Scaling Excellence in Private Wealth Management: Motilal Oswal's Managed Office Setup in New Delhi

April 20, 2026 5 min read

How Motilal Oswal Private Wealth scaled from 20 to 60+ members inside Avanta's managed office in New Delhi - without missing a beat.

Motilal Oswal's Managed Office Setup in New Delhi

Location — Connaught Place, New Delhi

Duration — 2.5 Years

Industry — Wealth Management

20→60+ Team Size Expansion

2.5 Years of Partnership

9/10 Client Satisfaction

01 · Client Overview: A Legacy Built on Research and Trust

A big name in India's financial world, Motilal Oswal stands tall after more than three decades. The firm's journey began with a vision to provide research-backed financial advice, and today it serves millions across the country. The Private Wealth segment - the true "crown jewel" - demands an environment that fosters high-level strategic thinking and absolute client discretion.

"Motilal Oswal is a financial conglomerate with seven distinct businesses. I head the Private Wealth division, which caters to the needs of Ultra-HNIs and large businesses. We are a listed company with over 33 years of existence." — Deepak Sidhu, Managing Partner, Motilal Oswal Private Wealth

Inside private banking, where big decisions shape fortunes, the workspace speaks without words. This firm needed surroundings matching its reputation exactly. A flexible, up-to-date managed office in New Delhi became essential - one that feels like part of the brand itself.

02 · Business Requirement: A Smart Bridge Between Now and a Permanent HQ

Facing swift changes in business demand, Motilal Oswal stood at a crossroads. The financial markets were evolving rapidly, and the team needed to expand aggressively to capture new opportunities. Although long-term plans for a permanent headquarters were in place, the timeline left a significant gap.

Building a permanent headquarters is a multi-year project involving architectural planning, permits, and construction. Leadership knew they couldn't wait for a foundation to be poured while the team was already outgrowing existing capacity.

"We were planning to buy our own tower, but the deal didn't go through at that time. Consequently, we needed a high-quality business center for a two to two-and-a-half-year period." — Deepak Sidhu, Managing Partner, Motilal Oswal's

A central location was paramount. They needed a managed office in Connaught Place - flexible enough to adjust team size instantly, yet professional enough for Ultra-HNI client meetings. Nothing less than premium would suffice.

Ambadeep Building, KG Marg, Connaught Place

03 · Key Challenges Faced: Three Problems That Needed Precision Solutions

The Hidden Cost of Aging Landmarks

In the heart of the capital, heritage buildings carry prestige - but often struggle with modern power loads and fiber-optic requirements. Connaught Place's older stock presented real infrastructure risks for a tech-dependent wealth team.

"The problem in Connaught Place is that because it is an older area, many buildings lack recent refurbishments. For us, the look and feel are vital because our employees come from premium backgrounds; ambiance is very important." — Deepak Sidhu

2. The Maintenance Decay Factor:

Many business centres open clean and sharp, then deteriorate under daily footfall. For a wealth firm, a dusty lobby or a flickering boardroom light isn't a nuisance - it's a signal of neglect clients may subconsciously link to how their portfolios are managed.

"I have seen many business centers that start with a lot of pomp, but maintenance standards eventually fall. In the last year and a half, I've found that Avanta's standards have remained top-class." — Deepak Sidhu

3. Sound Meets Resistance: Acoustic Zoning:

Designing a space where two contrasting work cultures coexist - high-energy sales teams and focused service analysts - required precise architectural thinking. The challenge: keep loud from reaching quiet, permanently.

"We needed space for a team that grew from 20 to 60 members. We required barricading between sales and service because service teams speak to clients daily, and we didn't want sales discussions to cause any disturbance." — Deepak Sidhu

04 · Avanta's Office Support System: More Than Space - A Complete Operating Framework

A fresh approach took shape when Avanta Business Centre stepped beyond property management. Every design choice in this premium managed office space in Delhi was driven by customisation and how people actually work in a high-stakes financial environment.

Bespoke Fit-Out

Fresh interior setup tailored specifically for Motilal Oswal's workflow, culture, and brand identity.

Always-On Tech Infrastructure

Dedicated IT support ensuring zero downtime - critical for a team making real-time financial decisions.

Acoustic Zoning

Specialised acoustic barriers separating high-energy sales floors from client-facing service desks.

Premium Aesthetic Alignment

12th-floor workspace curated to match the luxury standards expected by Ultra-HNI clients and senior staff.

The Avanta team didn't simply hand over keys. They analysed daily footfall, mapped client visit frequency, and ensured the reception remained an elite gateway that reflected Motilal Oswal's market standing.

05 · Implementation Process: Moving In Was the Easy Part - Staying Impressed Was the Test

Moving into Avanta's 12th-floor space felt instinctive. Motilal Oswal's leadership was immediately drawn to the air quality, precision lighting, and ergonomic flow - all curated to reduce employee fatigue in a high-pressure sector.

"Somebody suggested we have a look at the space. My colleagues really liked the look and feel, so I made a visit as well. That's when we decided to move forward with the team." — Deepak Sidhu

One differentiator stood out above all: Avanta's on-ground team. In a high-stakes financial environment, even a ten-minute internet outage can result in lost market positions. Response time wasn't just a feature — it was a business-critical requirement.

