Legal & Compliance Officer - Alternative Investment Fund - LLM/LLB

Description:

Legal & Compliance Officer - AIF (GIFT City IFSC)

Location: GIFT City, Gandhinagar

Fund Type: Category I / Category II AIF

Experience: 3+ years

Role Overview:

We are seeking a Legal & Compliance Officer to manage regulatory compliance, legal documentation, and governance requirements for a Category I/II AIF operating from GIFT City (IFSC). The role will ensure adherence to IFSCA regulations, SEBI guidelines (as applicable), and other statutory requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

Compliance & Regulatory:

- Ensure end-to-end compliance with IFSCA (Fund Management) Regulations, SEBI AIF Regulations, FEMA, and allied laws

- Act as the point of contact with IFSCA, exchanges, depositories, custodians, and other regulatory bodies

- Monitor and implement regulatory updates, circulars, and amendments applicable to IFSC funds

- Maintain compliance calendars, regulatory filings, and periodic reporting

- Support internal and external audits, inspections, and regulatory reviews

Legal & Documentation:

- Draft, review, and negotiate fund-related documents including:

- PPMs, IMs, term sheets

- Investment agreements, SHA, SSA, side letters

- Vendor contracts, NDAs, service agreements

- Support fund structuring, investor onboarding documentation, and closing processes

- Ensure proper documentation and record-keeping as per regulatory requirements

Governance & Risk:

- Assist in maintaining strong governance frameworks and internal control processes

- Support compliance training and awareness for internal teams

- Identify and flag compliance risks and recommend corrective actions

Eligibility & Qualifications:

- LLB / LLM from a recognized university

- 3+ years of experience in legal & compliance roles within:

- AIFs / PE / VC funds

- Fund management companies

- Law firms handling fund advisory

- Prior exposure to GIFT City / IFSC regulations is highly preferred

- Strong understanding of AIF, securities laws, FEMA, and fund documentation

Key Skills & Competencies:

- Strong regulatory interpretation and documentation skills

- Ability to work independently and manage multiple stakeholders

- High attention to detail and strong compliance orientation

- Excellent communication and drafting skills

Why Join:

- Opportunity to work with a growing IFSC-based fund platform

- Exposure to international fund structures and global investors

- High-impact role with strong visibility and ownership