Compliance Officer

Role Overview

The Compliance Officer will ensure Rational Asset Management (RAM) IFSC LLP, the Fund Management Entity (FME) and its associated Category III AIFs funds in GIFT City operate in strict adherence to IFSCA regulations, Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Counter-Financing of Terrorism (CFT) requirements and other applicable laws. The Compliance Officer will also oversee fund documentation, investor compliance, and operational risk frameworks.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure day-to-day compliance with

  IFSCA Regulations

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of regulatory changes and ensure timely implementation
• Act as the key contact with

  IFSCA

  on all compliance matters
• Oversee compliance related to fund raising, investor onboarding (including KYC/AML), and ongoing reporting
• Establish and update the compliance manual, policies, and internal controls
• Perform regular compliance checks across departments
• Prepare and submit regulatory, GST, tax filings, reports, and returns on behalf of the AIF
• Coordinate with different teams to ensure compliance reporting
• Ensure timely disclosures to investors as per fund regulations
• Support audit (internal and regulatory) processes and documentation
• Ensure the fund and the manager follow the fit and proper requirements
• Oversee AML & CFT framework

Preferred candidate profile

Qualifications:

• Chartered Accountant / Company Secretary / LLB / MBA (Finance or Compliance)
• Minimum 5 years experience in compliance roles in financial services, preferably with an AIF, PMS, AMC, or international fund house
• In-depth knowledge of IFSCA, SEBI AIF Regulations, and AML/CFT frameworks
• Excellent communication, drafting, and interpretation skills
• Based in or willing to relocate to GIFT City

Preferred:

• Familiarity with GIFT IFSC ecosystem and international financial regulations
• Ability to work independently and handle regulatory inspections