Former Kotak Mahindra Bank joint MD joins KFin Technologies as independent director

Jayaram holds a Post Graduate Diploma in Management from the Indian Institute of Management, Kolkata, and a Bachelor’s degree in Economics.

General Atlantic-backed KFin Technologies Limited, on May 25, announced the appointment of former Kotak Mahindra Bank joint managing director Chengalath Jayaram as an Independent Director on the Board effective May 24.

Prior to this, Jayaram had a long stint with Kotak Group for about 26 years, where he played a key role in establishing and growing multiple business verticals. Jayaram's notable positions include Managing Director of Kotak Securities Limited and Joint Managing Director of Kotak Mahindra Bank.

During his time at Kotak,  Jayaram was instrumental in heading the Private Banking, Alternative Investments, and international operations, further solidifying his expertise in the financial sector.

Before his tenure at Kotak, Jayaram gained valuable experience at Overseas Sanmar Financial Limited. Throughout his career, he has been recognized for his strategic acumen and leadership in driving business growth and innovation.

Jayaram’s extensive experience also includes serving as a Director on the Board of the Multi Commodity Exchange of India Limited, AllSec Technologies Limited, and Financial Planning Standards Board India. His contributions to these organizations have been marked by a consistent focus on expanding business operations, enhancing service offerings, and fostering innovation.

Jayaram holds a Post Graduate Diploma in Management from the Indian Institute of Management, Kolkata, and a Bachelor’s degree in Economics.

KFin Technologies is the largest investor solutions provider to Indian mutual funds, based on the number of AMCs serviced as of March 31, 2024, and the largest issuer solutions provider based on the number of clients serviced as of March 31, 2024.

KFintech is the only investor and issuer solutions provider in India that offers services to asset managers such as mutual funds, alternative investment funds, wealth managers and pension as well as corporate issuers and is one of the three operating central record keeping agencies for the National Pension System in India.

KFintech is listed on the National Stock Exchange of India Limited and BSE Limited. General Atlantic Singapore Fund Pte Ltd (“GASF”), a leading global private equity investor, is the promoter of the KFintech.