Contract Manager/Company secretary

As a Contracts Manager and Company Secretary at our company, you will work closely with the India and APAC legal team to support contract reviews in the region. Your role as a company secretary will involve ensuring corporate governance and secretarial compliance under the Companies Act. **Primary Duties:** - Assist in the review, drafting, and negotiation of various agreements such as sales, service, framework agreements, and construction contracts in alignment with Johnson Controls policies. - Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure contract language compliance with internal policies. - Conduct board/shareholders meetings, prepare minutes, and handle statutory filings with ROC. - Ensure compliance with FEMA regulations related to FDI and issuance of securities. - Support M&A projects by planning board actions, managing statutory filings, and maintaining corporate governance records. - Maintain clear and direct communication with business teams and customers regarding agreement status. - Provide advice to the business for well-informed decisions on agreements. - Conduct research and analysis for decision-making purposes and present synopses. - Assist in the implementation and communication of Johnson Controls policies, processes, and procedures for agreements. **Qualifications Required:** - Excellent command of the English language (written and verbal) with knowledge of legal terminology. - B.A.LL.B and ICSI certification with a minimum of 5 years of contract review experience, including supporting multinational organizations in reviewing and negotiating English language contracts. - Strong communication, presentation, and organizational skills. - Process-driven, detail-oriented, self-motivated, and analytical. - Experience in collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet specific business needs. - Proficiency in MS Office Suite products, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.,