About the Company

Branch International is a leading AI-based lending fintech company with over 50 million downloads across India and Africa. They leverage alternative data to provide financial services to millions who are typically excluded from the traditional financial sector. Headquartered in Silicon Valley, Branch International operates in India, Nigeria, and Kenya. The company is a for-profit, socially conscious organization focused on scale and impact, led by the former CEO of Kiva.org. With a global team of over 400 employees, Branch is supported by prominent investors including Andreessen Horowitz, Visa, and the IFC.

Job Description

Branch International is seeking a dedicated and skilled Compliance Associate to join our dynamic team. This pivotal role is designed for a professional passionate about ensuring regulatory adherence and fostering a robust compliance culture within our innovative fintech environment.

You will play a crucial part in navigating the complex landscape of financial regulations, particularly those applicable to Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs). This is an exceptional opportunity to apply your expertise in a mission-driven company that is making a significant impact across India and Africa.

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Required Skills

Regulatory ComplianceRBI GuidelinesCompanies ActPMLAAnalytical SkillsProblem-solvingCommunication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsCompliance AuditingRisk Assessment

Key Responsibilities

  • Monitor RBI compliances applicable to a middle layer NBFC.
  • Update other departments on new circulars, regulatory amendments, and action items thereof.
  • Provide advisory support to business and engineering teams in launching new products, entering new markets, or modifying existing processes.
  • Identify compliance/regulatory risks in the NBFC’s products and operations and advise on implementation.
  • Assist in drafting, reviewing, and vetting various legal documents, and company policies & SOPs to ensure compliance with applicable laws and internal guidelines.
  • Conduct periodic compliance audits/testing and risk assessments.
  • Assess regulatory impact of Company’s partnerships and outsourcing activities.
  • Maintain records of compliance-related documentation and manage compliance monitoring tool.

Qualifications

  • Education: Qualified CS (Company Secretary), LLB preferred.
  • Experience: 2+ years of experience working in the compliance domain of an NBFC, Bank or FinTech.
  • Good understanding of regulatory requirements (RBI, Companies Act, PMLA etc.).
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving ability.

Benefits & Perks

  • Mission-driven, fast-paced and entrepreneurial environment.
  • Competitive salary and equity package.
  • A collaborative and flat company culture.
  • Remote first, with the option to work in-person occasionally.
  • Fully-paid Group Medical Insurance and Personal Accidental Insurance.
  • Unlimited paid time off including personal leave, bereavement leave, sick leave.
  • Fully paid parental leave - 6 months maternity leave and 3 months paternity leave.
  • Monthly WFH stipend alongside a one time home office set-up budget.
  • $500 Annual professional development budget.
  • Discretionary trips to our offices across the globe, with global travel medical insurance.
  • Team meals and social events- Virtual and In-Person.

How to Apply

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This role is for a highly motivated Compliance Associate eager to contribute to Branch International's compliance framework. You will be instrumental in monitoring regulatory adherence, advising business and engineering teams on critical regulatory matters, and conducting thorough compliance testing and risk assessments. This position offers a dynamic opportunity to ensure the company's operations align with evolving financial regulations while supporting innovative product development and market expansion.

Posted Date

March 15, 2026

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