RISQ-ESG Talent Consultants (Powered by CxSearch Global Partners)

Brand Overview:

RISQ-ESG Talent Consultants is a specialized brand offering talent search services in the realm of Risk Management, Quant and ESG, fostering businesses across global locations.

Our practice focusses on hiring visionary leaders and functional heads across a spectrum of disciplines, including Risk Management, Cybersecurity, Governance, Audit, Legal & General Counsel, Quantitative Research & Modelling and Environmental, Social, Not-For-Profit, & Sustainability across industries and businesses.

Position Overview:

We are looking to hire a Principal Consultant who will be responsible for driving business generation and ensuring successful delivery of search assignments.

As a Principal Consultant, you will be responsible to generate and lead executive search mandates in the BFSI industry, contributing to the firm’s strategic growth. You will serve as a trusted advisor to clients, leveraging your industry expertise and network to identify and secure top-tier talent for leadership roles.

Reporting to: Practice Founder and Principal

Key Responsibilities:

A) Business Development

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities to grow the firm's client base and revenue.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective clients, serving as a strategic advisor for executive / leadership hiring.
• Develop proposals, pitch tailored solutions and negotiate contracts to secure new search mandates.
• Leverage industry networks and market insights to identify emerging trends and growth opportunities.

B) Client Relationship Management

• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, developing and nurturing long-term relationships.
• Partner with clients to understand their leadership/executive talent needs.
• Provide market intelligence and strategic guidance to clients on leadership talent and retention.

C) Search Delivery

• Lead end-to-end executive search assignments, including role scoping, candidate sourcing, assessment and selection.
• Conduct detailed interviews to assess candidates’ qualifications, cultural fit and leadership potential.
• Present curated shortlist of qualified candidates along with comprehensive assessment reports to clients.

D)  Team Leadership

• Mentor and guide junior consultants and researchers to ensure seamless mandate execution.
• Foster collaboration across the team to deliver exceptional service and achieve client satisfaction.
• Actively contribute to knowledge sharing initiatives and drive process improvement internally.

E)  Market Experience

• Stay updated on industry trends, competitive landscapes and emerging leadership talent.
• Develop thought leadership content and represent the firm at industry events and conferences.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree or advanced degree (e.g., MBA, Master's) with 8+ years of experience in executive search.
• Expertise in business development and networking focussed for BFSI industry sector.
• Proven track record of managing high-value client relationships and delivering complex search assignments.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence and build credibility with C-suite executives in the BFSI Industry.

Personality Attributes:

• Entrepreneurial mind-set with a results-oriented approach.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving.
• Ability to influence and build credibility with senior stakeholders.
• Results-driven with a strong client orientation.

Contact:

Shwetha K

Practice Founder and Principal

Email: shwetha@risq-esg.com

Mobile: +91-8884558455

Develops the audit vision which provides timely and unbiased information that helps in improving the organization's governance, risk management, and control processes.

Identifies and manages risks to the organization, its assets, and operations and develops ERM strategies, objectives, and policies that will establish the framework, tools, and procedures to achieve successful risk identification and management.

Meets regularly with the audit committee of the board to report the status of internal audit’s ongoing monitoring activities and educating the committee of emerging risks and/or exposures concerning risk management and internal control best practices

Manages area related to RBI regulations to maintain internal controls to ensure the identification of significant accounts, processes, assertions, and risks, documentation of significant processes and and the overall assessment of financial reporting and internal controls.

Develops and maintains strong relationships with company leadership by proactively providing guidance in the development of strategies to improve the financial and operational performance of the business; act as an early warning system for business and financial risks; supports business ethics and integrity initiatives.

Strong academic qualification in Accounts, along with 14+ years of related work experience in Unsecured lending with Fintech's or NBFC's is preferred.

Ability to lead and set up the RCU Function along with experience in Fraud Risk management Well versed with Data Science and Technology.

Define strategies, strong Processes and Fraud Prevention framework. Expertise in Vulnerability Risk Assessment, Customer Profiling, Forensic Investigation.

Ability to Lead and Enforce Risk Prevention Culture through Education, Training & Policy. Ensure policies and procedures are in compliance with regulatory requirements.

Excellent interpersonal and communications skills

Professionally Skilled and Certification in Fraud & Risk Management

Work closely with global portfolio managers and fundamental analyst and independently run meetings with senior managements (CEOs, CFOs, COO, board members and IR) of global corporates

Engage with market regulators, stock exchanges and industry bodies via consultation papers, round tables etc. to improve the regulatory framework (especially in emerging markets)

Publish thematic research, thought leadership notes and educational series to help investment professionals on key areas of governance and forensic accounting.

An excellent working knowledge of accounting practices & corporate governance best practices

Exposure to financial databases such as Bloomberg, FactSet etc. is desirable

Develop and implement a comprehensive risk management framework and policies to identify, assess, monitor, and mitigate risks across the organization.

Conduct regular risk assessments to identify emerging risks, vulnerabilities, and potential gaps in existing risk management practices.

Oversee the design and implementation of risk control measures, including internal controls, risk mitigation strategies, and contingency plans.

Develop and maintain key risk indicators (KRIs) and risk reporting mechanisms, providing timely and accurate risk assessments to senior management and the board of directors.

Managing relationship with external stakeholders including regulators, auditors and risk management consultants, ensuring compliance and addressing any concerns.

Develop and execute comprehensive ESG strategies, aligning them with business objectives and stakeholder expectations as per pre-approved budgets.

Expertise in co-creating sustainable value propositions and integrating sustainability seamlessly into business strategies for mutual benefit with customers & suppliers.

Lead initiatives to enhance energy efficiency, reduce consumption, and optimize operations.

Enhance stakeholder engagement through regular reporting and comprehensive environmental impact assessments.

Established KPIs to monitor ESG performance, leading cross functional teams in risk management efforts.

Extensive experience (typically 12 - 15 years) in compliance, regulatory affairs, or a related field, with a proven track record of managing compliance programs within Fintech organizations.

Thorough understanding of relevant laws, regulations (e.g. RBI, IRDAI, FIU-IND, DPDPA, IT etc),, and industry standards (e.g., GDPR, SOX, FCPA) applicable to the company's operations.

Oversee and monitor compliance activities across departments to ensure adherence to legal standards, identifying potential risks, and implementing corrective actions when necessary.

Prepare regular reports for senior management and regulatory bodies, maintaining accurate records of compliance activities and violations.

Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with various stakeholders, influence change, and lead a compliance team.