Compliance Business Head - Alternate Investment Fund

Compliance Business Head AIF

Reports to: Head of Risk

About the role :

- The org. is looking for a seasoned compliance professional to lead the Compliance function for the Alternate Investment Fund (AIF) vertical.

- The ideal candidate will bring deep regulatory expertise, hands-on experience in AIF operations, and the ability to drive a strong compliance culture within the organization.

- This role involves strategic oversight, regulatory liaison, risk mitigation, and policy implementation.

Key Responsibilities:

- Lead the compliance framework for the AIF business in alignment with SEBI (AIF) Regulations, 2012 and other applicable laws.

- Manage all regulatory filings, correspondence, inspections, and interactions with SEBI and other regulators.

- Draft, implement, and continuously improve compliance policies, SOPs, and internal controls for the AIF vertical.

- Oversee investor onboarding processes, ensuring adherence to KYC, AML, and FATCA/CRS requirements.

- Provide regulatory inputs during fund structuring, product design, and documentation.

- Conduct regular compliance risk assessments, internal audits, and monitoring programs.

- Handle compliance reporting, breach investigations, and implementation of corrective measures.

- Deliver compliance training and regulatory updates to business teams and senior stakeholders.

- Track and interpret regulatory developments impacting AIFs and ensure timely organizational alignment.

- Collaborate with legal, investment, and operations teams to ensure end-to-end regulatory compliance.

Qualifications & Experience:

- 8-12 years of experience in compliance roles within asset management, financial services, or related sectors.

- Mandatory experience in managing compliance for Category I, II, or III AIFs.

- In-depth understanding of SEBI regulations and the regulatory landscape around alternative investments.

- Strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.

- Ability to manage cross-functional teams and regulatory stakeholders.

- Professional qualifications such as CA, CS, LLB, or certifications in compliance/governance will be advantageous.