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Anuj Choudhary

Anuj Choudhary

Mumbai

Summary

Dynamic and seasoned Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) professional with over a decade of expertise in managing global compliance frameworks, risk assessments, and technology-driven investigations. Led 350+ complex investigations and managed 60+ high-impact risk assurance clients, recovering INR 800+ million and safeguarding organizations from financial and reputational risks. Proficient in designing and implementing compliance frameworks (SOX, IFC, ICOFR) and policies aligned with regulatory requirements, including GDPR, DPDP, Anti-Trust, DOJ’s ECCP, and GOI’s UCPMP, ensuring robust risk mitigation and operational integrity.


Recognized for strategic leadership in developing ethics and compliance programs, conducting root cause analyses, and managing third-party due diligence to ensure ABAC and FCPA compliance. Skilled at fostering cross-functional collaboration and delivering periodic compliance training to drive a culture of integrity. Adept at overseeing multi-million-dollar projects, leveraging forensic analytics, and leading teams across India, the US, UK, CIS, South Africa, and beyond. Published thought leader in top industry journals, with a proven track record of mentoring teams and aligning senior stakeholders to implement proactive compliance initiatives.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate

Work History

Corporate Compliance Manager - Ombuds & Monitoring

Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories
06.2023 - Current
  • Conducted high stakes ethics and compliance investigations across domestic and international operations, addressing misconduct areas such as COI, data privacy violations, insider trading, retaliation, whistle-blower concerns, etc.
  • Spearheaded investigations into product diversion and kickback allegations, recovering over INR 50 million, and collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure adherence to the firm’s Code of Conduct.
  • Played a pivotal role in enhancing the Ombudsperson Process by adopting best practices aligned with Global Investigation Review (GIR) and ECCP of DOJ, designing and implementing comprehensive policies, SOPs, and protocols for monitoring, investigation and ethical reporting of the concerns.
  • Conducted root cause analyses to identify compliance vulnerabilities and recommended corrective actions, mitigating future risks and ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements.
  • Developed and delivered ethics training programs for SPOCs and compliance champions, fostering organizational awareness and a culture of accountability.
  • Utilized NAVEX tools for case documentation, real-time reporting, and trend analysis, achieving a substantiation rate of 95% and timely closure of 92% of cases.
  • Proactively mitigated FCPA/ABAC risks through cross-border reviews in high-risk regions, preventing regulatory penalties exceeding $10 million and safeguarding organizational integrity.
  • Led investigations into data privacy breaches, implementing targeted controls, and recommending executive-level training to prevent unauthorized data theft and enhance protection.

Experienced Manager – Forensic and Investigations Services

Grant Thornton Bharat LLP
12.2022 - 05.2023
  • Led high-impact investigations into ethical misconduct, including kickbacks, conflicts of interest, and regulatory violations, recovering over INR 25 million while safeguarding clients from reputational and financial risks.
  • Mentored and developed a team of 8+ professionals in forensic investigations, enhancing their skills in FCPA, insider trading, and modern investigation techniques by imparting trainings.
  • Elevated audit standards by providing strategic ethics and compliance insights to audit teams for their listed clients, thereby helping them in mitigation of fraud risk while giving an opinion on the Financial Statements.
  • Successfully led Third Party Due Diligence (TPDD) projects to evaluate vendor relationships and mitigate risks of fraud, bribery, and non-compliance with FCPA/ABAC regulations, helping clients proactively address regulatory and reputational risks.
  • Developed and implemented defensive strategies for listed clients in Chemical sector to respond effectively to notices from regulatory agencies to mitigate / lower the reputational risk and exposure of non-compliance.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with key stakeholders at the client location through account development and connect calls.

