth opportunities. Manage market scans due diligence deal structuring and integration.
Investor Relations: Manage key institutional and strategic investor relationships. Deliver performance updates board communications and reporting cadences.
Capital Allocation & Treasury: Drive frameworks for capital deployment and monitor returns. Manage surplus capital through a clear investment strategy.
Strategic Finance: Act as a thought partner to the CFO and Founders on financial strategy and business decisions. Lead cross-functional financial initiatives.
IPO Readiness: Lead IPO planning valuation modelling and prep of materials (DRHP roadshows etc.). Oversee due diligence governance and market positioning.
Who You Are/ what you have:
7 years in investment banking VC/PE or corporate development. Proven track record in capital raising M&A execution and investor engagement. Deep understanding of financial services and fintech domain. Strong negotiation analytical and storytelling skillsNetwork across IB VC and PE ecosystems. Pedigree from top institutions (IIT/IIM/ISB/Ivy League or equivalent)
Why This Role Rocks:
Impact at Scale: Shape Upstoxs financial future and strategic growth; the org is vying IPO in near future
Leadership Exposure: Work directly with Founders and the leadership team
Career Acceleration: Take on high-stakes decisions and complex transactions
Industry Leadership: Join a mission-driven fintech defining Indias investing landscape
Growth Culture: Thrive in a fast-paced collaborative and entrepreneurial environment
Purpose-Driven Mission: Contribute to democratizing financial services in India leave a lasting legacy by empowering millions to take control of their investments. Ready to Drive Impact at Scale
Were looking for someone who wants more than a job - someone who wants to build lead and shape the future. If thats you apply now!!