Legal and Company Secretary (CS)

Key Responsibilities

Company Secretarial Duties

• Corporate Governance:

  Ensure compliance with corporate governance standards, prepare agendas, and manage minutes for board and committee meetings.

• Regulatory Filings:

  Handle all company filings, including annual returns, financial statements, and other statutory submissions with the Registrar of Companies (RoC).

• Board Support:

  Facilitate board meetings and general meetings, including drafting resolutions, managing proxy voting, and preparing board packs.

• Stakeholder Communication:

  Act as the primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders regarding compliance and governance-related queries.

Legal Duties

• Contract Management:

  Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, MOUs, and other legal documents with vendors, clients, and third parties.

• Regulatory Compliance:

  Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, including those related to corporate, labor, and tax laws.

• Risk Mitigation:

  Provide legal guidance on various business matters to mitigate risks and ensure compliance with applicable laws.

• Litigation Management:

  Handle and manage any legal disputes or litigation, coordinate with external counsels, and represent the company in court if required.

• Legal Advisory:

  Advise management on legal implications of company activities, ensure policies align with legal standards, and support with mergers and acquisitions as needed.

Skills and Competencies

• In-depth knowledge of corporate laws, SEBI regulations, company law, labor laws, and contract law.
• Proven experience in corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and handling statutory filings.
• Strong drafting, negotiation, and legal research skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for managing cross-functional teams and external stakeholders.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple assignments, and work under tight deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in the manufacturing or related industry.
• Knowledge of corporate restructuring, M&A, and related corporate actions.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and company secretarial software.