EY Financial Crime Sub - Function Leader GDS Risk Management Services RMS 

India, Haryana, Gurugram 

910849353

Job summary

The candidate will be required to work closely with Global Executive Financial Crime Leadership and the Global Chief Compliance Officer to:

• Lead the design and implementation of the processes which support financial crime compliance.
• Identify growth opportunities for where the Central Financial Crime team can be utilized and adopted by the EY Network.
• Direct the continuous improvement of the Central Financial Crime team through process enhancements and the use of technology.

Your key responsibilities

As the Sub-Function Leader of the GDS RMS Financial Crime team, you will be required to lead and grow a team by providing strategic solutions related to Financial Crime Compliance to our engagement teams across all service lines. You will assist Global and Regional Risk Management leadership in maintaining effective and efficient controls for managing organizational, strategic, and regulatory risks. You will manage key stakeholder relationships at the Global and Regional level, including close collaboration with the Service Lines to provide input and feedback regarding the effectiveness of EY’s processes. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Leadership and Team Growth: Lead and grow a team of Financial Crime professionals across multiple locations. Drive the people strategy to create a high-performing team, fostering innovation, resilience, and effective decision-making.

• Strategic Solutions and Compliance: Provide strategic solutions related to Financial Crime Compliance and ensure compliance with internal policies and procedures related to Anti Money Laundering, Anti Bribery & Corruption and Economic & Trade Sanctions. Maintain knowledge of global regulations and standards, such as the EU Money Laundering Directives and FATF Recommendations.

• Stakeholder Management: Manage key stakeholder relationships with Global, Regional, and Service Line leadership teams. Ensure effective communication and collaboration across the organization.

• Process Improvement and Technology : Contribute to process improvement initiatives, leveraging technology to enhance service delivery and maintain leading-edge best practices. Integrate risk management into existing organizational policies, procedures, and cultures.

• Professional Development : Promote continuous professional development and training to ensure the team stays updated with the latest industry practices and standards

Qualifications

• Recognized Financial Crime qualifications (e.g., ACAMS, ICA Diploma in Anti Money Laundering, CFE).
• Strong academic background (MBA/Master’s degree preferred).
• Approximately 12+ years of experience in a professional services organization.
• Experience working in a multinational and multicultural environment.
• Proven track record of leading large teams.
• Strong leadership behaviours, including fostering innovation, resilience, and effective decision-making.
• Ability to synthesize complex information, work under pressure, and manage multiple priorities effectively.

About GDS Risk Management Services (RMS):

You get to work with inspiring and meaningful projects. Our focus is education and coaching alongside practical experience to ensure your personal development. We value our employees and you will be able to control your own development with an individual progression plan. You will quickly grow into a responsible role with challenging and stimulating assignments. Moreover, you will be part of an interdisciplinary environment that emphasizes high quality and knowledge exchange. Plus, we offer:

• Support, coaching and feedback from some of the most engaging colleagues around
• Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you