Corporate Lawyer | LLB

We are hiring a seasoned corporate lawyer to operate as the **sole Legal \& Compliance authority** within the organization. You will be the **Compliance Officer of the company** , responsible for end\-to\-end adherence to Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) RIA regulations and Association of Mutual Funds in India (AMFI) / ARN guidelines. This is a **hands\-on, individual contributor role** requiring complete ownership of compliance, legal documentation, and regulatory readiness—without reliance on a team. **Key Responsibilities** **Single\-Point Compliance Ownership** * Act as the designated Compliance Officer with full accountability for regulatory adherence. * Independently manage all SEBI RIA and AMFI/ARN compliance requirements, filings, and reporting. * Handle regulatory inspections, audits, and notices end\-to\-end. **Agreement Drafting \& Legal Control** * **Personally draft, review, and finalize all agreements** , including: * Client agreements (RIA \& distribution) * Disclosures \& consent documents * Vendor and partner contracts * Ensure all documentation is compliant, consistent, and audit\-ready. **RIA vs ARN Separation** * Establish and enforce strict arm’s\-length separation between advisory and distribution businesses. * Define and monitor boundaries across data access, communication, fees, and product recommendations. **Risk, Suitability \& Documentation** * Ensure zero gaps in audit trails, documentation, and regulatory evidence. * Implement safeguards against mis\-selling and conflict of interest. **Regulatory Interface** * Be the sole point of contact for SEBI/AMFI interactions, including audits, clarifications, and notices. * Ensure timely and accurate regulatory filings and disclosures. **Required Experience** * Prior experience as a Compliance Officer or in a **standalone compliance role** is strongly preferred. * Strong hands\-on experience in **drafting and vetting legal agreements independently** . * Deep understanding of SEBI RIA regulations, AMFI/ARN guidelines, fee\-only models, and conflict management. * Proven ability to operate **independently with high ownership and accountability** .