Team Lead - Group Vigilance

Adani Group; Ahmedabad District; On-site; INR 3,000,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Adani Group seeks a senior professional to lead its fraud risk management, investigations, and whistleblower program. You will oversee end-to-end investigations, ensure confidentiality, and report findings to governance bodies.

The role requires handling sensitive matters with independence and strong stakeholder management at senior levels. The ideal candidate brings 8–15+ years in fraud risk, forensic investigations, or ethics & compliance, with relevant certifications and a deep understanding

Qualifications

• 8-15+ years of experience in fraud risk management, forensic investigations, ethics & compliance, or internal audit.
• Certifications such as CFE, CA, CIA, or governance/ethics certifications are preferred.
• Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks, corporate governance, and internal control systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead and conduct complex investigations into fraud, misconduct, and policy violations with independence and due process.
• Oversee end-to-end whistleblower program ensuring confidentiality and timely resolution.
• Prepare investigation reports and present findings to senior leadership and governance forums.
• Drive cross-functional collaboration with Legal, HR, Finance, Compliance and senior management to ensure closure of investigation outcomes.
• Strengthen fraud risk management framework by designing preventive controls and monitoring mechanisms.
• Identify emerging risks related to financial crime and misconduct and recommend mitigations.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal codes of conduct.
• Lead awareness initiatives, trainings and communications to promote ethics-driven culture.
• Provide periodic reporting to leadership, audit committees and governance bodies.
• Mentor junior team members to foster a high-performance integrity-led team.

Skills

Fraud risk assessment

Investigation reporting

Root cause analysis

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Law

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

CFE

CA/CIA

Job description

Purpose/Objective

• The role is responsible for leading the organization's framework for prevention, detection, and investigation of fraud, misconduct, and ethical violations.
• The incumbent will oversee the whistleblower mechanism, ensuring strict confidentiality, impartiality, and timely resolution of concerns in alignment with regulatory standards and internal governance policies.

Key Responsibilities of Role

• Lead and conduct complex, highimpact investigations into alleged fraud, misconduct, and policy violations, ensuring independence, objectivity, and adherence to due process
• Oversee the end-to-end whistleblower program, including intake, triaging, investigation, and resolution while maintaining confidentiality and integrity
• Prepare detailed investigation reports, present findings to senior leadership and governance forums, and recommend corrective and preventive actions
• Drive cross-functional collaboration with Legal, HR, Finance, Compliance, and senior management to ensure effective closure and implementation of investigation outcomes
• Strengthen the organization's fraud risk management and integrity framework by designing preventive controls and monitoring mechanisms
• Identify emerging risks related to financial crime, fraud, and misconduct, and recommend mitigation strategies
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, corporate governance standards, and internal codes of conduct
• Lead awareness initiatives, trainings, and communication programs to promote an ethics-driven culture across the organization
• Provide periodic reporting and insights to leadership, audit committees, and governance bodies
• Mentor and guide junior team members, fostering a high-performance and integrity-led team environment

Technical Competencies

• Fraud Risk Assessment and Mitigation
• Investigation Reporting and Documentation
• Root Cause Analysis and Risk Identification
• Strong investigative and analytical skills

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Commerce, Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Law, or related discipline (Master's degree preferred)
• 8-15+ years of relevant experience in fraud risk management, forensic investigations, ethics & compliance, or internal audit
• Professional certifications such as CFE (Certified Fraud Examiner), CA, CIA, or certifications in Risk, Compliance, or Ethics & Governance preferred
• Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks, corporate governance practices, forensic investigation techniques, and internal control systems
• Proven experience in handling sensitive investigations and stakeholder management at senior levels
• Exposure to whistleblower frameworks, financial crime prevention, and compliance programs
• Ongoing training or certifications in investigations, compliance, or risk management will be an added advantage