Vice President, India Compliance

Job Description

Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Oversight and administration of the Regulatory and Compliance program for Ares offices in India
• Provide consistent and ongoing Compliance guidance, partner and advise with the client group on regulatory policies and procedures; proactively provide trends and analyses relating to Compliance-related activities
• Proactively develop, implement and enforce effective Compliance policies and procedures in accordance with applicable regional laws and regulations
• Stay abreast of legal and regulatory developments; research and determine impact of new or revised laws and regulations on the firm’s business; develop and present the Head of Compliance for APAC with new Compliance initiatives as Legal, Compliance and business needs evolve
• Manage, coordinate and conduct comprehensive Investment Compliance periodic reviews, annual reviews and assessment for other Ares offices in APAC
• Serve as a primary point of contact and coordinate all regulatory communications regarding the Compliance program for the India region
• Ensure all regulatory filings are accurate and complete; provide ownership and assistance throughout the filing process
• Serve as a change agent while leading projects and strategic initiatives relating to the enhancement of Compliance policies, procedures, internal controls, systems, etc.
• Assist the Head of Compliance for APAC and Chief Regulatory Officer in regulatory examinations and investigations, as appropriate
• Assist in creating and developing a high-performing and efficient Compliance team within the region
• Work with other leaders throughout the team to help drive a positive culture of accountability amongst department leaders, stakeholders and within the internal Compliance team
• In partnership with senior Compliance professionals, participate in various firm risk-based committees and management meetings, as required 

Education:

• B. Com / M. Com / B Tech / MBA /Degree in Commerce/Finance

Experience Required:  

• 15+ years of related work experience demonstrating the skills identified
• Background in Finance & Accounting, Business Administration and Compliance
• Strong knowledge of financial products
• Experience working with global teams based out of US and APAC preferred
• Experience in private funds, asset management/buy-side firms preferred

General Requirements:

• Ability to successfully manage multiple complexes, time sensitive priorities and competing demands with multiple stakeholders by leveraging a hands-on approach
• Strong work ethics, time management and prioritization skills; ability to work under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment; results oriented
• Strong attention to detail, highly organized and process-driven; high accuracy
• Ability to extract meaningful information from extensive research and analysis to effectively present facts and findings in a digestible format, a keen eye for attention to detail
• A self-directed individual with a can-do attitude, willing to work in an energetic, collaborative, and fast-paced environment, proactive in nature, and a proven ability to resolve issues with minimal supervision
• Proven outstanding communication (written and verbal), presentation, documentation, and interpersonal skills
• Strong sense of ownership and accountability; demonstrates sound judgment and decision-making
• An analytical mind and a passion/interest in bringing new ideas to increase efficiency of existing processes
• A hands-on approach and ability to synthesize business operations and talent needs
• Good judgment in terms of escalating issues vs. solving problems independently
• A solutions-oriented, self-starter and ability to see the big picture
• Comfort in dealing with ambiguity and uncertainty in a dynamic and fast-paced environment
• Ability to be flexible in terms of hours to coordinate with team members across various time zones
• Dependable, great attitude, highly motivated and a team player

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There is no set deadline to apply for this job opportunity. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the search is no longer active.