Company Secretary

Key Responsibilities:1. Statutory Compliance

• Ensure compliance with the Companies Act, SEBI (if listed), and other applicable laws.
• Maintain statutory registers such as Register of Members, Directors, and Shareholders.
• File annual returns, forms, and other statutory documents with regulatory authorities (e.g., ROC, SEBI, Stock Exchanges).
• Ensure proper conduct of board meetings, general meetings, and committee meetings.
• Draft and issue meeting notices, agendas, and minutes.

2. Corporate Governance

• Advise the Board on best corporate governance practices.
• Ensure transparency, accountability, and ethical practices in company operations.
• Assist in board evaluations and performance reviews.
• Facilitate directors’ training and orientation programs.

3. Board and Shareholder Relations

• Act as the link between the management, the board, and shareholders.
• Handle correspondence with shareholders and resolve investor grievances.
• Manage dividend distribution and share transfers.

4. Legal and Regulatory Advisory

• Provide legal advice to the board and management on corporate matters.
• Draft, vet, and review contracts, MOUs, and legal documents.
• Liaise with external regulators, auditors, lawyers, and government bodies.

5. Secretarial Audit and Reporting

• Conduct internal secretarial audits to ensure compliance.
• Prepare reports and certifications as required by law.
• Support the statutory and internal auditors during audits.

6. Other Responsibilities

• Handle mergers, acquisitions, and restructuring activities.
• Manage ESOPs, CSR compliance, and sustainability reporting.
• Support IPOs, listing, and delisting processes (for listed companies).

Required Qualifications and Skills:

• Member of the Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI)
• Strong knowledge of corporate laws, securities laws, and governance practices.
• Excellent communication, drafting, and interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to handle confidential information.
• Proficiency in documentation and compliance software tools.

Experience: Minimum 2 Years in a CA Firm or CS Firm.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹50,000.00 - ₹55,000.00 per month

Application Question(s):

• Do You live in Kolkata?
• What Experience do you have?
• Are you a menber of ICSI?

Work Location: In person