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Akshit K.

Delhi, India

$60/hr
5.0
11 jobs

AML/KYC Compliance Expert | CAMS and CCAS Certified (ACAMS) Financial Risk Management Specialist with extensive experience in global financial crime prevention and regulatory compliance specializing in designing and implementing comprehensive KYC programs, conducting customer and enhanced due diligence reviews, and developing robust AML frameworks. With a proven track record and hands-on experience I offer deep expertise in risk assessment, compliance monitoring, and process optimization. My services encompass KYC/AML solutions, including policy development, risk framework implementation including risk characterisation, risk identification and offering mitigation strategies, sanctions screening, transaction monitoring system enhancement. I've successfully led multiple compliance projects, from remediation initiatives to full-scale audit programs, ensuring 100% regulatory adherence while streamlining operational efficiency. As a CAMS and CCAS certified professional with an MSc in Finance Analytics from King's College London, I combine technical proficiency with strategic insights to deliver tailored compliance solutions. My experience spans diverse industries including igaming, banking, fintech, FMCG, aviation, and oil/gas sectors, enabling me to provide comprehensive risk management strategies adapted to specific business needs. With a strong background in financial analytics and risk management, I excel at designing models that forecast outcomes, assess risks, and enhance strategic decision-making. My ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and present clear, impactful recommendations has consistently delivered measurable results for clients across industries. I hold an MSc in Finance Analytics from King's College London, complemented by professional certifications in finance trading. My blend of technical acumen, regulatory expertise, and a commitment to operational excellence enables me to provide clients with exceptional value and results. Let’s work together to unlock financial insights, optimize performance, and tackle regulatory challenges with confidence.

  • Compliance
  • Analytical Presentation
  • Management Consulting
  • Financial Analysis
  • Internal Auditing
  • Financial Audit
  • Risk Analysis
  • Risk Assessment
  • Risk Management
  • Excel Formula
  • Microsoft Excel PowerPivot
  • Audition Preparation
  • Compliance Plan
  • Compliance Testing
  • Compliance Consultation
Ramya A.

Hyderabad, India

$60/hr
5.0
2 jobs

Your audit is coming. Your AI tools are ungoverned. You need someone who has been inside real audit rooms and knows what actually holds up under scrutiny. GRC and Cyber Risk professional. PwC. Wells Fargo. JP Morgan. Viatris. 300+ applications tested 230 plus vendors governed end to end 35% residual risk reduction delivered. I do not just tell you what the framework requires. I build the evidence, design the controls, and create documentation that survives the auditor's hardest questions. What I deliver: SOC 2, ISO 27001 and PCI DSS audit readiness - gap analysis, control testing, evidence management, remediation roadmaps. Third-party and vendor risk management - full lifecycle TPRM, inherent risk, due diligence, continuous monitoring. AI governance readiness - EU AI Act and NIST AI RMF assessments for organizations deploying AI in regulated environments. Information security policy architecture -policies, control libraries, ownership models mapped to ISO 27001, SOC 2, PCI DSS, NIST CSF, GDPR and EU AI Act. Risk dashboards and board reporting that turn risk posture into decisions leadership can act on. Ready to use today: (No engagement needed) 1.SaaS PCI DSS Audit Readiness Workbook and 2. Information Security Policy Architecture built from real audit engagements, available immediately, deploy in hours not weeks. I publish AI for U&I, a newsletter on AI governance read by GRC professionals and business leaders globally. My clients get advice that reflects what is happening right now, not last year. Engagements run 3 to 10 weeks. Fully remote. Available globally. Response within 24 hours. If any of this sounds like your problem, let us talk.

  • Compliance
  • Risk Management
  • Cybersecurity Management
  • Information Security Governance
  • PCI DSS
  • ISO 27001
  • Risk Assessment
  • Governance, Risk & Compliance Software
  • SOC 2
  • AI Governance
  • NIST Cybersecurity Framework
  • Governance, Risk Management & Compliance
Abraham A.

