Company Secretary

Company Secretary

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage a team of Company Secretaries, ensuring effective delegation and supervision of day-to-day operations.
• Oversee and maintain compliance with all relevant corporate laws, including the Companies Act, corporate governance standards, and other regulatory requirements.
• Serve as the key advisor to senior leadership on corporate governance issues, risk management, and regulatory compliance.
• Provide expert advice and guidance on corporate structuring, board meetings, shareholder meetings, and annual general meetings (AGMs).
• Manage and coordinate statutory filings and ensure timely submission of all relevant documents with regulatory authorities.
• Ensure timely and accurate maintenance of statutory records, including registers, minutes, resolutions, and compliance certificates.
• Liaise with external regulators, auditors, and legal advisors on compliance matters, audits, and inspections.
• Lead client-facing initiatives, providing expert advice and representation to clients in a variety of corporate governance and compliance matters.
• Monitor regulatory developments, ensuring the company stays ahead of changes in the legal and regulatory landscape.
• Oversee the preparation of corporate governance reports, compliance assessments, and ensure adherence to internal policies and procedures.
• Handle complex and sensitive legal, governance, and compliance issues while maintaining high standards of confidentiality and professionalism.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Minimum of 10 years

  experience in a

  professional services firm

  (preferably with significant experience in client-facing roles).
• Strong and proven experience in

  corporate governance

  ,

  compliance

  , and

  corporate law

  .
• Excellent understanding of relevant legislation, regulations, and governance best practices.
• Demonstrated leadership experience, with the ability to manage and mentor a team of professionals.
• Strong project management skills and experience handling high volumes of work.
• Ability to work under pressure, manage competing priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to advise and interact effectively with senior stakeholders, clients, and regulatory bodies.
• A proactive, strategic thinker who can lead a team through complex challenges and drive continuous improvement.
• Degree in Law, Corporate Governance, or a related field (ICSI qualification preferred).