My Story
I’m Sanchit Jain, a PhD Candidate in Finance @ IIM Bangalore, exploring corporate finance, investment vehicles, and the impact of regulatory changes in India. As a finance researcher with deep expertise in mutual funds, business‑group spillovers, and legal‑finance interactions, I leverage Python, large‑language models, and sentiment analysis to deliver actionable market insights.
Corporate Experience
Article Assistant, S.R. Batliboi & Associates LLP (EY)
2012 – 2013
Performed Statutory Audit assignments as per the Global Audit methodology (GAMx)
Article Assistant, ASA & Associates LLP
2013 – 2015
Performed Internal Audit assignments
M&A Analyst, Corporate Catalyst India
2015 – 2016
Prospect research, due diligence, valuation, and information memorandum
Product Specialist, ICICI Prudential Mutual Funds
2017 – 2019
Responsible for Concept Selling across the region, leveraging existing distributor relationships. Conduct regular training sessions for internal employees and distributors.
Senior Product Manager, B&K Wealth
2019 – 2021
Responsible for setting up the Product Team and related processes (SOP design). Conducted client portfolio reviews with suggested allocation and goal-based financial planning analysis.
Education
Bachelor of Commerce, Ahmedabad University
2011-14
Chartered Accountant, Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
2015
PhD Candidate, Finance & Accounting Area, IIM Bangalore
2021 – Present
CFA Level 1
2020