Company Secretary

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled Company Secretary & Compliance Officer to ensure regulatory compliance and corporate governance within the organization. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and working closely with board members, this role is responsible for overseeing statutory requirements, maintaining corporate records, and ensuring adherence to legal and financial regulations. Qualifications: Membership or qualification from The Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) is required. ACS (Associate Company Secretary) qualification LL.B. Key Responsibilities: Governance & Compliance: Ensure the company complies with all regulatory, statutory, and governance requirements. Board & AGM Management: Prepare agendas, papers, and reports for board meetings, committees, and Annual General Meetings (AGMs). Convene and service AGMs, record minutes, draft resolutions, and file necessary forms and annual returns with relevant authorities. Legal & Strategic Advisory: Provide legal, financial, and strategic advice to the board and senior management. Regulatory Updates & Implementation: Track regulatory changes affecting the organization and ensure timely implementation. Corporate Record Keeping: Maintain statutory books, including registers of members, directors, and secretaries. Stakeholder Communication: Handle correspondence, collate information, write reports, and communicate decisions to key stakeholders. Liaison & Coordination: Work with external regulators, auditors, and legal advisors. Process Improvement: Implement systems and processes to enhance corporate governance and compliance management. Compliance Tracking: Monitor adherence to various laws and manage interactions with consultants and regulatory authorities. Required Competencies: Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to manage multiple stakeholders. Business acumen and understanding of the corporate and regulatory environment Excellent drafting and writing skills for preparing documents and reports. Knowledge of corporate, financial and tax laws and their application. Understanding of the governance framework around capital markets.