Arpith S Bhat

Arpith S Bhat is a seasoned compliance professional holding certifications including CAMS and CAFCA, with extensive experience in risk and compliance management across various financial services companies. Currently serving as the Chief Compliance Officer for Remitly in the Middle East since September 2023, Arpith oversees compliance monitoring in the GCC and India while liaising with regulatory authorities. Previously, roles include Head of Risk & Compliance at Huru, Senior Compliance Manager at Careem, and Head of Risk & Compliance at TerraPay, where responsibilities involved regulatory compliance, risk assessments, licensing applications, and developing compliance policies. Arpith also has a strong background in agent onboarding and transaction monitoring, with earlier experience at Xpress Money, JPMorgan Chase, and Deutsche Bank. Education credentials include an MBA in Finance from Symbiosis and specialized training in Financial Crime Risk and Compliance from the Indian Institute of Management Bangalore.