Associate Manager - Compliance

Know the Company :

PeepalCo is a canopy for brands serving India with tailored wealth-tech products, Making Money Equal for All. Founded by Ashish Singhal, Govind Soni, and Vimal Sagar Tiwari, PeepalCo's products include CoinSwitch and Lemonn. The Group is backed by blue-chip investors including Andreessen Horowitz (a16z), Tiger Global, Peak XV Partners (formerly Sequoia Capital India), Ribbit Capital, Paradigm, and Coinbase Ventures.

PeepalCo is the brand name for our Group entity and will house all our wealth-tech brands. The largest of our brands, CoinSwitch, Lemonn will be housed under PeepalCo.

For more information, visit: https://peepal.co | For media queries, contact: press@peepal.co

About the Role

We are seeking a diligent and detail-oriented Assistant Manager – Compliance to support and

strengthen our compliance framework in the rapidly evolving digital asset sector. This role involves

assisting in the effective implementation of AML/CFT controls, supporting blockchain-related

investigations, managing regulatory obligations, and guiding junior analysts in the day-to-day

compliance operations.

The ideal candidate will have prior experience in AML compliance, a working understanding of

blockchain technology, and the ability to liaise effectively with internal and external stakeholders.

What You Will Do:

1. AML/CFT Program Execution

Support the implementation and monitoring of the AML/CFT framework, including:

• Customer Identification Program (CIP)
• KYC / CDD / EDD processes
• PEP and Sanctions screening
• Transaction monitoring and alert handling

Conduct enhanced due diligence (EDD) for high-risk users and transactions.

Review escalated alerts from L1 analysts and provide initial recommendations.

Assist in the preparation of Suspicious Transaction Reports (STRs) for submission to FIU-IND.

Maintain up-to-date records, logs, and supporting documentation for compliance audits and

Reviews.

2. Blockchain Monitoring & Investigations

Use tools such as blockchain explorers, TRM Labs, or similar platforms to:

• Monitor and trace crypto transactions across wallets and networks.
• Support the investigation of high-risk or suspicious on-chain activity.

Identify and assess risks associated with emerging crypto products (e.g., DeFi, NFTs, Layer-

2s)

3. Policy Support & Process Adherence

Assist in drafting and maintaining compliance SOPs and operational manuals.

Ensure adherence to internal policies and regulatory frameworks applicable to digital assets.

Support internal reviews and audits by maintaining accurate documentation and evidence.

4. Regulatory Support & Internal Coordination

Coordinate with internal teams (Product, Risk, Tech, Legal) to support compliance

integration in product features and processes.

Support communication with regulators and external auditors during routine and ad hoc

inspections.

5. Team Support & Knowledge Sharing

Mentor junior compliance analysts and support their training on compliance workflows.

Contribute to ongoing knowledge sharing initiatives within the team, including updates on

regulatory changes and new compliance practices.

6. Data & MIS Reporting

Use SQL and Excel to extract and analyze data for investigations and reporting.

Assist in preparing MIS reports and compliance dashboards for internal management and

regulators.

What You Should Have:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Law, Finance, Accounting, or a related field. Compliance
• Certifications such as CAMS or ICA are preferred.
• 4–7 years of experience in compliance roles, preferably in fintech, virtual assets, or financial services.
• Hands-on experience with AML/CFT processes, transaction monitoring,
• KYC/CDD/EDD, and regulatory reporting.
• Exposure to blockchain investigations is an added advantage.

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP), Google Workspace, and basic SQL.
• Familiarity with blockchain analytics tools (Chainalysis, TRM Labs, or similar) is preferred.

Other Attributes:

• Strong analytical, investigative, and documentation skills.
• High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Good communication skills (verbal and written) with a professional, compliance-

oriented approach.

Life at PeepalCo

Here’s how we do things at PeepalCo:

• Customer-first: That’s the North Star. Everything we do is to make our users’ investment experience better and simplified.
• Ownership: We don’t sport lab coats, but we experiment—a lot. And we take ownership. We even have a catchphrase for this: Think big, fail fast, and build better.
• Data-driven: The source of truth. Simple as that.
• Fun: PS5, anyone? Or do you prefer Foosball? Or perhaps Carrom? And yes, our HR team has a whole list of activities: Disco nights, offsites, gift boxes, and more!

Speaking of lists, the perks and benefits are so extensive, this space isn’t enough. Here are a few:

• Parenthood: Up to 8 months of Maternity leave and 1 month of Paternity leave
• Gender Reassignment Surgery: Be the best version of you! We’ll support you and reimburse your medical bill.

Disclaimer: We are an equal opportunity employer committed to building a respectful and empowering work environment for all people to freely express themselves amongst colleagues who embrace diversity in all respects. Including fresh voices and unique points of view in all aspects of our business not only creates an environment where we can all grow and thrive but also increases our potential to produce work that better represents—and resonates with—the world around us.