About the role
Location: Bangalore
Experience: 8–10 Years
Industry: Financial Services / Alternative Investment Funds
Role Overview:
We are looking for an experienced Compliance Head to lead and manage the regulatory and compliance framework for a Fund Management Entity (FME) managing Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs). The role will be responsible for ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements, strengthening governance frameworks, and acting as a key liaison with regulators.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead end-to-end compliance for AIFs in line with SEBI (AIF) Regulations and FME guidelines
- Act as the designated Compliance Officer/Principal Officer (as applicable)
- Manage regulatory filings, reporting, and disclosures with SEBI / IFSCA / other regulators
- Draft, review, and update PPMs, policies, SOPs, and internal compliance frameworks
- Ensure ongoing compliance with AML/KYC norms, FATCA, CRS, and related regulations
- Monitor changes in regulatory landscape and implement necessary updates
- Conduct compliance audits, risk assessments, and internal reviews
- Liaise with trustees, custodians, auditors, and legal advisors
- Support fund structuring, onboarding, and operational compliance
- Build and mentor the compliance team as the organization scales
Key Requirements:
- 8–10 years of experience in compliance within AIF / PMS / Asset Management / FME
- Strong knowledge of SEBI AIF Regulations, IFSCA guidelines (for GIFT City exposure preferred)
- Experience in handling regulatory inspections and audits
- Prior experience as a Compliance Officer or in a senior compliance leadership role
- Familiarity with fund documentation, investor onboarding, and reporting frameworks
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
Preferred Qualifications:
- LLB / CA / CS / MBA (Finance) or relevant qualification
- Experience working with Category I / II / III AIFs
- Exposure to international fund structures or GIFT City regulations is an added advantage