Company Secretary

Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Company Secretary (CS) with a strong legal background to lead our secretarial and compliance functions. The ideal candidate must be well-versed in corporate laws, securities regulations, and overall compliance frameworks, with prior experience in IPO/FPO handling for listed companies. This role requires a blend of corporate law expertise, capital markets knowledge, and excellent stakeholder management skills.

Key Responsibilities

Secretarial

• Advise the board of directors and senior management on legal, regulatory, and corporate governance matters
• Prepare and file necessary documents and disclosures for the IPO, including the prospectus, listing application, and other relevant forms
• Coordinate with investment banks, auditors, lawyers, and other external parties involved in the IPO
• Manage due diligence, valuation, pricing, and allocation of the IPO shares
• Preparation of Notices, Agenda & Minutes for Board and Shareholders Meetings
• Maintenance of statutory registers/records as required under the Companies Act
• Filings with ROC/RD/Other relevant authorities
• Ensuring RBI compliances and compliances related to FEMA / ODI
• Ensuring compliances under SEBI (LODR) Regulations
• Charge creation and filing of charges
• Other tasks/compliances under Companies Act and other applicable laws

Legal and Compliance

• Compliance with all the applicable laws like FEMA, etc., and keeping track of overall compliance status
• Drafting and Review of Agreements/Other Legal documents and Maintenance of signed agreements & keeping track of their validity
• Liaison with statutory authorities, external consultants, lawyers, etc.
• Handling of Litigations, if required
• Monthly report to management on status of compliances
• Monitoring notices received from statutory authorities and other parties and ensuring appropriate action
• Advising management and internal teams on applicable laws and amendments from time to time

Candidate Profile

• LLB and CS (preferably first attempt at all levels)
• 10–12 years of overall professional experience in company secretarial & legal functions, with 6–8 years in a listed entity.
• Hands-on experience in IPO/FPO, due diligence, and fundraising.
• Strong understanding of corporate law, finance, and capital markets with excellent drafting, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• High level of integrity, ability to manage multiple stakeholders, and proactive compliance leadership.