India’s role vital in specialised tech talent

In asset management, the demand for specialised talent will continue apace, driving firms to look outside of their traditional hiring models

- PRANAT PATHAK

THE SEARCH FOR talent has never been more important for global asset management. In a sector where precision and innovation are critical, attracting the best talent is crucial to stay ahead. This is not only true for investment professionals, but also for the data scientists, quantitative modellers, and engineers who build platforms that enable those professionals to succeed. I believe India, with its deep pool of engineering and technology talent and digital-first mindset, is well-positioned to thrive in the global talent race.

More than five years after Covid-19 reshaped the way we work, many of the structural transformations triggered by the pandemic—access to a global talent pool and seamless cross-border collaboration—have not only persisted, but also intensified. Increasingly, firms require talent strategies that enable proximity to the best people. This evolution has significant implications for investment management, where the demand for specialised, highly skilled tech talent continues to grow.

Today, some of our most advanced technology work is led by teams in Bengaluru, including in areas such as quantitative modelling and development, as well as risk management. The city’s reputation for providing back-end support has matured into a deserved repute for industry-shaping innovation. To no great surprise, Bengaluru was recently named among the top 12 global markets for tech talent with the largest pool in Asia, in a CBRE report.

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