Senior Compliance Manager

Key Responsibilities: Oversee end-to-end compliance with IFSCA regulations, including licensing requirements for Payment Services Providers (PSP), Money Services Businesses (MSB), and Digital Lending Platforms under sandbox frameworks. Develop, implement, and continuously improve AML/CFT frameworks aligned with FATF recommendations, including tech-driven KYC verification processes with audit trails mandated by IFSCA. Monitor regulatory updates, circulars, and guidelines from IFSCA and other authorities, lead interpretation and integration into policies and procedures. Manage internal governance and reporting obligations, including quarterly compliance and risk reports, regulatory audits, and submission of MIS filings. Ensure operational compliance with data localization laws, ISO 27001-aligned cybersecurity standards, and real-time fraud monitoring systems. Coordinate with tax and finance teams to ensure compliance with tax incentives and report under Income Tax Act Section 80LA, maintaining separate books for IFSC and domestic operations. Act as the primary compliance contact for regulators (IFSCA), internal audit, and external advisors; prepare for and manage regulatory inspections and audits. Provide compliance advisory to senior management on regulatory risk, new products, and business proposals, lead compliance training and awareness programs across the organization. Drive compliance culture with a strong risk mindset, maintaining ethical standards and ensuring the entity remains a trusted financial participant within GIFT City Requirements Qualifications: Postgraduate degree (MBA, LLM, or equivalent) in finance, law, commerce, economics, or management. 8-10 years of compliance experience in financial services, fin-tech, banking, or IFSC environments, including 3-4 years in a leadership role. Professional certifications such as CAMS or CRCM are advantageous; CA/CS not required. Skills: Deep knowledge of IFSCA, FEMA, RBI regulations, AML/CFT frameworks, and fintech-specific regulatory challenges. Strong communication skills for regulatory liaison, report drafting, and training. Ability to provide strategic regulatory advice and lead risk assessments. Familiarity with data localization, cybersecurity frameworks, and tax incentive compliance. Hands-on approach with the ability to work in a multicultural, fast-paced financial ecosystem.