Cliffex Careers & Recruitment

Corporate Overview & History

Cliffex is the retail brokerage arm of Clifford Securities Ltd. Established in 1995 as a member of the National Stock Exchange (NSE) and Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE), Clifford Securities built a reputation as a full‑service brokerage for institutional clients. In 2015 the firm launched the Cliffex brand to cater to retail investors, offering a digital‑first trading experience across equities, derivatives, commodities, and currency markets. Today, Cliffex serves over 1.2 million registered traders, operates a proprietary trading platform (Cliffex Trade), and maintains a pan‑India footprint with 7+ physical branches and 3 technology centres.

Core mission: “Empower every Indian investor with transparent, low‑cost, technology‑driven trading solutions.”

Core Business Operations & Divisions

• Retail Broking – Equity, Futures & Options, Commodity & Currency trading via web and mobile apps.
• Institutional Broking – Services for HNI, family offices, and corporate clients.
• Wealth Management – Portfolio advisory, mutual fund distribution, SIP platforms.
• Research & Advisory – Daily market notes, sector reports, quantitative models.
• Technology & Product Development – In‑house platforms (Cliffex Trade, API suite), data analytics, AI‑driven trade‑assist tools.
• Compliance & Risk Management – SEBI‑mandated surveillance, KYC/AML, client onboarding.

Technology Hubs: Mumbai (Headquarters & Core Platform), Bengaluru (Product Engineering & AI), Hyderabad (Data Science & Analytics).

Career Opportunities & In‑Demand Roles

Cliffex hires across three talent buckets – Front‑Office (client‑facing), Technology, and Support Functions.

Hiring & Selection Process

1. Online Application – Submit resume via the Cliffex Careers portal or LinkedIn.
2. Aptitude & Reasoning Test – 30‑minute online assessment covering quantitative, logical reasoning and English.
3. Domain/Technical Test –
   • For finance roles: case‑study or market‑analysis exercise.
   • For tech roles: coding test (HackerRank/CodeSignal) focusing on data structures, algorithms, and a mini‑project.
4. First Round Interview – HR screening (fit, motivation, salary expectations).
5. Second Round Interview – Functional interview with senior manager (role‑specific scenarios, problem‑solving).
6. Final Round – Panel interview (senior leadership + HR) + discussion on compensation.
7. Offer & On‑boarding – Background verification, document collection, and induction program.

Salary Structure, Compensation & Benefits

Compensation is a blend of fixed salary, performance‑linked bonus, and statutory benefits. Approximate annual CTC ranges (as of FY 2025‑26):

Additional perks include: free lunch on office days, gymnasium membership, employee assistance program, and a vibrant “FinTech Innovation Lab” for internal project incubation.

Application Guidelines & Eligibility

• Educational Qualifications
  • Finance/Business roles – Minimum 60 % in B.Com, BBA, MBA, CA, CFA (or equivalent).
  • Technology roles – B.Tech/M.Tech/BE in Computer Science, IT, Electronics or related; strong coding portfolio.
  • Support functions – Relevant degree (e.g., B.Sc for Operations, BA in Marketing, HRM for HR).
• Age Limit – 21‑30 years for freshers; up to 38 years for experienced hires (subject to role).
• Work Authorization – Indian citizens or OCI holders; valid PAN and Aadhaar required for trading‑related positions.
• Application Process – Upload updated resume, a cover letter highlighting interest in financial markets or technology, and any relevant certifications (e.g., NISM, AWS, CFA).
• Selection Timeline – Typically 3‑4 weeks from application to offer.

Job seekers interested in Cliffex recruitment notifications can review key eligibility criteria, age limits, pay scales, selection procedures, and application deadlines listed in the active vacancies below.