Global professional services firm TMF Group has appointed Gaurav Rishi Mehra as part of its fund services team.

Mr Mehra joins TMF Group as head of fund services in India, overseeing the company’s funds offering in the emerging market in South Asia, aiming to maximise the region’s potential and improve existing processes to enable the company to expand its reach and proposition.

TMF Group’s new hire has more than 15 years of experience in the financial and asset management areas, alongside valuation of illiquid securities, financial reporting, GAAP and investor relations.

Previously he has worked as an associate director at KPMG, having occupied global leadership positions in leading international financial institutions such as State Street, Goldman Sachs and EY, where he developed his extensive background.

He will now report to Andrew O’Shea, global head of funds services.

Commenting on the appointment, Mr O’Shea, said: “TMF Group is continuously focusing on hiring the best people, as evidenced by the many recent key newcomers in different markets, spanning from the USA to the APAC region. Gaurav, the most recent, is an incredible professional with an impeccable track record in the financial and funds areas. His leadership skills and market knowledge, as well as his experience in the design and implementation of projects will be valuable assets in the next steps TMF Group will take to improve its funds services proposition.”