Kochi, India

$50/hr
5.0
16 jobs

I am a CAMS-certified AML/KYC specialist and Merkle Science Certified Crypto Investigator (CCI) with 12+ years of experience across Big4 advisory, regulatory audits and hands-on AML/CFT program implementation for banks, NBFCs, fintechs, DNFBPs, VASPs and MSBs. I help organisations design and strengthen AML/CFT frameworks that stand up to regulatory inspections, audits and institutional due diligence, particularly across environments aligned with FATF standards. My core experience is built primarily in India and the UAE (RBI, SEBI, FIU-IND, CBUAE) and I support global clients by applying FATF-aligned methodologies across jurisdictions including the US, UK, EU, Canada and Australia. I focus on practical, regulator-aligned solutions - not theoretical frameworks. Clients I have worked with have achieved clean regulatory reviews, passed institutional due diligence audits and successfully completed FIU registrations across multiple jurisdictions. I have supported clients in: - Helped clients reduce identified compliance gaps by 30-40% through structured gap assessments and remediation programs - Preparing for regulatory inspections and audits - Strengthening KYC, transaction monitoring and sanctions frameworks - Building AML programs from the ground up When Clients Engage Me - Conducting independent AML reviews and preparing for regulatory inspections. - Setting up AML compliance for fintechs, MSBs or crypto exchanges. - Fixing weaknesses in KYC, EDD or transaction monitoring systems. - Responding to audit findings or investor due diligence. - Building AML frameworks for new or scaling regulated businesses. Core AML/KYC Compliance Services AML/CFT Programs & Risk Management - AML/CFT program design and implementation (FATF-aligned). - AML risk assessments, gap analysis and remediation planning. - Policy, procedure & SOP drafting tailored to regulatory environments. - Fractional / Interim Compliance Officer support. KYC / EDD / Sanctions Screening - KYC / KYB / CDD / EDD framework design. - Sanctions & PEP screening - OFAC/SDN, UN, EU, UK HMT. - Transaction monitoring program design and optimisation. - SAR / STR reporting frameworks. - Wolfsberg CBDDQ & correspondent banking due diligence. - OSINT-based investigations (UBO, directors, entities). Audit, Reporting & Regulatory Support - Independent AML/CFT audits and compliance testing. - FIU registration consulting (FIU-IND, MSB frameworks, advisory support globally). - Regulatory reporting reviews (SAR/STR, CTR, record-keeping). - Multi-jurisdiction AML advisory using FATF methodology. - Institutional investor AML due diligence support. Emerging & Digital Asset Compliance - AML frameworks for crypto exchanges and VASPs (FATF Rec. 15 aligned). - FIU-IND VDA SP registration advisory. - Travel Rule compliance gap assessments (FATF Rec. 16). - KYC / EDD frameworks for high-risk digital asset clients. Why Clients Choose Me - CAMS-certified AML specialist with Big4 foundation. - Deep financial crimes compliance experience + global applicability. - Strong expertise across banking and fintech environments, with a growing practice in crypto/VASP compliance. - Practical, audit-ready deliverables aligned with regulatory expectations. - Clear scoping, transparent communication and reliable execution. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Q: Can you support clients across the globe? Yes. I apply FATF-aligned AML frameworks globally and adapt them to jurisdiction-specific requirements. Where needed, I work alongside local legal/regulatory experts. Q: What does an AML audit include? A full operational audit covers AML governance, KYC/CDD/EDD, sanctions screening, transaction monitoring, SAR/STR reporting, record-keeping, training and internal controls - with a structured remediation plan. Q: Do you support crypto and VASP compliance? Yes. I support AML framework design, VDA SP registration, FATF Rec. 15 compliance and Travel Rule readiness for crypto businesses. Q: What deliverables can I expect? AML policies, risk assessments, audit reports, KYC frameworks, SAR/STR templates, training materials and regulatory documentation. Core Skills: AML compliance consultant | KYC expert | CAMS certified | Financial crime compliance | FATF compliance | OFAC sanctions | FinCEN AML | MSB compliance | Crypto AML consultant | Transaction monitoring | SAR reporting | EDD | KYB | Compliance officer | AML audit | FIU registration | Fintech compliance | Blockchain AML | Regulatory compliance | RBI compliance | CBUAE compliance | AML program review | Compliance gap assessment | VASP AML | VDA SP compliance | Beneficial ownership | Wolfsberg Group | AML/CFT framework | Virtual asset compliance | Digital asset AML Looking for a compliance partner who delivers practical, regulator-ready solutions with integrity? Invite me to your project or send a message. I respond within 24 hours with a clear, honest assessment of how I can help!

  • Anti-Money Laundering
  • Know Your Customer
  • Project Management
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Risk Management
  • Governance, Risk Management & Compliance
  • Compliance Consultation
  • Compliance Training
  • Customer Onboarding
  • Legal Writing
  • Policy Writing
  • Due Diligence
  • Risk Analysis
  • Risk Assessment
Priyanka M.

