Regulatory Reporting - Business Analyst & Project Manager

OVERVIEWKPMG is a global network of professional firms providing Audit, Tax and Advisory services. We operate in 139 countries and have 2,75,000 people working in member firms around the world.KPMG in India, a professional services firm, is the Indian member firm of KPMG International and was established in September 1993. Our professionals leverage the global network of firms, providing detailed knowledge of local laws, regulations, markets and competition. KPMG in India provide services to over 4,500 international and national clients, in India. KPMG has offices across India in Delhi, Noida, Gurugram, Chandigarh, Ahmedabad, Mumbai, Navi Mumbai, Pune, Jaipur, Chennai, Bangalore, Kochi, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Vododara and Vijayawada. The Indian firm has access to more than 20,000 Indian and expatriate professionals, many of whom are internationally trained. We strive to provide rapid, performance-based, industry-focused and technology-enabled services, which reflect a shared knowledge of global and local industries and our experience of the Indian business environment.KPMG Advisory professionals provide advice and assistance to enable companies, intermediaries and public sector bodies to mitigate risk, improve performance, and create value. KPMG firms provide a wide range of Risk Consulting, Management Consulting and Transactions & Restructuring services that can help clients respond to immediate needs as well as put in place the strategies for the longer term.With increasing regulatory requirements, the need for greater transparency in operations, and disclosure norms, stakeholders require assurance beyond the traditional critique of numbers. Hence assurance is being increasingly required on industry issues, business risks and key business processes. The Governance, Risk & Compliance Services practice assists companies and public sector bodies to mitigate risk, improve performance and create value.We assist our clients to effectively manage business and process risks by providing a full spectrum of corporate governance, risk management, and Compliance Services. These services are tailored to meet client’s individual needs and provide effective support to management in meeting the challenges and opportunities presented by today's complex business environment.Our professionals provide the experience to help companies stay on track and deal with risks that could unhinge their business survival. Our services enable clients to effectively co-ordinate their key growth, quality and operational challenges and working in partnership with us, clients have the benefits of KPMG's experienced, objective, and industry-grounded viewpoints.Role PurposeWe are seeking an experienced Regulatory Reporting Business Analyst & Project Manager to join the newly established Regulatory Reporting Change Function, which forms part of the broader Regulatory Change Portfolio.This hybrid position combines end-to-end project delivery leadership with hands-on business analysis responsibilities. The successful candidate will be accountable for delivering regulatory reporting change initiatives from inception through implementation, ensuring regulatory requirements are translated into practical business, data, operational, and technology solutions.The role requires a balance of project management and business analysis expertise, with responsibility for managing project governance, requirements definition, solution design, testing, implementation, and business readiness activities. Depending on the complexity and scale of the initiative, the individual may lead projects independently or work collaboratively with other project delivery leads.Key Work Level AccountabilitiesAccountable for managing and motivating others to ensure quality delivery to customers and stakeholders.Provides expert advice and specialist knowledge within the area of responsibility.Applies sound judgement to evaluate solutions while considering customer impact, risk, and cost implications.Manages and resolves conflicts that may impact delivery outcomes.Challenges constructively and influences decision-making through a strong understanding of delivery requirements and broader organizational objectives.Identifies opportunities for continuous improvement in processes, quality, and efficiency.Manages resources, risks, and priorities using professional expertise and experience.Key ResponsibilitiesProject Delivery LeadershipLead the end-to-end delivery of regulatory reporting projects and change initiatives.Define project scope, objectives, benefits, resource requirements, and delivery strategies in partnership with sponsors and key stakeholders.Develop and manage integrated project plans covering business analysis, design, build, testing, implementation, and business readiness activities.Provide matrix leadership across business, technology, data, operations, risk, and compliance teams.Manage project delivery within agreed timelines, budgets, scope, quality standards, and risk tolerances.Monitor and forecast costs, resource utilization, and project progress while managing change control processes where required.Identify, assess, and manage risks, issues, assumptions, and dependencies throughout the project lifecycle.Respond effectively to regulatory uncertainty and evolving requirements by adjusting plans, priorities, and delivery approaches.Prepare and present project status updates, governance materials, and executive reports to sponsors and leadership forums.Maintain project governance artifacts including project plans, RACI matrices, RAID logs, decision logs, and mandatory documentation.Lead implementation, business transition, benefits realization, and post-delivery reviews.Capture lessons learned and contribute to continuous improvement across the Regulatory Change Portfolio.Business Analysis, Regulatory Interpretation & Solution DesignInterpret regulatory reporting requirements and translate them into business, operational, data, control, and technology solutions.Conduct regulatory impact assessments to identify affected processes, systems, controls, reporting obligations, and operating model components.Analyze regulatory source materials and identify ambiguities, gaps, dependencies, and clarification requirements.Document and manage assumptions where requirements are incomplete or evolving.Assess current-state processes and define future-state operating models and capabilities.Gather, analyze, document, and maintain business and functional requirements, including:EpicsUser storiesAcceptance criteriaProcess flowsData requirementsControl requirementsEnsure traceability between regulatory obligations, requirements, solution design, testing, and implementation outcomes.Facilitate workshops and stakeholder discussions across business, technology, operations, risk, compliance, and data teams.Act as the critical link between regulatory interpretation and delivery execution.Evaluate solution options, identify trade-offs, and recommend fit-for-purpose solutions.Review solution designs and completed deliveries against agreed requirements and regulatory expectations.Lead testing activities, including test planning, test execution, defect management, business acceptance testing, and readiness assessments.Drive business readiness activities, including operational impact assessments, training, communication, procedural updates, and deployment planning.Support delivery excellence through coaching, mentoring, and quality assurance activities.Skills & CompetenciesEssential SkillsStrong combined experience in Project Management and Business Analysis.Proven ability to transition seamlessly between delivery leadership and detailed analytical responsibilities.Strong understanding of project governance, planning, budgeting, resource management, and delivery controls.Deep expertise in business analysis practices including impact assessment, requirements engineering, operating model design, process analysis, and solution validation.Ability to interpret complex regulatory requirements and convert them into implementable business and technology solutions.Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.Experience managing delivery in environments with evolving or ambiguous regulatory requirements.Excellent stakeholder management, facilitation, negotiation, and influencing skills.Ability to manage competing priorities, risks, dependencies, and deadlines.Strong understanding of testing methodologies, traceability frameworks, defect management, UAT, and operational readiness.Experience providing matrix leadership across multidisciplinary teams.Working knowledge of Asset Management operating models and supporting data, operational, and technology environments.Commitment to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace culture.Experience RequiredSignificant experience delivering projects from initiation through implementation and business handover.Demonstrated expertise in both Project Management and Senior Business Analysis roles.Proven experience delivering regulatory reporting change initiatives, including:EMIRTransaction ReportingAIFMD Annex IVOther regulatory reporting frameworksExperience conducting impact assessments, requirements analysis, process design, testing, and business readiness activities.Strong experience translating regulatory obligations into business, operational, data, and technology requirements.Experience working closely with business, risk, compliance, technology, data, and operations functions.Proven ability to engage senior stakeholders and lead cross-functional teams through matrix management.Experience within Asset Management, Financial Services, Regulatory Reporting, or Regulatory Change environments.Preferred QualificationsBachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Economics, Technology, or a related discipline.Professional certifications such as:PRINCE2PMPAgile/ScrumCBAPBCS Business AnalysisKnowledge of global regulatory reporting frameworks and regulatory change management practices.Equal Opportunity StatementThe opportunity is now! If you are interested in being part of a dynamic team, serving clients and reaching your full potential – KPMG Advisory Services is for you!