Regulatory Advisory Manager

About the Ethics & Independence Function :

The Ethics & Independence (E&I) team plays a pivotal role in safeguarding the firm’s reputation and regulatory compliance by proactively managing internal risks related to client acceptance, engagement continuance, and conflict of interest assessments. The team ensures the firm’s adherence to internal policies and global independence standards applicable to both audit and non-audit services.

The opportunity

As a Manager – Ethics & Independence, you will take a role in ensuring compliance with the firm’s independence and conflict management policies. This role demands advanced subject matter expertise in ethics, regulatory compliance, and risk mitigation frameworks, along with the ability to lead a high-performing team. The Manager will drive strategic initiatives, lead cross-functional collaboration, guide senior stakeholders on high-risk ethical matters, and contribute significantly to policy evolution and implementation.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Policy Oversight

• Interpret, implement, and enhance the firm’s Ethics & Independence framework in alignment with global and local regulatory standards (including ICAI, SEBI, RBI, and BDO International policies).
• Catalyse firm-wide initiatives to improve conflict check processes, develop policies, and implement monitoring controls.

Advisory

Conflict & Risk Management

Governance & Quality Assurance

Technology & Data Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Team Management

Training & Communication

Required Qualifications & Skills

experience with workflow automation tools is a plus.