Company Secretary - Corporate Governance & Enterprise Risk Management

Key Responsibilities

• Lead corporate governance initiatives to ensure compliance with Indian and international statutory, regulatory, and disclosure requirements relevant to all jurisdictions in which the group operates.
• Advise the Board of Directors and senior leadership on governance frameworks, fiduciary duties, and emerging governance trends.
• Organize and facilitate board and committee meetings, prepare agendas, minutes, and resolutions with strict adherence to timelines and legal standards.
• Manage corporate records, statutory filings, and maintain registers in compliance with corporate laws and corporate policies.
• Act as principal liaison with regulatory bodies, auditors, and key external stakeholders regarding governance and compliance matters.
• Develop and implement policies supporting ethical governance, transparency, and accountability across all business units.
  

Enterprise Risk Management

• Oversee the establishment and ongoing development of a robust enterprise risk management framework aligned with global standards and tailored to multi-LOB operations.
• Collaborate with business heads, risk officers, and compliance teams across geographies to identify, assess, and mitigate operational, financial, regulatory, and strategic risks.
• Support the Board and risk committees with risk reporting, analysis, and recommendations for risk appetite and control measures.
• Drive risk awareness and compliance culture across the group, ensuring timely escalation and management of risk exposures.
  

Cross-functional Coordination

• Partner with legal, finance, internal audit, and business units to integrate governance and risk management practices seamlessly.
• Provide expert guidance on statutory and regulatory changes affecting governance and risk.
• Lead training and awareness programs on governance, ethics, and risk management for various stakeholders.
  

Qualifications And Experience

• Qualified Company Secretary (ICSI) with membership in the Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI).
• Minimum 8-12 years of relevant experience in corporate governance and enterprise risk management, preferably in a multi-country, multi-LOB corporate group.
• Proven track record of managing compliance and governance functions at senior levels within large organizations.
• Strong knowledge of Indian Company Law, SEBI regulations, international corporate governance codes, and risk management frameworks.
• Experience in managing regulatory filings, board processes, and coordinating with external authorities.
• Demonstrated ability to lead ERM initiatives in complex organizations and report effectively to executive leadership and boards.
  

Skills And Competencies

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with proficiency in English.
• Strong analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to influence at senior management and board level.
• Multitasking and organizational skills with high attention to detail and deadlines.
• Ability to work effectively across diverse cultures and global teams.
• Proficiency in e-communication tools, board portal software, and MS Office Suite.