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Gaurav Khandelwal
Partner & Leader - Risk Advisory

Strong governance and effective risk management don’t just protect organizations — they empower them to grow with confidence.

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Simplifies risk and control frameworks for real-world impact
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Drives resilient, scalable governance across large organizations
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Builds cohesive teams aligned to purpose and performance
Journey & Career Highlights

Over 20 years of experience in governance, risk, and compliance across consulting and industry. A Chartered Accountant by profession and an ex-Big 4 leader, he has built his career advising organizations on strengthening governance frameworks, enhancing internal controls, and embedding risk-intelligent practices.

His industry stint at Tata Realty was a pivotal chapter, where he played a transformative role in shaping the governance and compliance culture, leading the organization to earn prestigious recognitions such as the Risk and Compliance Awards at ICICI Lombard and the CNBC TV18 India Risk Management Awards.

Throughout his Big 4 leadership journey, he managed complex, large-scale internal audit engagements, guided clients through strategic risk assessments, and delivered robust solutions tailored to diverse sectors including real estate, infrastructure, steel, consumer goods, and financial services.

Past Roles
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Associate Partner KPMG India
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Vice President and Head - Internal Audit and Risk Management Tata Realty And Infrastructure Ltd
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Director Risk Advisory Services Grant Thornton Bharat LLP
Leadership & Impact
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Recognized for building robust governance and compliance cultures in large organizations.
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Strengthens client confidence by delivering structured, transparent, and sustainable risk-management solutions.
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Known for operationalizing governance frameworks that enhance accountability, resilience, and decision-making.
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Leads diverse audit and advisory teams, fostering a culture of excellence, rigor, and continuous improvement.
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Advisor to CXOs for simplifying complex risks and enabling proactive, enterprise-wide oversight.
Interests & Personality

With a strategic mindset and a deep belief in continuous learning, Gaurav enjoys exploring new governance frameworks, emerging compliance technologies, and innovative approaches to risk management. Outside of work, he maintains a keen interest in continuous learning and meaningful professional interactions that help him stay ahead in a rapidly evolving advisory landscape.

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Qualifications & Certifications
  • Chartered Accountant (CA – ICAI)
  • Bachelor of Commerce
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Areas of Expertise
  • Risk-Based Internal Audits and Internal Controls Assurance
  • IFC/SOX Readiness, Implementation, and Compliance
  • Enterprise Risk Management Frameworks and Mitigation Planning
  • Business Process Reengineering and Regulatory Compliance
  • Large-scale IFC implementation in the healthcare industry (24 hospitals)
  • Award-winning governance and compliance leadership at Tata Realty.
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Industry Focus
  • Real Estate & Infrastructure
  • Steel & Manufacturing
  • Consumer Goods & FMCG
  • Financial Services