Regulatory Compliance Lead

Job Title : Principal Officer Location : GIFT City, Gandhinagar, Gujarat

About Vivriti Asset Management

Vivriti Asset Management, part of Vivriti Group, is a leading alternative asset manager focused on private credit. We bring together deep research, strong origination and structuring capabilities, and disciplined portfolio construction to create compelling investment opportunities in India’s credit markets.

Founded in 2017, Vivriti Group has deployed over USD 5.3 billion in credit to Indian enterprises and manages assets of over USD 1.5 billion.

Since inception, VAM has invested USD 1 billion across 100+ investees. Our investor base spans global institutions, domestic institutions and domestic private investors.

About the Role

We are seeking a seasoned professional to lead and oversee our Asset Management operations at GIFT City. The Principal Officer will be responsible for regulatory engagement, fund governance, and operational oversight, ensuring full compliance with IFSCA and other applicable regulations.

Roles & Responsibilities

Regulatory Interface : Act as the primary liaison with IFSCA and other regulatory bodies, ensuring timely compliance and reporting.

Fund Oversight : Lead fund management activities, ensuring alignment with investment objectives and regulatory frameworks.

Performance Monitoring : Oversee fund performance, disclosures, and investor reporting.

Operational Management : Supervise day-to-day operations of the GIFT City unit, including fund flows, client onboarding, and transaction processing.

Investment Evaluation : Screen and summarize investment proposals focused on structured financial solutions for mid-market corporates.

Deal Execution Support : Collaborate with the India Investment Manager on deal evaluation, due diligence, investment recommendations, documentation, and execution.

Market Intelligence : Support research into financial products, market trends, and business developments to inform strategy.

Qualifications

Candidates must meet one of the following criteria :

Chartered Accountant (CA), MBA (Finance), or CFA certification OR

Postgraduate degree / diploma in Finance, Law, Accountancy, Business Management, Commerce, Economics, Capital Markets, Banking, Insurance, or Actuarial Science from a recognized Indian or foreign institution.

Experience

Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in financial services, including roles such as :

Portfolio Manager / Fund Manager

Investment Advisor / Broker Dealer

Investment Banker / Wealth Manager

Research Analyst / Credit Rating Analyst

Market Infrastructure Institution / Financial Sector Regulator

Consultancy in fund-related activities (deal due diligence, transaction advisory, etc.)

Note : Consultancy experience will be considered for a maximum of 2 years.

Key Skills & Attributes

Strong leadership and stakeholder management capabilities

Excellent communication and organizational skills

High integrity and attention to detail

Ability to work independently and manage cross-functional teams

Willingness to be based full-time at GIFT City