Manager – Forensics and Integrity Services

Ernst and Young LLP
05.2020 - 12.2022
  • Led complex forensic investigations across sectors, addressing issues such as anti-bribery (FCPA/ABAC), insider trading, kickbacks, and conflicts of interest, safeguarding clients from potential penalties exceeding $50 million.
  • Conducted high-profile whistle blower investigations, utilizing advanced eDiscovery tools and data analytics to uncover fraud risks, ensure timely resolutions, and achieve a substantiation rate of over 90%.
  • Spearheaded FCPA compliance reviews for NYSE-listed clients, identifying and mitigating risks related to government interactions and excessive facilitation payments, preventing significant regulatory exposure.
  • Designed and implemented fraud risk assessments and compliance frameworks for clients, enabling proactive monitoring and achieving substantial cost savings for clients in travel, technology, and manufacturing sectors.
  • Partnered with regulatory agencies to enhance investigative efficiency, acting as a knowledge technology partner to develop tools and processes for faster resolution of surveillance and insider trading cases.
  • Spearheaded Third Party Due Diligence (TPDD) initiatives for major MNCs, evaluating financial, legal, and reputational risks of new vendors, distributors, and business partners to ensure compliance with ABAC and FCPA regulations.
  • Leveraged forensic analytics and data insights to uncover fraud and corruption, such as identifying 221,000 fake seller listings for a PE firm and recovering USD 2.5 million in kickback cases.
  • Developed and implemented defensive strategies for clients in Pharma, Infrastructure, and TMT sectors to manage dawn raids by Anti-Trust authorities, respond effectively to notices from SEBI, the Competition Commission of India (CCI), and the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA), minimizing reputational risks, ensuring compliance and mitigating potential penalties.
  • Provided strategic guidance to clients on compliance best practices, FCPA, GDPR, and anti-corruption measures, safeguarding organizations from regulatory risks.
  • Operated across diverse geographies including India, China, the US, UK, and Brazil, demonstrating global adaptability and cultural sensitivity.

Assistant Manager - Risk Advisory Team

BDO India LLP
06.2015 - 05.2020
  • Forensic Investigations & Fraud Detection: Led & participated in more than 10 high-impact investigations recovering significant funds, uncovering complex fraud schemes, and leveraging advanced forensic techniques.
  • Revenue Assurance & Cost Optimization: Drove significant financial value and operational improvements for 4 clients in the TMT and Other Service Sector through uncovering revenue leakages and implementing cost optimization strategies.
  • SOX & IFC: Designed, implemented, and tested the effectiveness of SOX, IFC, and ICOFR frameworks for more than 25 clients in TMT, Pharmaceuticals, Consumer, and Retail sectors, helping mitigate risks and ensure compliance.
  • Risk Advisory & Compliance: Mitigated potential financial and reputational risks by conducting FCPA risk assessments, implementing anti-corruption measures, and safeguarding investor funds for 3 clients in Pharmaceuticals and TMT.
  • Internal Audit & Risk Management: Optimized operational efficiency, reduced costs, and ensured compliance through risk-based internal audits, automation, and process improvements for 30+ clients across TMT, Advanced Manufacturing, Pharmaceuticals, Entertainment, and Hospitality sectors.
  • Team Management: Led and mentored teams, ensuring timely project delivery, maintaining high-quality standards, etc.
  • Progressed from Intern to Assistant Manager, mastering the art of managing seniors, client, and team expectations.

Associate Article

Aneja Associates LLP (Chartered Accountants)
09.2014 - 06.2015

Staff Intern

Batliboi & Purohit LLP (Chartered Accountants)
02.2014 - 09.2014

Education

Legum Baccalaureus - LLB (2nd Year) - Legal & Compliance

Anand Vishwa Gurukul College Of Law, MU Affi.
Thane, India

Company Secretariat (Inter Level Clear) - Law, Legal, Compliance

Institute of Company Secretaries of India
New Delhi, India

Chartered Accountant (CA) - Masters Degree - Accounting And Finance

Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
New Delhi, India

Bachelors of Commerce (3 Years) - Accounting And Auditing

KJ Somaiya College of Science & Commerce, MU Affi.
Mumbai, India

Certification

  • Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), ACFE, USA
  • Certified Information Privacy Professional / Europe (CIPP/E), IAPP
  • Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), ISACA, USA
  • Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), ISACA, USA

Skills

Stakeholder Collaboration and Engagement

Ethics and Compliance Investigations

Compliance Training and Awareness

Policy Development and SOP Implementation

Whistle-blower Program Management

Internal Auditing and Risk Assessment

Root Cause Analysis and Corrective Actions

FCPA, ABAC, and Anti-trust Compliance Reviews

Third-party Due Diligence

Data Analytics and Trend Analysis

Forensic Tools and Case Management Systems

Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC)

