Paying attention to what the market needs and catering to that need in a better way is still the most impeccable path to success. The story of ONS Finserv—a global financial services and fiduciary services provider— and its founders Srishti Dixit (Group Founder & Managing Director) and Ashwanee Ramsurrun (Group CEO & Co-Founder), proves this once again. Starting their entrepreneurial journey, as an FSC-regulated service provider with a management company license in Mauritius, ONS Finserv today has expanded its services footprint worldwide, especially across Asia and MENA regions with offices in Dubai, Mauritius and Singapore.
The young Turks deserve immense credit for penetrating such a complex and competitive market by providing comprehensive advice, establishment, and management services for entities worldwide, enabling ONS Finserv’s clients to invest internationally with an optimal structure. Given the variety of asset classes available in today’s market, ONS Finserv facilitates investments across any class through the client’s own robust structure.
ONS Finserv is one of the most sought-after business solutions providers for the accuracy of their solutions to diverse business and structuring needs of the clients in MENA and Asia region.
Facilitating Everything the Client Needs
Delving deeper into this remarkable success story reveals that ONS Finserv’s growth journey is no coincidence but a collective outcome of providing the market with the right financial services at the right time with the help of a great team, which, in fact, is one of the predominant aspects the leadership duo deserves credit for. Over the past few years, investors in the West have increasingly turned their attention to the Middle East and Asia, seeking opportunities in both the public and private sectors. While the industry is largely into wealth management, ONS Finserv came into existence with a keen focus on structural advisory, where the company guides asset managers in establishing companies, funds, and regulated entities across the globe. ONS Finserv designed its services to leverage the current global investment climate efficiently.
Lend your ears to Srishti. She says, “Our clients can capitalize on the burgeoning real estate market in the UAE, benefit from Saudi Arabia’s improving business environment, engage with the Indian market via the Foreign Portfolio Investment (FPI) route, directly invest in businesses through Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) pathways, or explore the commodities indices of Southeast Asian nations, as well as Chinese and Singaporean financial instruments. This holistic approach is achievable under a single, unified platform. We help our clients to obtain and run such platforms.” She adds, “We offer a full spectrum of services, not limited to licensing but extending to regulatory filings, compliance, Net Asset Value (NAV) accounting, and the complete administration of such entities, ensuring a seamless investment experience for our clients.”
Strong Principles
The lion’s share of the credit also goes to the company’s founding principles and client experience-and-outcome-centric approach. “We operate on our foundational principles that are elegantly simple: Accountability, Timeliness, Transparency, and Confidentiality. We have adopted ‘Innovation’ as the fifth cardinal principle in tune with evolving times. These principles steer us toward abundant opportunities in the financial services realm. We embrace those opportunities with a straightforward client service approach, which is all about trust and partnership,” adjoins Ashwanee.
Clients always expect their service providers to be dependable allies who bolster their vision and business aims. Conceiving this truth, the duo rightly believes that ONS Finserv’s success is directly correlated with the prosperity of its clients. Hence, the team performs its duties with unwavering diligence, meets deadlines consistently, and is known for its thoroughness, all while delivering substantial value-added insights to clients. The firm’s dedication to its principles has garnered enduring trust from clients, resulting in repeat engagements and new business through word of mouth—a testament to ONS Finserv’s commitment and service excellence.
A Strong Team
“The team is the cornerstone of our organization, with every infrastructure and resource designed to bolster their work and development,” Srishti asserts. ONS Finserv has been highly successful in placing its team amidst an enhanced, supportive leadership model, ensuring that employees are not just heard but actively involved in decision-making processes that affect them. Ideas are met with high regard, and a transparent communication channel extends to the highest echelons, fostering a collaborative environment dedicated to client service. This engenders a progressive work environment, helping the company cater to its clients’ sophisticated requirements.