"If anything is even slightly off, like Wi-Fi, I call up and within five minutes someone is there to get it. That level of responsiveness is rare." — Deepak Sidhu

06 · Detailed Business: Outcomes Eighteen Months In - Friction Dissolved, Focus Returned

3× Team Growth Absorbed Seamlessly

100% Morning Maintenance Consistency

<5 min Average Issue Resolution Time

The lack of friction in daily operations meant that the firm's leadership could focus entirely on HNI portfolios. Mornings always brought clean desks and neat floors - the kind of consistency that creates psychological safety for employees and a first-class impression for visiting clients.

"Over the last year and a half, every morning when I arrive, the office is spick and span. That consistency makes a big difference." — Deepak Sidhu

"By 6:30 or 7:00 PM every evening, the cleaning is perfect — bang on every day. The entire staff, from operations to sales, is extremely helpful and well-trained." — Deepak Sidhu

Internal Referral — The Highest Compliment — When Private Wealth's success became visible company-wide, Motilal Oswal's Investment Banking team followed - taking up space on the same 12th floor at Avanta Ambadeep.

"We have already referred our Investment Banking team to Avanta. They were looking to hire locally and have now taken up space on the 12th floor as well." — Deepak Sidhu

Client Satisfaction Score

9/10 - ★★★★★ — Motilal Oswal Private Wealth rates their overall experience at Avanta Business Centre, Connaught Place. "It is a great business center and a great official environment." — Deepak Sidhu

Video Testimonial: Hear It Directly from Deepak Sidhu

Watch Deepak Sidhu, Managing Partner - North at Motilal Oswal Private Wealth, share his first-hand experience of working out of Avanta Business Centre, Connaught Place.

Deepak Sidhu

Managing Partner, North · Motilal Oswal Private Wealth

FAQs

1. What is a managed office and how is it different from a regular co-working space?

A managed office is a fully fitted, privately dedicated workspace operated end-to-end by the provider — including IT, housekeeping, security, and front-desk services. Unlike open co-working, a managed office is exclusive to your team, allowing full control over layout, branding, and culture. Avanta's managed office in New Delhi offered Motilal Oswal a private, branded environment that scaled seamlessly from 20 to 60+ people.

2. How quickly can Avanta accommodate a growing team?

Avanta's managed office model is built for agility. When Motilal Oswal's Private Wealth team began growing rapidly, Avanta absorbed the expansion without disrupting daily operations. The 12th floor at Ambadeep Building was configured to accommodate the increased headcount while maintaining the premium aesthetic and acoustic standards the firm required - no construction delays, no downtime.

3. Is a managed office in Connaught Place suitable for client-facing financial businesses?

Absolutely. Connaught Place remains one of Delhi's most prestigious business addresses, and Avanta's Ambadeep Building offers the infrastructure quality modern financial firms demand - high-speed fiber connectivity, professional reception, meeting rooms, and a luxury ambiance that instils confidence in Ultra-HNI clients. The address itself signals credibility before a word is spoken.

4. How does Avanta ensure maintenance standards don't slip over time?

Avanta operates on a structured daily maintenance protocol with dedicated on-site operations staff. Every morning, the workspace is cleaned and restored to move-in condition. Deepak Sidhu noted that even after 18 months of high-frequency use, Avanta's standards had not declined — which he specifically cited as rare in the managed office market. The operations team is also on-call for any technical or facility issue, typically responding within five minutes.

5. Can Avanta create acoustic zones to separate different departments?

Yes. Avanta worked directly with Motilal Oswal to design and implement acoustic barricading between the sales and client service departments. This ensured that service teams could handle sensitive client conversations without ambient noise from high-energy sales activity - a nuanced requirement that Avanta resolved through custom fit-out design rather than generic partitioning solutions.

6. What lease flexibility does a managed office offer compared to traditional commercial leases?

Traditional commercial leases typically require 5–9 year commitments plus substantial fit-out investment. Avanta's managed office model allowed Motilal Oswal to secure a world-class workspace for a defined 2–2.5 year period — perfectly bridging the gap until their permanent headquarters was ready. This meant zero capital expenditure on fit-out, zero long-term lease liability, and full operational control throughout.

7. Does Avanta offer managed offices beyond Connaught Place?

Avanta Business Centre operates across multiple premium locations in Delhi and NCR, catering to businesses that need professional-grade managed office space in strategic business districts. Whether you are a financial services firm, a professional services company, or a scaling startup, Avanta can match your location, size, and tenure requirements. Contact the team to explore current availability across all centres.

8. What is the minimum team size or contract duration for a managed office at Avanta?

Avanta's managed office solutions are designed to be flexible. Whether you need space for a compact team of 10 or an operation of 100+, Avanta can configure the right solution. Contract duration can be tailored to your growth timeline - from short-term bridge arrangements (as with Motilal Oswal) to longer-term anchored setups. Speak to the Avanta team directly to receive a customised proposal for your business.

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Motilal Oswal's Managed Office Setup in New Delhi

01 · Client Overview: A Legacy Built on Research and Trust

02 · Business Requirement: A Smart Bridge Between Now and a Permanent HQ

03 · Key Challenges Faced: Three Problems That Needed Precision Solutions