Barclays has named Vikas Gupta, CFA, as Managing Director – Head of India Compliance, where he will oversee compliance strategy, regulatory governance, and employee compliance across the bank’s India operations. With more than 20 years of experience spanning financial crime prevention, risk management, and corporate governance, Gupta is set to play a pivotal role in strengthening the firm’s compliance culture and aligning it with evolving global standards.
In his new role, Gupta will be responsible for developing and executing compliance strategies that safeguard the bank’s operations while fostering a culture of accountability and integrity. His leadership will be instrumental in managing regulatory engagement, implementing effective control frameworks, and ensuring that compliance practices evolve in line with India’s rapidly changing financial landscape.
Gupta joins Barclays with a strong background in financial services compliance, having held senior leadership roles at Coforge, where he led Risk and Compliance Advisory initiatives. In this capacity, he helped clients design and enhance risk frameworks, establish effective controls, and navigate regulatory complexities. His career also includes significant stints with Bank of America Merrill Lynch, Deutsche Bank, and Citi, where he was deeply involved in compliance transformation, operational risk management, and regulatory remediation.
Throughout his career, Gupta has demonstrated expertise in managing complex compliance environments and building robust governance models. His global exposure across multinational financial institutions equips him with a comprehensive understanding of diverse regulatory regimes, making him well-suited to address both local and international compliance challenges at Barclays.
Barclays’ decision to appoint Gupta underscores the firm’s commitment to strengthening compliance in India—a market that continues to expand in importance within its global operations. His experience and leadership are expected to ensure that the bank not only meets regulatory expectations but also builds a resilient compliance framework capable of supporting sustainable business growth.
