Manager/ AVP-Compliance (GIFT City, Gandhinagar, Gujarat, India)

At Moodys, we unite the brightest minds to turn todays risks into tomorrows opportunities. We do this by striving to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome to be who they arewith the freedom to exchange ideas, think innovatively, and listen to each other and customers in meaningful ways. Moodys is transforming how the world sees risk. As a global leader in ratings and integrated risk assessment, were advancing AI to move from insight to actionenabling intelligence that not only understands complexity but responds to it. We decode risk to unlock opportunity, helping our clients navigate uncertainty with clarity, speed, and confidence.
If you are excited about this opportunity but do not meet every single requirement, please apply! You still may be a great fit for this role or other open roles. We are seeking candidates who model our values: invest in every relationship, lead with curiosity, champion diverse perspectives, turn inputs into actions, and uphold trust through integrity.
Skills And Competencies

• 5+ years of experience in Compliance, regulatory affairs, risk management, internal audit, legal, or a combination of these functions within a global financial institution, or as a licensed/foreign attorney in an APAC jurisdiction with desirable finance sector exposure
• Strong background in securities related matters, considered an added advantage
• Demonstrated highest ethical standards with a professional, proactive, flexible and dependable work style
• Exceptional interpersonal, leadership and stakeholder management skills for effective engagement with Compliance colleagues, business partners and regulators
• Strong influencing, negotiation and communication skills, both verbal and written
• Highly adaptable, able to work collaboratively within teams as well as independently in fast changing environments
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  Organized, efficient and able to manage multiple priorities while remaining calm, steady and positive under pressure
• Basic understanding of artificial intelligence concepts, with curiosity and enthusiasm for learning how AI tools can be used to improve processes and drive efficiency. Interest in exploring AI systems and a willingness to develop awareness of responsible AI practices, including risk management and ethical use
  

Education

• Bachelor degree or higher in business, law or other finance related discipline
• Qualifications or licenses in law, accounting, business or compliance are highly desirable
  

Responsibilities
This role reports directly to the Head of Moodys Ratings Singapore Compliance and with an indirect reporting line to the Board of Directors, Governing Body. The role is responsible for providing independent technical support to execute Compliance responsibilities within the local jurisdiction under the Gift City framework and existing Global Compliance Program, including:

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• Managing the local compliance function with minimal supervision while leading engagement with local regulators
• The production and delivery of reporting for Compliance management, the Board of Directors and business leadership review
• Representing Compliance in business-led initiatives and leading, planning and executing Compliance-related projects and programs
• Developing and implementing the local compliance program, including training, and providing support to local and regional business units
• Co-ordinating with Global Compliance teams and Business Unit Compliance Officers, and supporting Compliance initiatives beyond the local jurisdiction when required
• Contributing to local, regional and global discussions and delivering high quality independent work within a diverse and inclusive culture
  

About The Team
Moodys Compliance function operates on a global scale, delivering advisory services, support, training, and surveillance across its business lines to ensure adherence to regulatory and ethical standards. The team is dedicated to fostering a culture of compliance while supporting Moodys strategic objectives. The team plays a key role in managing compliance initiatives within the local jurisdiction, aligned with Moodys existing compliance program, ensuring robust governance and operational integrity.
Moodys is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.
Candidates for Moodys Corporation may be asked to disclose securities holdings pursuant to Moodys Policy for Securities Trading and the requirements of the position. Employment is contingent upon compliance with the Policy, including remediation of positions in those holdings as necessary.