Company Secretary

Job Title: Company Secretary

Location: Bengaluru

Reporting to: CEO / Board of Directors

Type: Full-time

About NIRA

Company Secretary

Key Responsibilities

1. Statutory and Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations under the Companies Act, 2013 and the RBI Master Directions for NBFCs.
• Maintain all statutory registers, records, and filings with MCA, RBI, and other authorities (e.g., FC-GPR, FC-TRS, SH-4, etc.).
• Support the preparation and filing of annual returns, board reports, and other periodic disclosures.
• Track and implement regulatory updates relevant to NBFCs and fintechs.

2. Board and Governance

• Organize and manage Board, Committee, and General Meetings, including preparation of agendas, notices, minutes, and resolutions.
• Advise the Board on corporate governance best practices, directors’ duties, and compliance requirements.
• Coordinate appointment, resignation, and remuneration formalities for directors (EDs, NEDs, and Independent Directors).
• Manage documentation for share issuances, transfers, and related corporate actions.

3. NBFC Licence and Ongoing Compliance

• Liaise with the RBI, auditors, consultants, and legal advisors during the NBFC licensing process.
• Maintain continuous compliance post-licensing — including CRAR filings, return submissions, and RBI inspections.
• Support the development and maintenance of compliance policies, internal control frameworks, and documentation systems.

4. Corporate Structuring and Transactions

• Oversee shareholding changes, capital infusions, and investor-related documentation.
• Support drafting and execution of board resolutions, shareholder agreements, and other legal instruments.
• Coordinate with external counsel on due diligence, funding rounds, and intercompany arrangements.

5. Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with finance, legal, and compliance teams to align company practices with regulatory standards.
• Support internal and statutory audits with necessary filings and records.

Qualifications & Experience

• Qualified Company Secretary (Member of ICSI).
• 5–10 years of post-qualification experience; experience in an

  NBFC

  or

  regulated financial institution

  is

  highly preferred

  .
• Prior experience in a

  startup or fast-paced fintech

  environment will be viewed positively.
• Strong understanding of company law, FEMA, and RBI NBFC regulations.
• Excellent communication, drafting, and organizational skills
• Proven ability to work independently and manage multiple stakeholders.