Nanded, India

$20/hr
5.0
145 jobs

⚖️ 𝑰 𝒅𝒐𝒏’𝒕 𝒋𝒖𝒔𝒕 𝒅𝒓𝒂𝒇𝒕 𝒄𝒐𝒏𝒕𝒓𝒂𝒄𝒕𝒔 - 𝑰 𝒑𝒓𝒐𝒕𝒆𝒄𝒕 𝒚𝒐𝒖𝒓 𝒃𝒖𝒔𝒊𝒏𝒆𝒔𝒔 𝒓𝒐𝒂𝒅𝒎𝒂𝒑. ⚖️ As a legal consultant with a cross-border focus (US & India), I help startup founders, independent consultants, and remote businesses navigate the law with confidence. I combine personal attention with professional rigor to deliver legal solutions that drive your business forward. From setting up your company to shielding your intellectual property, my goal is to de-risk your growth so you can innovate freely. ✅ 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐬𝐞 & 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬: I’m an experienced corporate lawyer and startup advisor who has guided businesses from Silicon Valley to Bangalore through critical legal milestones. ✅ 𝐌𝐲 𝐜𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐝𝐞: 1. Business Incorporation (India & US): ↳ Entity formation, founders’ agreements, and regulatory filings to get your startup off the ground in either jurisdiction. 2. Contracts & NDAs: ↳ Expert drafting and review of contracts (NDAs, service agreements, partnership deals, international contracts, etc.) to protect your interests and avoid disputes. 3. Intellectual Property Protection: ↳ Securing your IP through trademark registration, copyright advisement, and IP clauses in contracts – ensuring your brand and product are safe from copycats. 4. ESOPs & Equity Agreements: ↳ Creating employee stock option plans and founder equity agreements that attract talent while safeguarding ownership structure. 5. Compliance & Legal Risk Checklists: ↳ 2-minute legal risk checkups and detailed compliance audits to keep your business compliant with labor laws, data privacy, and industry regulations across borders. 6. Ongoing Legal Advisory: ↳ Long-term fractional General Counsel support for startups – I act as your on-call legal partner, handling day-to-day queries, contract updates, and cross-border compliance so you can focus on growth. ✅𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤 𝐖𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐌𝐞? I bring clarity, speed, and business-savvy insight to legal work. You’ll get practical legal advice minus the jargon - I explain options clearly and give you actionable next steps. I pride myself on being responsive (often within a few hours) and proactive in identifying issues before they become problems. Past clients have appreciated my attention to detail and ability to anticipate legal pitfalls in new markets. Whether you’re launching your first product or expanding internationally, I tailor my services to fit your needs and budget. 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐬𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐛𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞? 𝐋𝐞𝐭’𝐬 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐜𝐭! 𝙁𝙚𝙚𝙡 𝙛𝙧𝙚𝙚 𝙩𝙤 𝙨𝙚𝙣𝙙 𝙢𝙚 𝙖 𝙢𝙚𝙨𝙨𝙖𝙜𝙚 𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙝 𝙮𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙡𝙚𝙜𝙖𝙡 𝙦𝙪𝙚𝙨𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙨 𝙤𝙧 𝙥𝙧𝙤𝙟𝙚𝙘𝙩 𝙙𝙚𝙩𝙖𝙞𝙡𝙨, 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙄’𝙡𝙡 𝙗𝙚 𝙝𝙖𝙥𝙥𝙮 𝙩𝙤 𝙝𝙚𝙡𝙥. (𝙄 𝙤𝙛𝙛𝙚𝙧 𝙖 𝙛𝙧𝙚𝙚 𝙞𝙣𝙞𝙩𝙞𝙖𝙡 𝙘𝙤𝙣𝙨𝙪𝙡𝙩𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 – 𝙖𝙨𝙠 𝙢𝙚 𝙖𝙣𝙮𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙣𝙜!) 𝙄 𝙡𝙤𝙤𝙠 𝙛𝙤𝙧𝙬𝙖𝙧𝙙 𝙩𝙤 𝙚𝙣𝙨𝙪𝙧𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙮𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙫𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙪𝙧𝙚 𝙞𝙨 𝙤𝙣 𝙨𝙤𝙡𝙞𝙙 𝙡𝙚𝙜𝙖𝙡 𝙜𝙧𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙙 𝙖𝙨 𝙞𝙩 𝙜𝙧𝙤𝙬𝙨.

  • Compliance
  • Contract Drafting
  • Legal Writing
  • Corporate Law
  • Contract Law
  • Capital Markets
  • Company Registration
  • Employment Law
  • Contract Management
  • Legal Consulting
  • Tax Law
  • Legal Agreement
  • Legal Assistance
  • Legal Drafting
  • International Law
Bhashit P.

