Director - India Risk and Compliance Operations

Saaki Argus & Averil Consulting

  • Bangalore Rural, Karnataka
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 21 days ago
Position: Director India Risk and Compliance OperationsLocation: Bangalore, IndiaWork Hours: 11:00 AM 8:00 PM ISTExperience: 20+ yearsOverviewA leading global enterprise is seeking a seasoned risk executive to oversee the development and execution of its risk and compliance strategy for operations based in India. This role offers a unique blend of strategic responsibility and operational oversight, ensuring business resilience, regulatory compliance, and proactive risk mitigation across two major locations.You ll work closely with executive leadership, business units, and global counterparts to build a forward-looking risk environment that protects the organization while enabling growth.What You ll Be Responsible ForEnterprise Risk Oversight
  • Drive the regional risk agenda by identifying and addressing emerging operational, legal, and reputational risks.
  • Lead structured risk evaluations and assessments across corporate support functions.
Business Continuity Leadership
  • Guide continuity planning efforts across business teams and ensure preparedness through scenario planning and drills.
  • Collaborate on enterprise-level recovery strategies and local crisis management.
Technology and Information Risk
  • Supervise control assurance programs for IT systems and third-party services.
  • Manage compliance efforts related to cybersecurity, data privacy, and industry standards.
Third-Party Risk Management
  • Establish governance around vendor engagement and outsourcing risks.
  • Ensure compliance with labor laws, tech review protocols, and contract lifecycle management.
Advisory & Stakeholder Alignment
  • Partner with senior leaders to embed a strong control environment across teams.
  • Align risk initiatives with global frameworks while adapting to local regulatory needs.
People Leadership
  • Lead a diverse team of risk professionals, including experienced managers.
  • Cultivate a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous learning.
What You BringEssential Qualifications
  • A minimum of 20 years in financial services, risk, or compliance leadership roles.
  • Deep experience in enterprise risk frameworks, control design, and audit readiness.
  • Familiarity with delivery centers and shared service environments is a plus.
Core Competencies
  • Strategic thinking with the ability to dive deep into complex problems.
  • Experience handling external reviews like ISO audits, regulatory assessments etc.
  • Strong judgment in high-pressure scenarios and incident response situations.
Desirable Attributes
  • Exposure to global certifications like ISO 27001 or SOC1.
  • Background in tech risk, data governance, or analytics-led assurance.
  • Capable of operating in cross-cultural, multi-location teams.
  • Active participation in external risk or compliance networks is an advantage.
Why This Role MattersThis position plays a central role in safeguarding the integrity and operational resilience of the organization s India footprint. It offers the chance to influence risk culture at a strategic level while remaining close to execution. If you thrive in dynamic environments and are passionate about proactive risk governance, this opportunity is built for you.Next StepsIf this role aligns with your leadership journey, submit your resume along with a summary of how you ve built or led impactful risk programs.

Saaki Argus & Averil Consulting