RSM

Independence Operations Associate 2

India · Work style not stated · Full time

Apply on the employer’s site ↗See how well you match this job

You apply directly with the employer. ROLIVA does not submit applications from this page and is not the employer.

About the role

Description from the employer’s posting. Check the employer’s page for the current version.

EmployerRSM
LocationIndia
Work styleWork style not stated
Employment typeFull time
Employer posted7 Oct 2026

We are the leading provider of professional services to the middle market globally, our purpose is to instill confidence in a world of change, empowering our clients and people to realize their full potential. Our exceptional people are the key to our unrivaled, inclusive culture and talent experience and our ability to be compelling to our clients. You’ll find an environment that inspires and empowers you to thrive both personally and professionally. There’s no one like you and that’s why there’s nowhere like RSM.

The Office of Risk Management (“O.R.M”) supports the implementation of programs, policies, and practices to manage RSM (or “Firm”) risk. Individuals in the Independence Operations Associate 2 role will assist with managing risk by supporting multiple teams within RSM’s Office of Risk Management, working in the Firm’s independence systems (entity management system (“EMS”), conflicts of interests, personal independence tool, and services assessment tool). The Independence Operations Associate 2 will support these various functions as seasonal volumes fluctuate and will gain visibility into the key operational activities of the Risk Management function. Responsibilities will include processing updates to the entity management system, researching internal databases, summarizing research findings, delivering summary reports to engagement teams, supporting independence search procedures, and other responsibilities as required. The Independence Associate 2 will also provide procedural support to engagement teams navigating the Firm's independence and conflict check requirements.

Show full description

Essential Duties

Maintenance of EMS relationships and data, conducting consultations with client servers, and reviewing proposed edits to the EMS
Support independence and conflicts of interest search procedures
Monitoring workload and ensuring assignments are timely actioned
Stakeholder and team member support, guidance and communication
Identifying opportunities for and proposing process improvements
Other duties, as assigned

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in accounting (preferred) or other business degree

TECHNICAL/SOFT SKILLS

Awareness of interrelated policies, processes, and personnel.
Communicating information clearly and concisely, in writing to diverse audiences across the firm and to outside professional contacts.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion.
Demonstrating expert conflict resolution skills.
Proficient use of Microsoft Office products including familiarity with SharePoint as a document repository.
Ability to identify and recommend process improvement and efficiency.
Ability to develop and maintain applicable professional and internal contacts, resources and networks.
Providing status reporting and frequent check-ins with management.

EXPERIENCE

2+ years’ experience in support or customer service role or function (required)
1+ years’ experience with enterprise workflow or data management systems (preferred)
Working with teams internationally (required)

LEADERSHIP SKILLS

Organizational and prioritization skills
Able to adapt quickly to changes in process
Facilitating technically complex discussions with stakeholders
Proactively requesting and providing feedback
Timely engaging key stakeholders regarding important decisions, as appropriate

At RSM, we offer a competitive benefits and compensation package for all our people. We offer flexibility in your schedule, empowering you to balance life’s demands, while also maintaining your ability to serve clients. Learn more about our total rewards at https://rsmus.com/careers/india.html.

RSM does not tolerate discrimination and/or harassment based on race; colour; creed; sincerely held religious beliefs, practices or observances; sex (including pregnancy or disabilities related to nursing); gender (including gender identity and/or gender expression); sexual orientation; HIV Status; national origin; ancestry; familial or marital status; age; physical or mental disability; citizenship; political affiliation; medical condition (including family and medical leave); domestic violence victim status; past, current or prospective service in the Indian Armed Forces; Indian Armed Forces Veterans, and Indian Armed Forces Personnel status; pre-disposing genetic characteristics or any other characteristic protected under applicable provincial employment legislation.

Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in connection with the recruitment process and/or employment/partnership. RSM is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, interview, or otherwise participate in the recruiting process, please send us an email at careers@rsmus.com.

See how well you match this job Apply on the employer’s site ↗

Check your resume against this job Free, no sign-up. Nothing you paste is stored.

Staying safe while you apply

Never pay to apply, interview or accept an offer. ROLIVA never asks you for payment to apply to a job.
Apply only through the official “Apply on the employer’s site” button, on the employer’s own site, and check that a recruiter’s email uses that employer’s own domain rather than a free email address.
Be cautious of an offer made with no real interview, or pressure to decide quickly or share financial details early.

Does something look wrong with this listing? Use “Report broken link” in the role details, or read ROLIVA’s full job-safety guidance ↗.

Preparing for this role with ROLIVA

Check the fit.
Compare the requirements with the experience you have confirmed, including gaps.
Prepare honestly.
Build interview stories and application drafts from your own evidence.
Keep track.
Save the role and record your own application status and follow-ups.

Create a free workspace or log in.