Ahmedabad, India

$25/hr
5.0
43 jobs

TOP-Rated Plus Upwork Member. (Top 3%) We are a Cyber Security Consulting firm operated by former government and Fortune 500 hackers. Our team has been inside networks big and small, from electrical grids to water facilities. No network is too complex for us. We have expertise helping and securing SaaS organizations. Our Services: - Penetration Testing: - ISO27001 - SOC2 - GDPR - HIPAA - Phishing Engagements - External Assessments Why Choose Us? Unmatched Expertise: Our team comprises international banks, SaaS applications and Fortune 500 clients who bring unparalleled skills and insights to every project. With hands-on experience in securing some of the most complex networks in the world, we possess a deep understanding of the cyber threat landscape and the tactics used by attackers. Results-Focused: We are dedicated to delivering actionable results. Our assessments and tests are designed to provide you with clear, practical recommendations that can be implemented to enhance your security posture. Our focus is on ensuring that your network is not only secure but also resilient against evolving threats. Our Certifications: Our team holds industry-leading certifications that validate our expertise and commitment to excellence: CEH: Certified Ethical Hacking CRTO (Certified Red Team Operator): Demonstrates our proficiency in performing advanced red team operations to identify and exploit vulnerabilities. CRTL (Certified Red Team Leader): Reflects our ability to lead and manage complex red team engagements with custom and secure infrastructure. Not even EDR will inhibit our performance so that way we can provide even greater impact. OSCP (Offensive Security Certified Professional): Highlights our skill in conducting thorough penetration tests and developing creative solutions to security challenges. At Ownux Global, we cater to enterprise but also to the startups, web application developers, offering a professional yet relaxed approach to cyber security. Our mission is to safeguard your digital assets with the highest level of expertise and dedication, providing you with peace of mind in an increasingly digital world. Ready to secure your network? Let’s get started. Contact us today to discuss how we can help protect your business from cyber threats.

  • Network Penetration Testing
  • OWASP
  • Cloud Security
  • Web Application Security
  • Vulnerability Assessment
  • Penetration Testing
  • SOC 2
  • ISO 27001
  • HIPAA
  • Compliance Consultation
  • Governance, Risk Management & Compliance
Aparajita C.

Nashik, India

$12/hr
5.0
11 jobs

I help startups, SMEs, and growing organizations across the US, UK, India, and APAC build structured, scalable, and compliance-driven HR systems that support business growth, operational clarity, governance, and audit readiness. With 9+ years of experience across HR consulting, organizational development (OD), HR operations, and compliance frameworks, I specialize in HR transformation — helping businesses move from chaotic, reactive HR environments to structured, process-driven systems aligned with business goals. Many growing organizations struggle with: - Unstructured HR processes - Lack of SOPs and documentation - Compliance risks and audit gaps - Unclear roles and accountability - Scaling and operational inefficiencies I help solve these challenges through strategic HR frameworks, process optimization, organizational effectiveness, and compliance architecture — including ISO 27001:2022 and ISO 9001 aligned systems. What I Help Businesses With: HR Setup, Transformation & Process Optimization - HR department setup from scratch - HR audits & gap analysis - HR process restructuring - Workflow optimization & scalable HR systems HR Policies, SOPs & Compliance - HR policies & employee handbooks - SOP development & process mapping - Compliance documentation & governance support - Offer letters, contracts & HR templates Performance Management & Organizational Development - KPI/KRA framework design - Performance management systems - Organizational structure & role clarity - Employee lifecycle design Compliance & Workforce Systems - ISO 27001:2022 HR compliance support - ISO 9001 process alignment - HRMS implementation support - HR analytics, onboarding & workforce systems Industries & Experience: I have worked with startups, SMEs, manufacturing companies, healthcare organizations, and service-based businesses to build scalable HR systems that improve accountability, strengthen compliance, and support sustainable growth. I have also supported organizations aligned with DBHDD and GVRA requirements for the State of Georgia. Why Clients Work With Me - Strategic yet execution-focused approach - Expertise in HR + ISO compliance integration - Structured, scalable, and practical HR solutions - Strong focus on operational excellence and governance - Experience supporting scaling organizations and transformation projects If your organization needs structured HR systems, compliance-ready processes, or organizational development support, I can help build frameworks that scale efficiently and reduce operational risk.

  • Human Resources Consulting
  • Human Resources Compliance
  • HR Policy
  • Company Policy
  • Process Documentation
  • HR System Management
  • Performance Management
  • Human Resource Management
  • Human Resources Strategy
  • Human Resource Information System
  • Internal Auditing
  • Employment Handbook
  • Policy Development
  • Employment Law
  • Employee Onboarding
  • HR & Business Services
  • Employee Training
  • Administrative Support
  • Human Resources Analytics
  • Training & Development

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