3.0 - 5.0 years

6 - 7 Lacs

Pune

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Job Description We are looking for a dynamic and experienced Head Legal & Company Secretary to lead our Legal and Secretarial functions. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring statutory compliance, corporate governance, legal risk mitigation, and board-level advisory support. Key Responsibilities 1. Corporate Governance & Secretarial Compliance Convene, organize, and provide administration for Board Meetings , Committee Meetings , and Annual General Meetings (AGMs), including: Drafting agendas, notices, resolutions, and meeting minutes Ensuring proper communication of decisions Advise the Board of Directors and Senior Management on matters related to corporate governance and secretarial practices Ensure full compliance with Companies Act, 2013 and relevant corporate laws Prepare and file statutory returns and forms with MCA (Ministry of Corporate Affairs) and Registrar of Companies (ROC) 2. Legal Compliance & Advisory Monitor and interpret changes in laws, regulations, and guidelines affecting the company Provide legal counsel on matters involving contracts, regulatory obligations, dispute resolution , and litigation management Draft, review, vet, and finalize a wide range of legal documents , including: Franchise agreements, Rent/Lease agreements, Operating and Conducting agreements, Power of Attorneys, Letters of Authority, NDAs, MOUs, etc. Handle documentation and legal compliance related to: Private Placements , Rights Issues , and Funding Merger, Amalgamation, and Restructuring activities Insider Trading Regulations , Company Law compliance Coordinate with external legal advisors and law firms as needed 3. Shareholder and Stakeholder Management Maintain effective communication with shareholders and investors Handle share transfers, issuance of share certificates , and shareholder queries Ensure transparency and statutory compliance in all shareholder communications 4. Documentation & Regulatory Filing Maintain and update statutory registers and corporate records as per legal requirements Expert in e-filing of forms on the MCA portal Prepare key reports including: Annual Report , Corporate Governance Report , and Directors Report for unlisted public and private companies Due Diligence Reports during M&A or funding processes Ensure timely compliance and filings related to: ITR , GST , and ICEGATE registrations and documentation FSSAI license renewals and related compliances 5. Team Leadership & Departmental Oversight Lead the Legal & Secretarial team and ensure smooth department functioning Provide guidance, training, and mentoring to junior team members Coordinate cross-functionally with Finance, HR, Operations, and Senior Management on legal and secretarial matters Desired Profile Qualified Company Secretary (CS) ; LLB preferred 3 to 5 Years of experience Strong understanding of ROC/MCA compliance , Company Law, SEBI regulations, FEMA, and other corporate laws Excellent drafting and communication skills (written and verbal) Proficient in Advanced MS Office and legal software tools Proven ability to handle complex documentation , legal advisory , and board-level responsibilities Soft Skills Leadership & Team Management Attention to Detail Problem-Solving Approach Ethical Judgement and Discretion Stakeholder Communication

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