The Asia Group is now accepting applications for an Associate Vice President to join our Mumbai office focusing on the financial services sector. The position will primarily support the firm's banking and financial sector clients while strengthening our regulatory intelligence capabilities in India's financial ecosystem.The Asia Group is a strategic and business advisory firm that supports Fortune 100 corporations with market entry and expansion strategies, stakeholder engagement strategies, and complex conflict resolution initiatives in the Indo-Pacific region. The Asia Group's clients cover a broad range of industries, including technology, manufacturing, energy, financial services, hospitality, pharmaceuticals, transportation, and defense.The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in India's financial services sector with strong knowledge of banking, capital markets, and financial regulatory frameworks. The candidate should possess deep understanding of key financial regulators including the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), with demonstrated ability to monitor, analyze, and interpret regulatory developments. This role requires someone who can translate complex financial regulations into actionable insights for clients while maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders in Mumbai's financial ecosystem.
Responsibilities Include
- Serving as a primary interface between TAG and banking and financial sector clients in the Mumbai region, addressing their strategic and regulatory advisory needs.
- Monitoring, analyzing, and reporting on regulatory developments from RBI, SEBI, and other financial authorities that impact client operations and strategy.
- Participating in regulatory consultations on behalf of clients and preparing substantive inputs for formal submissions to regulatory bodies.
- Developing regular intelligence reports on India's financial sector landscape, including competitive analysis, regulatory trends, and policy outlook.
- Building and maintaining relationships with key contacts in regulatory bodies, industry associations, and financial institutions to gather intelligence and insights.
- Supporting clients in navigating complex regulatory approval processes and compliance requirements in the financial services sector.
- Assisting Vice Presidents and Principals in managing client relationships and deliverables related to financial services.
- Preparing client deliverables including briefing materials, strategic assessments, and regulatory impact analyses.
- Supporting cross-functional teams on projects requiring financial regulatory expertise.
- Organizing and participating in client meetings, industry events, and stakeholder engagements in the Mumbai financial district.
Job Requirements
- 8-10 years of relevant work experience in financial services, regulatory affairs, or consulting with specific focus on India's banking and financial markets.
- Advanced degree in finance, economics, business administration, or related field; professional certifications such as CFA, CA, or relevant regulatory qualifications are a plus.
- Demonstrated knowledge of India's financial regulatory framework, particularly RBI and SEBI regulations and their impact on domestic and international financial institutions.
- Strong professional network within Mumbai's financial ecosystem, including regulatory bodies, industry associations, and financial institutions.
- Excellent analytical skills with the ability to distill complex regulatory information into clear, actionable insights for clients.
- Strong communication skills (oral and written) with the ability to present effectively to senior executives and draft concise, impactful reports.
- Self-starter with the ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team environment.
- Ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously and deliver high-quality work under tight deadlines.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to excellence in all client deliverables.
Job Benefits
TAG provides competitive benefits, including health insurance, paid time off, as well as training opportunities for its employees.All interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and references via the application portal on our website.Due to the volume of applications received, responses from our recruiting team may be delayed. No phone calls or emails to personal accounts, please.
