Urgently Required Compliance Officer-Gift City

Job Title: Compliance Officer

Location: GIFT City, Ahmedabad

Role Summary:

We are looking for an experienced Compliance Officer to ensure adherence to regulatory requirements within GIFT City (Gujarat International Finance Tec-City). The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of IFSC (International Financial Services Centre) regulations, RBI, SEBI, PFRDA, and IFSCA guidelines.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Regulatory Compliance:

• In-depth knowledge of GIFT City / IFSC Regulations and PFRDA guidelines applicable to Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs).
• Ensure compliance with IFSCA (International Financial Services Centres Authority) regulations and SEZ (Special Economic Zone) guidelines.
• Monitor and implement RBI, SEBI, and IRDAI regulations applicable to entities operating in GIFT City.
• Develop and maintain policies and procedures to comply with Indian and international regulatory standards.

2. Risk & Governance:

• Conduct risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies.
• Monitor regulatory changes and update internal policies accordingly.
• Ensure adherence to AML (Anti-Money Laundering), KYC (Know Your Customer), and FATCA requirements.

3. Audits & Reporting:

• Liaise with regulators, auditors, and stakeholders to ensure compliance.
• Prepare and submit regulatory reports to IFSCA, RBI, SEBI, and other relevant bodies.
• Handle regulatory inspections and audits efficiently.

4. Training & Awareness:

• Conduct training sessions for employees on regulatory requirements.
• Promote a compliance-oriented culture within the organization.

5. Operational Compliance:

• Review transactions for any suspicious activities and report to relevant authorities.
• Ensure proper record-keeping and documentation as per IFSC norms.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Education: CA / CS / LLB / MBA (Finance) / CFA / FRM or equivalent.
• Experience: 5+ years in compliance roles, preferably in BFSI, NBFC, or Fintech.
• Strong understanding of IFSCA regulations, SEBI guidelines, RBI circulars, and global compliance frameworks.
• Knowledge of AML, KYC, PMLA (Prevention of Money Laundering Act), FATCA, and CRS regulations.
• Experience in regulatory reporting, audit handling, and governance frameworks.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, evolving regulatory environment.
• Work closely with the IT and Operations teams for data extraction, process checks, and system enhancements to ensure compliance automation.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience working with **foreign banks, IFSC units
• 58 years of experience in SEBI/PFRDA regulated entities such as AIFs, PMS, POPs, CRAs, etc.
• Must have cleared relevant NISM certifications for securities markets, AIFs, mutual funds, and depositories.

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