Compliance Officer

CoinDCX; Gandhinagar; On-site; INR 2,500,000 - 5,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Unlimited Wellness Leaves

Mental Wellness Support

Bi‑Weekly Learning Sessions

Job summary

CoinDCX is hiring a Compliance Officer to establish and oversee regulatory compliance for Broker-Dealer and Introducing Broker activities in GIFT IFSC. You will monitor IFSCA rules, provide independent advice, and coordinate with regulators and exchanges.

The role requires strong experience in financial services compliance, regulatory reporting and risk management, with a focus on integrity, independence and governance within a rapidly evolving Web3 landscape.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of experience in the financial services market.
• Experience in a compliance-related role or function.
• Graduate degree with at least five years of experience in financial services per IFSCA requirements.
• LL.B. is eligible.
• Regulatory compliance, AML/CFT or financial-services compliance experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of IFSCA regulations, Broker-Dealer requirements and regulatory reporting.
• Strong regulatory interpretation, analytical, monitoring and documentation skills.
• Ability to exercise independent judgement, challenge and escalation on regulatory matters.
• Strong stakeholder-management with regulators, exchanges, auditors and senior management.
• Based out of the IFSC as required under IFSCA regulations.
• Must complete ICIS course 'Regulatory Framework for Capital Market Intermediaries in IFSC'.

Responsibilities

• Establish, implement and maintain a regulatory compliance framework for Broker‑Dealer and Introducing Broker activities under IFSCA regulations.
• Act as a point of contact for IFSCA, stock exchanges and authorities on compliance matters.
• Maintain compliance calendar and oversee regulatory filings, disclosures and certifications.
• Monitor regulatory developments and update policies and SOPs accordingly.
• Oversee KYC/CDD, AML/CFT, sanctions screening, transaction monitoring and record keeping.
• Coordinate regulatory inspections and compliance audits.
• Provide periodic compliance reporting to the Board.
• Provide independent compliance advice and challenge to business, operations, product and technology teams.

Skills

Finance

Law

Accounting

Capital Markets

Banking

Insurance

CFA/FRM

FinTech

Regulatory Knowledge

Regulatory Interpretation

Analytical Skills

Documentation

Stakeholder Management

Independent Judgement

Education

Postgraduate degree in Finance/Law/Accountancy/Business Management/Commerce/Economics/Capital Markets/Banking/Insurance/Actuarial Science/FinTech/Science/Technology/Engineering/Mathematics

CFA / FRM

LL.B.

Graduate degree with 5+ years in financial services

Job description

The CoinDCX Journey: Building Tomorrow, today

At CoinDCX, we believe ‘CHANGE STARTS TOGETHER’. You are the driving force that will help us make Web3 accessible to all.

In the last six years, we have skyrocketed from being India’s first crypto unicorn to carrying a community of over 125 million with us. To continue maximising the adoption and acceleration of Web3, we are now focused on developing cutting‑edge products, addressing accessibility and security challenges, and bridging the gap between people and Web3 technologies.

While we go ahead and keep dominating the Web3 world, we would like to HODL you on our team! Join our team of passionate innovators who are breaking barriers and building the future of Web3. Together, we will make the complex simple, the inaccessible accessible, and the impossible possible. Boost your innovation to an ALL TIME HIGHwith us!

Our Compliance team ensures CoinDCX operates with integrity and within regulatory frameworks, navigating the complex world of blockchain with precision. We’re dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of compliance to protect our business and users. If you’re detail‑oriented and have a strong understanding of regulatory landscapes, join us in safeguarding the future of digital finance.

About the Role

The Compliance Officer (“CO”) will be responsible for establishing, implementing and independently overseeing the regulatory compliance framework for the Company’s Broker‑Dealer and Introducing Broker operations in GIFT IFSC. The CO will monitor adherence to applicable IFSCA regulations, circulars, directions and other regulatory requirements and provide independent compliance advice, monitoring and challenge to the business.

