Compliance Officer, Gift City

Company Overview Stride Ventures is a leading Global Venture Credit firm that empowers entrepreneurs to scale sustainably by providing tailored alternative funding solutions. Our mission is to support the growth journeys of high-potential companies while preserving their business autonomy. With a footprint across India, the United Kingdom, the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), Southeast Asia, Stride Ventures has established itself as a trusted partner for growth-stage businesses. Backed by institutional capital and managed by experienced ex-bankers, we bring a banking lens to venture debt, combining risk management with deep sector insight. Having committed over $1 billion globally, we are proud signatories of the UN Principles for Responsible Investing (PRI), ensuring our approach is aligned with ethical, sustainable, and impact-driven practices. https://www.strideventures.global/ Key Responsibilities: Regulatory & Statutory Compliance - Ensure day-to-day compliance with SEBI, IFSCA (GIFT City), FEMA, RBI, and other relevant Indian regulatory bodies. - Manage and monitor offshore fund structures and ensure compliance with applicable laws in UK, Singapore, GCC and upcoming jurisdictions. - Keep abreast of changes in regulatory frameworks across jurisdictions and advise internal stakeholders accordingly. - Maintain statutory records, filings, and compliance calendars in coordination with internal teams and external advisors. Fund & Investment Compliance: - Oversee compliance for VC/PE/AIF entities across jurisdictions. - Draft and review fund documentation (PPM, LPAs, side letters) from a compliance lens. - Ensure AML/KYC compliance for investor onboarding (including offshore LPs). Governance & Risk Management: - Advise the leadership on legal risks, regulatory exposure, and required controls. - Maintain internal compliance systems, registers, and dashboards. - Implement policies and procedures to ensure robust governance practices in line with global standards. Offshore Entity Management: - Coordinate with fund administrators, legal counsel, and tax advisors in multiple jurisdictions. - File and track compliance-related documents and timelines for offshore SPVs and fund entities. - Ensure timely regulatory reporting to local and offshore regulators (e.g., MAS, FCA, FSRA, CMA, etc.). Required Qualifications & Experience: - Company Secretary (CS) and LLB (dual qualification is mandatory). - 5 to 10 years of relevant work experience in compliance/legal functions within VC/PE/AIF firms or fund administration setups. - Strong experience in offshore fund compliance across UK, Abu Dhabi (ADGM), Singapore (MAS), and Riyadh (CMA) jurisdictions. - Prior exposure to GIFT City regulations and IFSCA will be a strong advantage. - Sound understanding of fund lifecycle, term sheets, and capital structuring. Show more Show less