Company Secretary

Job Title: Company Secretary

Location: Hyderabad

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Practicing Company Secretary (PCS) to join our fast-growing startup on a freelance/retainer basis. The ideal candidate will be based in Hyderabad and possess a strong background in corporate law, investment compliance, and regulatory filings for small companies.

Key Responsibilities

• Investment Compliance:Manage end-to-end secretarial and compliance aspects for equity/debt fundraising, including due diligence support, preparation of statutory documentation (Board Resolutions, EGM Notices, MGT-14 filings, etc.), and issuance/allotment of shares.
• ROC Filings & Maintenance: Ensure timely and accurate filing of all statutory forms and annual returns with the Registrar of Companies (ROC) under the Companies Act, 2013, specifically tailored for a small-company setup.
• Legal Liaison: Work closely with legal counsel and stakeholders to review and ensure compliance of investment documents, Shareholders' Agreements (SHA), and Term Sheets.
• Corporate Governance: Advise the Board and management on corporate governance best practices, compliance with FEMA, and other relevant regulatory frameworks.
• Records: Maintain and update all statutory registers, minute books, and corporate records meticulously.

Essential Qualifications & Experience

• Qualified and Practicing Company Secretary (PCS) - Membership of ICSI is mandatory.
• ExperienceMinimum 4+ years of post-qualification experience, preferably with startups, venture-backed companies, or a reputed CS/Law firm focused on corporate compliance and advisory.Core ExpertiseDemonstrated experience with investment-related secretarial matters (Allotment, Board/Shareholder approvals, Form Filings, Due Diligence support).
• Location: Must be based out of Hyderabad to ensure prompt availability for in-person meetings/signings only as and when required.
• Skills: Excellent knowledge of the Companies Act, 2013, Data Privacy Laws (as applicable), and strong communication and drafting abilities.