Assistant Company Secretary

Job Description

Role & responsibilities Work closely with the Company Secretary for all documentation and compliance tasks under the purview of the Secretarial and Compliance Department. Assist in 2 Private Company compliances, including annual filings, board and shareholder meetings, and regulatory obligations under the Companies Act, 2013. Support in Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) transactions, including conducting legal due diligence, drafting resolutions, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Work along with the finance team for supporting audit and GST-related matters (specific to services sector). Reviewing and drafting NDAs, MSA, Agreements etc Ensure compliance with FEMA (Foreign Exchange Management Act) regulations, including reporting requirements for FDI and cross-border transactions. Assist in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts, including franchise agreements, vendor agreements, and other business contracts. Support legal and financial due diligence for strategic transactions and investor reporting. Preferred candidate profile Qualified Company Secretary (CS) with 1 to 2 years of experience. Strong knowledge of Companies Act, FEMA, GST (services sector), and corporate governance practices. Good understanding of M&A, due diligence(optional), and contract drafting. Strong analytical, communication, and coordination skills. Exposure to Private Equity (PE) funds and experience in handling investor-related compliance would be an added advantage.