KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Strategy & Stakeholder Engagement

• Develop and implement the India compliance strategy aligned with Bajaj Auto policies  and local regulations. 
• Advise senior management on compliance priorities and emerging risks.
• Act as a trusted adviser to business units on policies and regulatory requirements.
• Liaise with internal/external stakeholders, regulators, auditors, and global teams.

2. Domestic Compliance Oversight (India)

A. Statutory Compliance

• Establish and manage a robust statutory compliance framework.
• Ensure compliance with central, state, and local laws (Factories Act, Labour, EHS, Pollution Control, etc.).
• Maintain compliance calendars and monitor  timely filings, renewals, and registrations.

B. Plant & Office Compliance

• Conduct periodic audits and facility inspections.
• Ensure adherence to automotive sector and industry-specific regulations.
• Partner with HR/IR, EHS, and other relevant plant teams to close compliance gaps.

C. Reporting & Documentation

• Work with respective stakeholders to prepare and submit statutory reports to authorities.
• Maintain audit-ready documentation and dashboards.

D. Training & Awareness

• Develop compliance training modules, SOPs, and guidance notes.
• Build awareness and strengthen compliance culture across teams.
• Focus on digital modules to effectively train different teams. 

E. Advisory & Assistance

• Provide actionable legal interpretations and regulatory guidance.
• Serve as the first point of contact for compliance-related queries.

3. International Compliance & Global Governance

• Build and manage a unified global compliance framework 
• Conduct global compliance risk assessments and recommend mitigation actions.
• Establish and coordinate a global compliance liaison network.
• Draft, update, and harmonize global compliance policies.
• Implement KPIs and dashboards for international monitoring; report to the Board/Audit Committee.

4. Compliance Oversight & Monitoring

• Run risk-based compliance monitoring programs.
• Assess regulatory developments and lead implementation of required changes.
• Oversee compliance tools, systems, and policy management.
• Provide advisory on financial crime, sanctions, and political exposure risks.
• Manage suspicious transaction investigations and reporting.
• Support ad-hoc compliance projects and initiatives.
• Develop and implement One Digital Tool across the entities to monitor compliance

5. Training & Knowledge Sharing

• Deliver regular global and domestic compliance training.
• Promote a culture of ethical conduct and regulatory awareness.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB).
• Preferred: LLM, Company Secretary (CS), or certifications in Compliance/Risk/International Law.
• Education from recognized institutions preferred.

EXPERIENCE

• 3–12 years of experience in legal and compliance roles.
• Minimum 3 years in global compliance or cross-border regulatory environments.
• Proven experience managing statutory compliance for manufacturing (automotive preferred).
• Experience in compliance roles within global asset managers/financial services is an advantage.
• Hands-on experience with compliance audits, regulatory reporting, and policy implementation.

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

• Deep knowledge of Indian laws: Factories Act, Labour Laws, EHS, corporate laws, securities laws, FEMA, and sectoral regulations.
• Familiarity with international compliance frameworks and export control regulations.
• Process oriented, Self Driven, organised,  go-getter, proactive in support and result focussed. 
• Ability to collaborate cross-functionally and influence senior stakeholders.
• Excellent written and verbal communication. Digital capability will be a plus. 
• Team-oriented, ethical, and resilient.