Associate Manager – India Operations at CFA Institute, Mumbai
CFA Institute is inviting applications for the position of Associate Manager – India Operations in Mumbai, Maharashtra. The role focuses on regulatory compliance, commercial contract management and operational risk management for CFA Institute India Private Limited (CFAIIPL).
The selected candidate will oversee India-specific compliance processes, manage contractual obligations and coordinate with internal and external stakeholders. The position will be supported by the Director, Business Operations, India.
About CFA Institute
CFA Institute is a global organisation serving investment professionals and promoting ethical standards, professional excellence and education in the investment management industry.
The organisation offers professional development opportunities and employee benefits, including health coverage, generous time off, competitive retirement plans, flexible work options, and wellbeing and development programmes.
About the Job
Position: Associate Manager – India Operations
Organisation: CFA Institute
Location: Mumbai, Maharashtra
Employment Type: Full-time
Work Arrangement: Hybrid
The role involves managing and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements applicable to CFA Institute India Private Limited (CFAIIPL), overseeing India-specific compliance processes, managing contractual obligations and coordinating with relevant stakeholders.
Eligibility and Qualifications
Applicants should meet the following requirements:
A law graduate degree or equivalent education and experience.
Minimum 3–5 years of work experience in commercial contract management and compliance functions.
Strong communication skills in English and local languages.
Excellent understanding of local corporate compliance requirements.
Experience managing relationships with compliance authorities will be preferred.
Proficiency in standard office software and contracting platforms.
Ability to manage non-financial compliance and regulatory requirements.
Understanding of local labour law and corporate compliance frameworks.
Experience managing commercial contracts and contractual obligations.
Ability to coordinate with internal stakeholders, regulatory authorities and external parties.
Key Responsibilities
1. Non-Financial Compliance
The selected candidate will be responsible for:
Implementing the First Line of Defense for Risk and Compliance in India.
Recording, assessing and reporting non-financial compliance matters relating to CFAIIPL operations.
Implementing and monitoring changes in compliance requirements arising from internal or external regulatory developments.
Acting as the country liaison with local labour law compliance authorities, including the Municipal Corporation, Labour Department, Child and Welfare Department and other relevant authorities.
Coordinating inspections, compliance requirements and audits.
Working with the Director, Business Operations, India, and internal stakeholders to complete filings, reports and record-keeping requirements relating to non-financial labour law compliance.
Monitoring changes in local labour law requirements and ensuring that compliance processes remain updated.
Collaborating with local Compliance team members to implement and report on CFAIIPL compliance standards.
Arranging and monitoring mandatory regulatory compliance training wherever necessary.
2. Contract Management
Responsibilities include:
Coordinating with key stakeholders in India to document, process and maintain local third-party business contracts through the Contracting System.
Working with the global Contract Management team to implement best practices within CFAIIPL.
Serving as the primary point of contact for contracting matters in India.
Providing guidance on contracting requirements and coordinating with internal and external stakeholders throughout the contracting process.
Implementing contract management systems, processes and employee training in India.
Managing a high volume of contracts with varying levels of complexity.
Assessing agreements to identify potential legal, contractual and compliance issues.
Providing legal inputs before processing agreements through the Contracting System.
Work Mode and Schedule
The position offers a hybrid working arrangement with the following requirements:
Full-time employment.
Minimum three days per week in the office.
Occasional travel for local work, conferences and events.
Occasional flexible working hours to coordinate with internal stakeholders.
Location Eligibility
The position is based in Mumbai, Maharashtra.
The role is approved for hiring only in the location specified in the job posting. Candidates must be currently eligible to work from Mumbai at the time of application.
Applications from candidates planning to relocate to Mumbai in the future will not be considered.
Employee Benefits
CFA Institute offers a comprehensive employee benefits package, including:
Health coverage.
Generous time off.
Competitive retirement plans.
Flexible work options.
Wellbeing and professional development programmes.
Work Authorisation and Visa Sponsorship
Candidates who currently require or may require visa sponsorship in the future should note that CFA Institute does not normally provide visa sponsorship for new employees and does not anticipate providing visa sponsorship for this position.
Application Procedure
Interested and eligible candidates can apply through the official CFA Institute careers portal.
Apply Online: https://osv-cfainstitute.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Careers/job/Mumbai/Associate-Manager--India-Operations_R-2459
Candidates should ensure that they meet the Mumbai location eligibility and work authorisation requirements before submitting their applications.
Application Deadline: Not specified in the supplied announcement.