Manager – Merchant Banking & Compliance

About the role

The Manager – Merchant Banking & Compliance will bridge deal execution and regulatory oversight within our Merchant Banking division. You will drive equity capital market transactions while ensuring strict adherence to SEBI and exchange regulations.

Key responsibilities

• Lead execution of IPOs, Rights Issues and Private Placements, including drafting offer documents and coordinating legal counsel.
• Act as primary gatekeeper for SEBI (ICDR, SAST, PIT) compliance across all merchant‑banking activities.
• Serve as liaison for SEBI and stock‑exchange queries; prepare periodic reports, due‑diligence certificates and post‑issue monitoring.
• Conduct KYC and AML checks on issuers and promoters.
• Oversee internal compliance audits and update internal manuals to reflect regulatory changes.
• Record chargeable time, manage pricing, invoicing and monitor productivity against targets.
• Undertake director, trustee, nominee or authorized signatory roles in internal or client entities as required.

Required profile

• CA, MBA (Finance) or CFA qualification; CS qualification is a strong advantage.
• Minimum 5 years of experience with a Category 1 Merchant Banker.
• Proven track record in both transaction execution and regulatory compliance/secretarial functions.
• Deep knowledge of SEBI manuals and the Companies Act 2013.
• Hands‑on experience preparing and reviewing Draft Red Herring Prospectuses (DRHP).

Required skills

• SEBI regulatory compliance
• KYC and AML procedures
• Draft Red Herring Prospectus (DRHP) preparation
• Equity capital market transaction execution

What we offer

• Opportunity to work on high‑profile capital market mandates.
• Exposure to senior regulatory interfaces and internal audit leadership.
• Professional development within a global merchant‑banking group.