hBits - Compliance & Legal Officer - LLB/CS (10-13 yrs)

Compliance & Legal Officer

Key Responsibilities:

Regulatory Compliance & Corporate Governance:

- Ensure end-to-end compliance with SEBI regulations, Companies Act, and listing obligations.

- Drive the IPO lifecycle including structuring, due diligence, regulatory filings, roadshows, listing, and post-listing compliance.

- Lead the registration and regulatory compliance of SM REITs in line with SEBI (REIT) regulations.

- Monitor changes in the legal/regulatory environment and adapt internal controls and policies accordingly.

Legal & Compliance Leadership:

- Serve as the designated Compliance Officer, ensuring the organization's activities are aligned with legal standards and internal policies.

- Develop and oversee compliance policies, procedures, and internal controls.

- Conduct compliance audits, gap assessments, and ensure timely reporting to regulatory authorities.

Team & Stakeholder Management:

- Manage and mentor a team of compliance and legal professionals.

- Collaborate cross-functionally with Legal, Finance, Operations, Product, Human Resources and Tech teams to ensure proactive compliance.

- Act as liaison with SEBI, stock exchanges, legal advisors, auditors, and investors for all regulatory matters.

Strategic Advisory & Risk Management:

- Advise leadership on corporate governance, investment structures, investor disclosures, and related matters.

- Evaluate and mitigate compliance risks across business verticals and product offerings.

- Drive a compliance-first culture and lead process improvement initiatives.

Qualifications & Skills:

- Qualified Company Secretary (CS) and LLB.

- Minimum 15 years of experience in compliance, legal, and company secretarial roles, preferably within financial services or fintech.

- Hands-on experience with IPO processes, SEBI filings, and regulatory interaction.

- Proven track record as a Compliance Officer or similar leadership role.

- Strong understanding of SM REIT regulations, fund structures, and listing obligations.

- Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

- High integrity, attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, regulated environment.

- Experience Required: Minimum 15 years in SEBI compliance, IPO processes, strong command on legal matters, agreements, due diligence, corporate secretarial functions, and team leadership

Location: Mumbai

Reports To: CEO & Founder