Compliance Officer - GIFT City Investment Fund

Company Overview

We are pleased to present an exciting opportunity for the role of Compliance Officer with a new global healthcare fund being launched out of GIFT City, India. This fund is strategically focused on investing in the Indian healthcare market, with a significant emphasis on collaboration between the US and India.

Fund Details

Fund Size: The fund is valued between $150 million and $200 million.

Investment Focus:

• 25% of the fund will be allocated to investments in the global MedTech market.
• 75% will focus on the Indian healthcare sector, including hospitals, pharmaceuticals, medtech, and other related areas.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and monitor the fund’s compliance policies, procedures, and controls.
• Ensure the fund’s strict adherence to IFSCA, SEBI, RBI, and SEZ guidelines and all applicable regulatory frameworks.
• Manage AML/KYC requirements, periodic regulatory filings, reports, and investor complaint resolutions.
• Liaise with regulators and external auditors, handling audits, inspections, and correspondence.
• Regularly update the board and senior management on regulatory changes and compliance matters.
• Maintain thorough documentation and up-to-date compliance records.
• Conduct staff training and promote a culture of compliance within the organization.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate potential regulatory risks to the business.

Candidate Profile & Eligibility

• Professional degree or postgraduate in finance, law, accountancy, business management, commerce, economics, capital market, banking, insurance, actuarial science, or equivalent recognized qualification.
• At least 5 years' relevant experience in compliance, legal, risk management, or related roles in financial services or asset management.
• Sound knowledge of regulatory frameworks concerning funds and asset managers.
• Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, and process orientation.
• Prior experience with SEBI/IFSCA/RBI submissions, audits, and regulatory inspections preferred.
• Meets “fit and proper” person criteria.
• Willingness to be physically based in GIFT City.

Benefits

This role presents a unique opportunity to be part of a pioneering venture in the healthcare investment space, bridging opportunities between the US and India. If you are passionate about healthcare innovation and eager to make a significant impact, we encourage you to consider this opportunity.