About This Role
"Job Description
What are the ongoing responsibilities of this positionTeam Leadership & Development:
Lead, mentor, and develop a team of compliance professionals. Plan, prioritize, and align team objectives with departmental goals and ensure ongoing skill development.
Portfolio & Trading Desk Compliance:
Ensure compliance with investment mandates and trading desk procedures (trade allocation, errors, best execution, etc.) across funds.
Stakeholder & Relationship Management:
Partner with internal teams including Senior Managers from the investment team, legal, regulatory compliance, risk, operations, and accounting. Act as a trusted advisor and provide expert compliance guidance across functions.
Regulatory Compliance & Reporting:
Oversee all regulatory filings and internal/external compliance certifications. Ensure timely and accurate reporting to SEBI, RBI, AMC Trustee Boards, and other regulatory bodies.
Compliance Systems & Process Oversight:
Manage compliance operations on platforms such as Quantis, Charles River, and Aladdin, including new account setup, rule implementation, and pre/post trade compliance monitoring.
Project Leadership:
Lead and participate in compliance-related projects, including system upgrades and new regulatory implementations. Provide strategic input and technical oversight.
Training & Change Management:
Develop and deliver training programs to trading desks and investment teams, with a focus on evolving regulatory landscapes.
Creative Problem Solving & Risk Mitigation:
Identify compliance risks and develop proactive solutions. Continuously improve monitoring procedures, systems, and internal controls.
What qualifications, skills, and experience would help someone to be successfulExperience:
Minimum 15 years in the investment management industry, with at least 10 years in a compliance leadership role, with a focus on investment compliance.
Experience working with Indian mutual fund regulations (SEBI, AMFI) across asset classes including equities, fixed income, and derivatives.
Proven success in managing high-performing teams and handling complex compliance projects.
Education & Certifications:
Bachelor s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration (MBA is a plus).
Professional certifications such as CFA or FRM are highly desirable.
Technical & Functional Skills:
Strong knowledge of compliance systems (Quantis, Charles River, Aladdin).
Proficiency in MS Office and MS Project.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Leadership & Communication:
Strong stakeholder management and interpersonal skills.
Ability to influence across levels and present complex ideas with clarity.
Demonstrated ability to balance strategic vision with operational detail.
Attributes for Success:
Highly motivated, trustworthy, and independent.
Creative thinker with a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset.
Able to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
Committed to fostering a culture of compliance and continuous improvement."
Qualification
"Bachelor s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration (MBA is a plus).
Professional certifications such as CFA or FRM are highly desirable."