Are you an experienced compliance and risk professional looking to step into a high-impact leadership role at India's premier international financial hub? TMF Group is seeking a seasoned Compliance Officer & MLRO (Designated Officer) to head compliance, AML/CFT, risk management, and governance frameworks for its India business based in GIFT City, Gujarat.
About the Role
In this strategic position, you will act as the principal regulatory touchpoint and designated Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO). You will work closely with executive leadership, the Board of Directors, and global teams to maintain a world-class compliance culture, interface directly with regulatory bodies, and ensure stringent adherence to financial services standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Regulatory Leadership: Act as the official Compliance Officer and MLRO (Designated Officer) for TMF's India operations.
- Policy Governance: Develop, implement, and maintain robust AML/CFT, Compliance, and Risk policies aligned with Indian regulatory mandates and global Group requirements.
- Regulatory Liaison: Establish and manage proactive relationships with regulators, external auditors, statutory bodies, and key institutional stakeholders.
- Advisory & Reporting: Advise the Board and Executive Management on regulatory evolutions, risk management strategies, breach escalations, and compliance reviews.
- Transaction Monitoring & SARs: Supervise KYC/AML transaction monitoring systems, receive and investigate suspicious activity reports (SARs), and coordinate escalations.
- Enterprise Risk Framework: Collaborate with Group Compliance to embed Enterprise Risk Models and maintain comprehensive legal entity governance frameworks.
- Training & Culture: Design and deliver ongoing AML/CFT and compliance training modules across business units.
Eligibility & Requirements
- Qualifications: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree or professional legal/compliance qualification in Law, Finance, Economics, or a related discipline.
- Experience: Minimum 5 years of proven experience in Legal, Risk Management, or Regulatory Compliance within a financial services provider.
- Domain Expertise: Strong understanding of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), Indian Company Law, KYC/AML/CFT frameworks, and regulatory mechanics relevant to financial services.
- Skills: Stellar analytical acumen, impeccable report-writing capability, and strong stakeholder management skills.
Perks & Benefits
- Global career mobility and exposure across cross-border jurisdictions.
- Continuous professional development via the global TMF Business Academy.
- Comprehensive employee benefits including Marriage Gift policies, Paternity & Adoption leave, Interest-free loan policies, and targeted wellbeing initiatives.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates are encouraged to apply directly via TMF Group's official career portal or by referencing the listing on professional channels.