You need to be a HODLer of these

• A professional qualification or postgraduate degree/postgraduate diploma of at least one year in Finance, Law, Accountancy, Business Management, Commerce, Economics, Capital Markets, Banking, Insurance, Actuarial Science, FinTech, Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics; or CFA / FRM; or such other relevant qualification as may be specified by IFSCA. Provided that minimum two years of experience in the financial services market. Experience in another field may be considered with at least two years of work experience in a compliance‑related role or function.
• Alternatively, a graduate degree in any discipline with at least five years of work experience in the financial services market, in accordance with applicable IFSCA requirements.
• A recognised Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) are also specifically eligible
• Relevant experience in capital markets compliance, securities/brokerage regulation, regulatory compliance, AML/CFT or financial‑services compliance is preferred.
• Strong understanding of IFSCA regulations, Broker‑Dealer requirements, regulatory reporting, client protection and compliance‑monitoring frameworks.
• Strong regulatory interpretation, analytical, monitoring and documentation skills.
• Ability to exercise independent judgement, challenge and escalation on regulatory and compliance matters.
• Strong stakeholder‑management skills, including interaction with regulators, exchanges, auditors and senior management.
• High standards of integrity, independence and regulatory judgement.
• Must be based out of the IFSC, as required under applicable IFSCA regulations.
• Must complete certification course "Regulatory Framework for Capital Market Intermediaries in IFSC (ICSI)" as prescribed by IFSCA.

You will be mining through these tasks

• Establish, implement and maintain an effective regulatory compliance framework for the Broker‑Dealer and Introducing Broker activities and monitor ongoing compliance with the IFSCA (Capital Market Intermediaries) Regulations, applicable Broker‑Dealer requirements, exchange requirements and circulars and directions.
• Act as a key point of contact for IFSCA, recognised stock exchanges (India INX/ NSE IX) and other relevant authorities on compliance‑related matters, as applicable.
• Maintain a regulatory obligations and compliance calendar and oversee timely completion of regulatory filings, returns, disclosures, certifications and other periodic obligations.
• Monitor regulatory developments and assess their impact on the business products, processes, policies and control framework and ensure relevant policies, procedures and SOPs are updated accordingly.
• Oversee compliance with applicable requirements relating to client onboarding, KYC/CDD, AML/CFT, sanctions screening, transaction monitoring and record keeping, in coordination with designated AML personnel and relevant operational teams.
• Oversee compliance with applicable net worth, capital adequacy and other prudential requirements, in coordination with Finance and Compliance.
• Conduct periodic compliance monitoring, testing and reviews to assess adherence to regulatory requirements and internal policies and elevate regulatory breaches or material compliance risks, and track corrective actions to closure.
• Review and provide compliance advice/sign‑off, as appropriate, for new products, material process changes, client journeys and third‑party arrangements prior to implementation.
• Monitor compliance with requirements relating to client funds and securities/assets, segregation, conflicts of interest, investor protection and conduct of business, wherever applicable.
• Review applicable client agreements, disclosures, risk disclosures and regulatory communications from a compliance perspective.
• Coordinate regulatory inspections and compliance audits, including tracking observations, remediation and maintaining appropriate records to support regulatory and audit readiness.
• Provide periodic compliance reporting to the Board and/or relevant committees, as applicable and provide periodic regulatory and compliance training and promote awareness of applicable regulatory obligations.
• Maintain appropriate compliance records and documentary evidence to support regulatory and audit readiness.
• Provide independent compliance advice and challenge business, operations, product and technology teams.

Are you the one? Our missing block

• You are knowledge‑hungry when it comes to VDA and Web3, always eager to dive deeper and stay ahead in this evolving space.
• The world of Web3 and VDA excites you, fueling your curiosity and driving you to explore new opportunities within this dynamic landscape.
• You act like an owner, constantly striving for excellence, impact and tangible results in everything you do.
• You embrace a ‘We over Me’ mindset, growing individually while fostering the growth of those around you.
• Change is your catalyst, igniting your passion to build and innovate.
• You think outside the box, unbound by limitations or doubt, always pushing the boundaries of what’s possible.

Perks That Empower You

Our benefits are designed to make a lasting impact on your life, giving you the freedom to create a work‑life balance that truly suits you.

• Design Your Own Benefit: Tailor your perk package to fit your unique needs. Whether you’re eyeing a new gadget or welcoming a furry friend into your life, our flexible benefits ensure that you can prioritise what matters most to you.
• Unlimited Wellness Leaves: We believe in the power of well‑being. Take the time you need to recharge, knowing that your health is our priority. With unlimited wellness leaves, you can return refreshed, ready to build and grow.
• Mental Wellness Support: Your mental health is as important as your professional growth. Benefit from access to health experts, free counselling sessions, monthly wellness workshops, and regular team outings, all designed to help you stay balanced and connected.
• Bi‑Weekly Learning Sessions: These sessions are more than just updates—they’re opportunities to fuel your growth. Stay ahead with the latest industry knowledge, sharpen your skills, and accelerate your career in an ever‑evolving landscape.