Compliance Officer - IFSC (Qualified Company Secretary)Company: Vested Finance

Location: GIFT City, Gandhinagar, Gujarat

Function: Compliance & Corporate Secretarial

Employment Type: Full-time | Work from Office

Experience: 2–5 years preferred (eligible freshers may also apply)

Company DescriptionVested’s mission is to enable sustainable wealth creation by providing cross-border investment opportunities for Indians across the world. We serve resident Indian and NRI investors, helping them access investment opportunities in global and Indian markets and diversify their portfolios.

Our journey began with US stocks and ETFs and has expanded to include Global Funds, Private Markets, and GIFT City investment opportunities. With $1.5 billion in assets under administration (AUA), Vested is preparing for its next phase of growth: becoming a truly global investing platform, with plans to extend access to more than 20 markets beyond the US.

As our products and business evolve, we are strengthening our compliance and corporate governance functions to support responsible growth and meet evolving regulatory requirements.

Role OverviewWe are looking for a qualified Company Secretary (CS) to join our GIFT City operations as a Compliance Officer - IFSC.

The selected candidate will be responsible for managing corporate secretarial, statutory, and regulatory compliance requirements for Vested Global IFSC Private Limited, which operates as an IFSCA-regulated Broker-Dealer / Global Access Provider (GAP).

This role offers an opportunity to work across corporate governance, capital markets, regulatory reporting, and compliance operations within India's growing international financial services ecosystem.

Key Responsibilities1.

Company

Secretarial &

• Corporate Governance

- Manage Board Meetings and General Meetings, including preparation of notices, agendas, resolutions, and minutes.
- Maintain statutory registers, records, and documentation under the Companies Act, 2013.
- Ensure timely completion of periodic and event-based ROC/MCA filings.
- Manage corporate governance requirements and coordinate with directors, auditors, and other stakeholders.
- Ensure compliance with applicable provisions of the Companies Act and related rules.

2. IFSCA & • Exchange Compliance




- Ensure compliance with applicable IFSCA regulations, circulars, guidelines, and directions.
- Manage regulatory requirements applicable to Broker-Dealer and Global Access Provider (GAP) operations.
- Prepare and submit periodic regulatory returns, reports, disclosures, and certifications.
- Coordinate with IFSCA, NSE IX, and other relevant regulatory authorities.
- Monitor regulatory amendments and assess their impact on existing and proposed business processes.
- Maintain compliance calendars and ensure timely completion of regulatory obligations.

3. SEZ & • Statutory Compliance
- Manage applicable SEZ-related compliance requirements and regulatory filings.
- Prepare and submit MPR, SERF, DSPF, APR, and other applicable reports, as required.
- Coordinate with SEZ authorities and relevant stakeholders for approvals, renewals, and compliance matters.
- Maintain statutory records and documentation for regulatory inspections and audits.

4. AML/CFT, KYC & • Internal Compliance
- Support implementation and ongoing monitoring of applicable AML/CFT, KYC, and customer due diligence requirements.
- Review internal compliance processes, identify gaps, and recommend corrective actions.
- Support transaction-monitoring reviews, compliance risk assessments, and regulatory reporting requirements.
- Develop and update compliance policies, SOPs, and internal controls.
- Coordinate with internal teams to ensure regulatory requirements are incorporated into business operations.

5. Audits & • Regulatory Coordination
- Coordinate internal, statutory, and regulatory audits.
- Manage regulatory queries, inspections, and information requests.
- Track audit observations and ensure timely resolution.
- Liaise with auditors, consultants, legal advisers, and internal stakeholders.
- Prepare periodic compliance updates for management and the Board, as applicable.

Qualifications & • ExperienceMandatory Requirements




- Qualified Company Secretary (CS) with valid membership of the Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI).
- Must meet the applicable qualification and experience requirements prescribed by IFSCA for appointment as a Compliance Officer.
- Minimum two years of relevant financial-services experience, or an alternative experience pathway permitted under applicable IFSCA regulations, for formal appointment as Compliance Officer.
- Good understanding of the Companies Act, 2013, corporate governance, and statutory compliance requirements.
- Ability to interpret regulatory requirements and maintain accurate compliance records.
- Willingness to work full-time from GIFT City, Gandhinagar.

Preferred Qualifications & • Experience
- 2–5 years of experience in company secretarial, regulatory compliance, or financial-services roles.
- Eligible CS freshers or candidates with limited experience may also be considered, subject to applicable regulatory appointment requirements.
- Experience with IFSCA-regulated entities, capital markets, brokerage operations, or financial services.
- Familiarity with IFSCA, NSE IX, SEZ, ROC/MCA, and AML/CFT compliance requirements.
- Experience in regulatory filings, Board documentation, audits, and stakeholder coordination.
- Additional qualifications in Law, Finance, or related fields will be an advantage.

Key Skills
- Solid knowledge of corporate secretarial and regulatory compliance requirements.
- Excellent attention to detail and documentation skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to independently manage compliance calendars and regulatory deadlines.
- Effective communication and stakeholder coordination.
- High standards of integrity, confidentiality, and professional conduct.
- Willingness to learn and adapt to evolving regulatory frameworks.

Why Join Vested?
- Be part of Vested's journey toward becoming a truly global investing platform.
- Gain exposure to international capital markets, cross-border investments, and GIFT City regulations.
- Work closely with leadership, regulators, and cross-functional teams.
- Play a meaningful role in strengthening the compliance and corporate governance framework of a growing financial-services business.

📌 Compliance Officer - IFSC (Qualified Company Secretary) (Gandhinagar)
🏢 Vested Finance
📍 Gandhinagar