R&R - TM - Senior Associate

PwC Acceleration Center India; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

PwC Acceleration Center India seeks a Senior Associate in Regulatory Risk Compliance to help navigate regulatory landscapes and strengthen internal controls. You will lead AML/KYC investigations, perform CDD/EDD and support risk assessments for diverse clients within a collaborative global team.

You will mentor others, analyze complex scenarios, and contribute to continuous improvement while growing your professional skills in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Minimum 4 years of experience.
• English language proficiency required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct AML, KYC, sanctions investigations.
• Perform CDD/EDD and periodic reviews on high-risk customers.
• Analyze activity and risk indicators for financial crime threats.
• Gather information from internal and external sources to support investigations.
• Prepare investigative reports documenting findings and actions.
• Assess compliance risks and escalated suspicious activities per regulations.
• Collaborate with compliance, legal, risk and operations teams.
• Apply a risk-based approach to customer and transaction reviews.
• Support ongoing monitoring and process improvements within financial crime compliance.

Skills

AML compliance

Regulatory awareness

Risk analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

World-Check

Database querying platforms

Job description

The Opportunity

Join our Acceleration Center India and help shape the future of business for our diverse client portfolio across geographies and jurisdictions. You’ll work at the heart of global teams across Advisory, Assurance, Tax and Business Services—solving real client challenges through connected collaboration. We’ll help you grow your skills so you can go further. With hands-on learning, cutting-edge tools and an inclusive culture, this is your opportunity to do inspiring work that makes a difference—every day.

As a Senior Associate in Regulatory Risk Compliance, you will play a crucial role in helping organizations navigate complex regulatory landscapes and enhance their internal controls to mitigate risks effectively. Within our Risk & Regulatory practice, you will focus on confirming adherence to regulatory requirements and providing guidance on compliance strategies for clients. As a Senior Associate, you will build meaningful client connections, manage and inspire others, and navigate increasingly complex situations. You will leverage your skills to analyze complex problems, mentor others, and maintain professional standards.

In this role at PwC Acceleration Center India, you will be part of a team that focuses on maintaining regulatory compliance and managing risks for clients. You will have the opportunity to deepen your understanding of the business context and how it is evolving, while using critical thinking to break down complex concepts. By interpreting data to inform insights and recommendations, you will contribute to delivering quality solutions that meet client needs. This position offers a dynamic environment where you can grow your personal brand and technical skills, while embracing increased ambiguity and using these moments as opportunities to develop professionally.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct investigations related to Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Know Your Customer (KYC), sanctions compliance, fraud, and other financial crime risks.
• Perform customer due diligence (CDD), enhanced due diligence (EDD), and periodic reviews on high-risk customers and entities.
• Analyze transactional activity, customer behavior, and risk indicators to identify suspicious patterns and potential financial crime threats.
• Research and gather information from internal and external sources to support investigations and risk assessments.
• Utilize tools such as World-Check, database querying platforms, and other research applications to conduct screening and due diligence activities.
• Prepare clear, concise, and comprehensive investigative reports documenting findings, risk assessments, and recommended actions.
• Assess compliance risks and escalated suspicious activities in accordance with regulatory requirements and internal policies.
• Collaborate with compliance, legal, risk, and operational teams to support financial crime prevention initiatives.
• Apply a risk-based approach to evaluate customer profiles, transactions, and emerging threats.
• Support ongoing monitoring activities and contribute to continuous process improvements within the financial crime compliance framework.

What You Must Have

• At least a Bachelor's degree
• At least 4 years of experience
• Oral and written proficiency in English required

What Sets You Apart

• Demonstrating proficiency in Anti-Money Laundering Compliance
• Utilizing knowledge of Compliance Program Implementation
• Applying skills in Regulatory Compliance Program Maintenance
• Excelling in Data Analysis and Interpretation
• Leveraging experience in Risk Analysis and Governance
• Navigating complex compliance frameworks effectively
• Embracing change and fostering innovation in compliance solutions