Senior Company Secretary

Job Description

Qualifications and Skills: Company Secretary (CS) qualifications and Bachelor's degree in Law (LLB - preferable) 10 - 15 years of relevant work experience in a corporate legal or compliance role. In-depth knowledge of Indian corporate and commercial laws, including the Companies Act, SEBI SAST, FEMA, Lodr. Proven experience in handling regulatory compliance, corporate governance, and statutory filings. Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal) and a sharp analytical mindset. Ability to work independently while effectively collaborating with cross-functional teams. Strong proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and legal research databases. Role & responsibilities Legal Advisory and Compliance Provide in-depth legal advice and support to various departments, including corporate finance, mergers and acquisitions, regulatory compliance, and dispute resolution. Ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards, especially relating to RBI, SEBI, and MCA. Draft, review, and negotiate legal documents, such as contracts, agreements, resolutions, and legal opinions. Conduct thorough legal research and analysis of relevant laws, regulations, and case precedents to inform business decisions. Corporate Governance and Regulatory Filings Advise on corporate governance matters, ensuring the company adheres to best practices. Prepare and organize Board and General Meetings, drafting agendas, minutes, and ensuring timely submission of related documents. Manage all regulatory filings with statutory bodies like the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA), Registrar of Companies (ROC), and Reserve Bank of India (RBI). Ensure compliance with corporate governance reports, statutory filings, and secretarial audits. Litigation and External Counsel Management Represent the company in legal proceedings, including arbitration, mediation, and litigation. Manage relationships with external legal counsel, ensuring alignment with company objectives and legal strategies. Stakeholder Collaboration and Process Improvement Work closely with internal and external stakeholders to align on compliance and regulatory goals. Provide guidance on legal matters and governance principles to internal teams and senior management. Identify opportunities for legal and compliance process improvements and implement strategic initiatives for compliance excellence. Statutory and Corporate Law Management Ensure statutory compliance, including conducting audits and adhering to MOA & AOA requirements. Maintain statutory books and prepare key documents, such as the Directors Report and Annual Return, ensuring legal accuracy and compliance. Process Management and Simplification Lead the development and execution of accurate, efficient legal processes aligned with corporate laws. Simplify and enforce legal and compliance policies across the organization, ensuring best practices are consistently followed. Corporate Transactions and Share Management Handle corporate restructuring, incorporation of firms and management of joint ventures. Oversee share issuance, transfers, and allotments, including preferential allotment and dividends. Draft notices, agendas, and resolutions for Board and Committee meetings, ensuring all statutory requirements are met. Reporting and Documentation Prepare search reports, due diligence reports, and statutory reports in a timely manner. Maintain and update statutory books, balance sheets, and profit & loss accounts, ensuring compliance with XBRL reporting requirements. Preferred candidate profile Previous experience handling legal matters for BFSIs or financial institutions is highly desirable. Hands-on experience with regulatory frameworks governing BFSIs, particularly RBI regulations. Familiarity with legal due diligence, mergers and acquisitions, and fundraising transactions is huge plus. Perks and benefits Opportunity to work in a dynamic, high-growth environment. Exposure to a wide range of legal matters, fostering career growth and development opportunities. This job opening is for a listed company with a common promoter.