Work Availability

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Timeline

Corporate Compliance Manager - Ombuds & Monitoring

Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories
06.2023 - Current

Experienced Manager – Forensic and Investigations Services

Grant Thornton Bharat LLP
12.2022 - 05.2023

Manager – Forensics and Integrity Services

Ernst and Young LLP
05.2020 - 12.2022

Assistant Manager - Risk Advisory Team

BDO India LLP
06.2015 - 05.2020

Associate Article

Aneja Associates LLP (Chartered Accountants)
09.2014 - 06.2015

Staff Intern

Batliboi & Purohit LLP (Chartered Accountants)
02.2014 - 09.2014

Legum Baccalaureus - LLB (2nd Year) - Legal & Compliance

Anand Vishwa Gurukul College Of Law, MU Affi.

Company Secretariat (Inter Level Clear) - Law, Legal, Compliance

Institute of Company Secretaries of India

Chartered Accountant (CA) - Masters Degree - Accounting And Finance

Institute of Chartered Accountants of India

Bachelors of Commerce (3 Years) - Accounting And Auditing

KJ Somaiya College of Science & Commerce, MU Affi.

Achievements & Accolades

  • Dr. Reddy’s Zest Award FY25 for Excellence in Leading and Delivering High-Risk and Complex Investigations.
  • Dr. Reddy’s: Received multiple Spotlights from the CCO, Global Investigations Head & Business Teams, for managing multiple high risk investigations, provide tangible compliant CAPAs, etc.
  • Ernst & Young: Received 2 Kudos and 2 “I AM Exceptional” from the Partner for Business Development & Client Deliveries
  • BDO India: Received Superstar of the Quarter, BDO India LLP for the Quarter Oct 2016 – Dec 2016

Thought Leadership / Publications

  • Combatting Employee Frauds in India: The Role of Chartered Accountants | The Chartered Accountant - Nov-2024
  • Uncovering Unethical Activities in the Indian IT and ITeS Sectors | ACFE Insights - Aug-24
  • The case of the missing boiler fuel | Fraud Magazine- Jun-24
  • Strengthening Preventive Strategies Against Product Diversion in India’s Pharma Industry | ACFE Insights - Apr-24
  • Uncovering Ghost Pharmacies: A Case of Counterfeit Drugs| ACFE News Letter - Dec-23
  • Forensic Investigations and Computer Forensics in the Age of Blockchain | ISACA Journal - Sep-23
  • Revolutionizing Ethics, Integrity and Compliance: How Indian Pharma Giants Can Secure Positions in the Global Market | ACFE News Letter - Aug-23
  • DogeRAT: The Disturbing Malware Disguised as Your Favorite Apps | ISACA Now – Nov-23

Thought Leadership / Publications

  • Combatting Employee Frauds in India: The Role of CA | The Chartered Accountant - Nov-2024
  • Uncovering Unethical Activities in the Indian IT and ITeS Sectors | ACFE Insights - Aug-24
  • The case of the missing boiler fuel | Fraud Magazine- Jun-24
  • Forensic Investigations and Computer Forensics in the Age of Blockchain | ISACA Journal - Sep-23
  • Revolutionizing EIC: How Indian Pharma Giants Can Secure Positions in the Global Market | ACFE - Aug-23

Digital Courses and Industry

  • Forensic Accounting and Fraud Examination - West Virginia University and Coursera
  • RPA Business Analyst, Automation Anywhere and Ui Path
  • Bronze batch in Data Science and Visualization, Ernst & Young LLP

Achievements & Accolades

  • Dr. Reddy’s Zest Award FY25 for Excellence in Leading and Delivering High-Risk and Complex Investigations.
  • Dr. Reddy’s: Received multiple Spotlights from the CCO, Global Investigations Head & Business Teams, for managing multiple high risk investigations, provide tangible compliant CAPAs, etc.
  • Ernst & Young: Received 2 Kudos and 2 “I AM Exceptional” from the Partner for Business Development & Client Deliveries
  • BDO India: Received Superstar of the Quarter, BDO India LLP for the Quarter Oct 2016 – Dec 2016

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