General Manager-Audit & Compliance

Key Responsibilities

1. Audit & Risk Management

• Design, implement, and lead the internal audit framework across all business units and assets.
• Conduct risk-based audits covering financial, operational, ESG, IT, and process domains.
• Identify gaps, recommend corrective actions, and track closure of audit observations.
• Present risk assessment reports and internal audit findings to the President and leadership team.

2. Compliance Management

• Ensure 100% statutory and regulatory compliance across the organization, including RERA, SEZ, labour, taxation, environmental, fire & safety, and corporate governance requirements.
• Monitor compliance with REIT regulations, Companies Act, SEBI, and other industry standards as applicable.
• Develop and update compliance checklists, SOPs, and reporting mechanisms.

3. Policy & Governance

• Establish frameworks for ethical conduct, anti-bribery, anti-money laundering, and whistleblower mechanisms.
• Implement Integrated Management Systems (IMS) compliance in line with ISO standards.
• Build policies that strengthen transparency, accountability, and operational discipline across departments.

4. ESG & Sustainability Compliance

• Ensure ESG, WELL, LEED, and GRESB compliance requirements are integrated into operational audits.
• Monitor disclosures related to sustainability, corporate governance, and CSR compliance.
• Support sustainability reporting and third-party certifications.

5. Stakeholder Management

• Liaise with external auditors, regulatory authorities, and consultants to ensure compliance.
• Partner with business finance, QHSE, and property management teams to drive a compliance-first culture.
• Act as a trusted advisor to leadership on audit and compliance matters.

Qualifications & Experience

• Chartered Accountant (CA) / Company Secretary (CS) / MBA Finance / Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or equivalent.
• 1520 years of experience in audit, compliance, or risk management, preferably in real estate, infrastructure, or large corporates.
• Strong knowledge of Indian statutory requirements, SEZ, RERA, SEBI, tax, and corporate governance frameworks.
• Experience with REIT/ESG reporting, internal audits, and enterprise risk management.
• Proven track record of establishing compliance systems in large, multi-location organizations.