Key Responsibilities:1.Risk Governance & Framework- Establish and maintain a comprehensive risk management policy and framework in line with SEBI (MF) Regulations, AMFI guidelines and industry best practices. - Develop risk appetite statements and risk tolerance limits approved by the Board of Trustees. - Ensure implementation of robust risk controls across all functions – investment, operations, technology and sales/ distribution. - Periodically review the adequacy and effectiveness of the risk framework and recommend improvements.2. Investment & Portfolio Risk Management- Independently monitor and report market risk, credit risk, concentration risk and liquidity risk of all schemes. - Oversee portfolio exposures, sectoral limits, credit ratings and compliance with investment restrictions. - Evaluate portfolio risk parameters such as duration, beta, tracking error, etc. and flag deviations. - Conduct stress testing and scenario analysis on portfolios to assess resilience under adverse market conditions.3. Operational & Enterprise Risk Management- Identify and monitor operational, reputational, IT/cyber and process risks across various AMC functions. - Establish a risk control matrix (RCM) and ensure periodic testing and validation of key controls. - Coordinate with internal auditors and compliance to ensure early detection and mitigation of risks.4. Regulatory & Board Reporting- Present quarterly risk assessment reports to the Board of Trustees and Compliance Officer. - Ensure timely escalation of significant risk incidents or breaches to the Board and SEBI, where applicable. - Participate in the Risk Management Committee and support compliance during regulatory inspections or audits.5. Coordination & Advisory- Act as the nodal point for risk matters between investment, operations, compliance and IT teams. - Provide risk-based inputs in the design and launch of new schemes or products. - Advise Fund Managers on prudent risk-adjusted investment decisions and ensure risk culture across the organization.Qualifications & Experience:• Post-Graduate in Finance, Economics, Risk Management or related field.• Professional certifications such as MBA - Finance, CA, CFA, or equivalent preferred.• Minimum 10–15 years of relevant experience in risk management within mutual funds, banks or financial institutions.• Thorough understanding of SEBI (Mutual Fund) Regulations, AMFI guidelines and risk management frameworks.• Strong analytical, quantitative and communication skills with proven leadership capability.
Job Title
Chief Risk Officer