The firm’s dedication to its principles has garnered enduring trust from clients, resulting in repeat engagements & new business through word of mouth—a testament to ONS Finserv’s commitment & service excellence
A Well Crafted Services Portfolio
ONS Finserv’s services portfolio has huge bandwidth, encompassing everything from building Company Incorporation to setting up Global Funds and trusts, Independent Director Services, facilitating Global Business Licenses, setting up Global Headquarters, Structuring Advisory, Commercial Broking, Financial Consultancy, and Corporate Advisory. For instance, among the services ONS Finserv offers is risk management and compliance—a field where its in-house professionals with access to advanced compliance software. They guide clients through the intricacies of compliance, covering Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Counter-Financing of Terrorism (CFT), and adherence to local regulations. Their expertise encompasses FATCA and CRS reporting, in addition to being well-versed in global standards such as those set by FATF, EU, and BASEL. The company offers this wide horizon of services across jurisdictions including Singapore, Dubai, Mauritius, Cayman Islands, BVI, Seychelles, and Bermuda.
“Continuous monitoring of our clients’ activities is a priority, and we apply stringent measures across the board. Being regulated in multiple esteemed jurisdictions ourselves, we uphold the highest compliance standards. Our global data software ensures we’re immediately informed of any regulatory changes, enabling proactive measures,” adds Ashwanee.
Tech-savvy Approach, Powered By AI
Given that the modern-day financial services sector is extremely dynamic, with internal, external, and global challenges arising from the ever-evolving legal and regulatory landscape, staying abreast of the changes is crucial not only for the company’s operations but also for its clients subject to these shifting regulations. To align with this vital need, ONS Finserv’s internal policies and methods are designed for rapid response, keeping itself and the clients informed and prepared for any regulatory shifts.
Technology plays a huge role in achieving the dexterity ONS Finserv possesses. In fact, the whole of the financial services industry today acknowledges the emergence of fintech and artificial intelligence as fundamental components of the modern landscape. ONS Finserv has long since embraced digitalization and AI-enhanced software within its service framework. Being a relatively young organization makes it easier for the company to continually refine and incorporate new features to elevate the quality of client service delivery. Indeed, each department within the company has direct access to specialized software that streamlines their tasks, reduces time expenditure, minimizes labor hours, and mitigates the risk of human error. This elevated level of commitment to in-house operations is supported by the industry’s leading compliance, NAV accounting, and operational software, ensuring excellence and efficiency across all organizational functions.
Toward a Bright Future
“We have a global mindset, and the world is our oyster. We know the space we are in and each jurisdiction is changing at all times. We envisage adding more jurisdictions to our offerings with evolving times and offer a global experience to all our clients from far west to far east as a one-stop shop. Going forward, we are also constantly working on AI implementation and improvising the client service experience,” elucidates Srishti.
It’s no secret that entrepreneurship pivots on the ability to take measured risks, cultivate a robust network, and grasp opportunities as they arise. Ultimately, it takes a measure of bravery to embark on new ventures. Sound mentorship can be invaluable in this journey. “Our firm champions the spirit of innovation, urging the next generation to transcend conventional thinking. We advocate for identifying and addressing widespread challenges with groundbreaking solutions while adhering to strategic planning and ethical practices. We invite enterprising individuals to join our ranks, promising an environment conducive to growth and the necessary exposure to thrive,” concludes Ashwanee.
Srishti Dixit, Group Founder & Managing Director, ONS Finserv
With an MSc in Economics and CAMS certification, Srishti’s expertise spans fund management, corporate services, and licensing across various financial institutions. Her illustrious career includes collaborations with United Nations-affiliated organizations and fund managers. She is successfully running her own practice of fiduciary services, structuring, and deal advisory and lead arranging. Her innovative contributions to the industry were recognized with the prestigious ‘Excellence in Financial Leaders - Innovator’s Award’ at the Finext Conference in Dubai.
Ashwanee Ramsurrun, Group CEO & Co-Founder, ONS Finserv
An award-winning financial services professional, Ashwanee holds a BSc (Hons) in Financial Services with Law, graduating with distinction and as a university topper. Over the past 13 years, he has been instrumental in the structuring of global entities. A Member of the Chartered Institute for Securities and Investment UK, Ashwanee has honed his expertise in areas such as Fixed Interest and Securities Market, Investment Brokerage, and Fund Administration. He was recently conferred with the Most Influential and Respected CEO in the African region award, in the Business Solution Providers category, at the AMR CEOs Awards in Balaclava, Mauritius.
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