Hedge Fund Manager

Job Description

Job Title: AIF Category III Fund Manager Location: Ahmedabad Employment Type: Full-time About the Role: Safal Digifin is seeking a highly skilled and entrepreneurial Category III AIF Fund Manager to join our growing investment team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead and shape the investment strategy of a SEBI-registered Category III Alternative Investment Fund, with a core focus on Futures & Options (F&O) , unlisted equities , startup investing , and venture capital opportunities . The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of direct experience managing a Category III AIF , coupled with deep market insight into both public and private markets. We are particularly interested in individuals with exposure to unlisted shares, pre-IPO investments, early-stage startups, and venture capital funds , and those who bring a strong network across family offices, wealth managers, and institutional investors. Key Responsibilities: Manage and optimize the performance of a SEBI-registered Category III AIF across both public and private markets. Implement hedge fund strategies, including long-short , derivatives trading (F&O) , and event-driven opportunities . Identify and evaluate investment opportunities in unlisted companies, pre-IPO shares , and startups with high growth potential. Conduct thorough due diligence and build thesis-driven portfolios aligned with client goals and market trends. Collaborate with leadership on fund strategy, asset allocation, and risk mitigation. Regularly monitor and report on fund performance to internal and external stakeholders. Ensure full compliance with SEBI regulations and internal risk controls. Develop and maintain relationships with family offices, HNIs, VCs, and institutional investors. Key Requirements: Minimum 2 years of experience managing a Category III AIF . Valid NISM certification for Category III Fund Management. Demonstrated experience in: F&O strategies and hedge fund techniques Investing in unlisted shares and private markets Startup or venture capital investments In-depth knowledge of Indian capital markets and SEBI regulations. Strong analytical, decision-making, and risk management skills. Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities. Preferred Qualifications: Postgraduate degree in Finance, Economics, or related fields (MBA, CFA, etc.). Proven track record in alternative and venture investing. Familiarity with portfolio management software, algo trading tools, and analytics platforms. Strong personal network across family offices, PE/VC funds, wealth managers, and institutional allocators will be highly preferred . Show more Show less