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Min Experience: 20 years

Location: Surat

JobType: full-time

As part of regulatory and strategic requirements, we are seeking a seasoned banking professional to join as Director – BFS Advisory on a visiting consultant basis. This role will provide senior-level banking expertise and strategic guidance during the NBFC licensing phase and may evolve post-licensing based on regulatory outcomes and business needs.

Role Scope

Phase 1: Pre-License (Advisory Phase)

- Serve as a visiting Director / Consultant during the NBFC licensing process
- Provide strategic guidance on NBFC structuring, governance, and operational readiness
- Strengthen the RBI license application through deep banking and regulatory expertise
- Act in an advisory capacity with a limited, flexible time commitment

Phase 2: Post-License (If License Is Obtained)

- Potential transition into a more involved advisory or operational role
- Increased participation in day-to-day strategic and governance matters
- Possibility of full-time or expanded engagement based on mutual interest and business requirements

Note: RBI licensing timelines are subject to regulatory discretion. This engagement is designed to remain flexible and may evolve based on licensing outcomes.

Candidate Profile

Essential Criteria

- Minimum 20 years of banking experience
- Regional-level leadership or higher in a nationalised / public sector bank




- Impeccable service record with no vigilance cases, penalties, or adverse findings
- Currently retired or approaching retirement
- Willingness to travel to Surat, Gujarat on a visiting basis

Preferred Experience

- Background in credit, lending, risk management, or compliance
- Strong understanding of RBI regulations and banking operations
- Established professional credibility and network within the banking ecosystem

Engagement & Compensation

- Monthly retainer (to be discussed based on profile and level of involvement)
- Travel and accommodation expenses reimbursed
- Flexible visiting schedule during the initial phase
- Opportunity to play a foundational role in a new financial services venture backed by a strong business group
- Potential for expanded responsibilities as the NBFC scales post-licensing
- Structured regulatory environment supported by leading skilled advisors

Engagement Timeline

- Immediate requirement
- Initial engagement: Until RBI license outcome
- Future engagement: Based on business needs and mutual agreement

Why This Role?

- Stay professionally engaged post-retirement with high-impact advisory work
- Leverage decades of banking experience to help build a new institution
- Collaborate with a credible, growth-oriented business group
- Flexible commitment aligned with senior professionals
- Contribute meaningfully to India’s NBFC and financial inclusion ecosystem

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