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WiseCountry Regulatory Compliance Officer - India
Wise seeks a Country Regulatory Compliance Officer in Hyderabad for a full-time, on-site role. This position suits an independent professional with extensive compliance experience looking to…
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Wise seeks a Country Regulatory Compliance Officer in Hyderabad for a full-time, on-site role. This position suits an independent professional with extensive compliance experience looking to manage product and license governance in the fintech and payments sector. Wise operates as a financial services company building cross-border money transfer solutions under multiple regulatory frameworks. In this capacity, the organization requires compliance oversight to navigate local payment regulations and foreign exchange requirements.…
Job Description
Wise seeks a Country Regulatory Compliance Officer in Hyderabad for a full-time, on-site role. This position suits an independent professional with extensive compliance experience looking to manage product and license governance in the fintech and payments sector.
Wise operates as a financial services company building cross-border money transfer solutions under multiple regulatory frameworks. In this capacity, the organization requires compliance oversight to navigate local payment regulations and foreign exchange requirements.
The person in this role will independently oversee governance frameworks, act as an internal consultant on new rules, manage filings, and handle interactions with regulatory bodies.
Responsibilities
- Develop, set up, and manage product and license governance structures for current and future licenses
- Consult internally on the impact of new rules and collaborate with cross-functional partners on execution
- Lead projects concerning license applications, updates, and structural adjustments for new product offerings
- Conduct horizon scanning to maintain and update the Regulatory Obligations Register using recent regulatory notifications
- Prepare and submit accurate regulatory reports to authorities within required timeframes
- Direct regulatory audits, internal and external inspections, and coordinate stakeholder meetings
- Track compliance risks and performance indicators, find control gaps, and create remediation plans
- Handle communication with regulators, manage filing portals, and archive physical and digital documentation
- Execute global compliance initiatives locally and handle ad-hoc regulatory and financial crime tasks
Requirements
- 7 to 12 years of professional background in regulatory compliance, reporting, or related duties
- Experience working in fintech, payments, cross-border remittance, or financial services industries
- In-depth familiarity with Indian regulatory frameworks, specifically payment system rules and FEMA requirements
- Ability to operate autonomously, act pragmatically, and collaborate within the company culture
- Strong communication, time management, organizational, and stakeholder engagement skills
- Capacity to adapt quickly to a fast-paced environment and learn new regulatory structures
Qualifications
- Hold a Chartered Accountant designation, an MBA in Finance, a law degree, or a bachelor degree in a related discipline
Core Skills
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What is the location and remote status of this job?
This full-time role is located in Hyderabad and is on-site.
How many years of experience are required?
The posting requires 7 to 12 years of experience in regulatory compliance, regulatory reporting, or related compliance roles.
What educational background is needed for this position?
Candidates should hold a CA, an MBA in Finance, a law degree, or a bachelor's degree in a related field.
What salary does Wise offer for this role?
The source posting does not specify the salary for this position.
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