Key Responsibilities

Independently handle MCA/ROC and statutory compliances under the Companies Act, 2013.
Manage Board and General Meeting compliances, including notices, agendas, minutes and resolutions.
Prepare and file Annual Returns, Financial Statements and other applicable MCA forms and maintain statutory registers and compliance calendars.
Draft, review and negotiate commercial agreements, including Lease/Leave & License, Franchise, Vendor, Service, NDA, MOU, LOI and Addendum agreements.
Review contractual terms, identify legal and commercial risks and suggest appropriate amendments to safeguard the Company's interests.
Handle and coordinate litigation, arbitration, recovery matters, consumer matters and other legal disputes with external advocates/counsels.
Assist and coordinate in police matters, including complaints, FIR-related matters, responses to notices, investigations and liaison with advocates and concerned authorities.
Handle and coordinate Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) matters, including trademarks, copyrights, brand protection, infringement matters, oppositions/objections and coordination with IPR consultants/attorneys.
Draft and review legal notices, replies, undertakings, settlement documents and other legal correspondence.
Maintain agreement records and track renewals, expiry dates, notice periods, lock-in periods and contractual obligations.
Coordinate with auditors, consultants, advocates, landlords, franchisees, vendors, government authorities and internal departments on legal and compliance matters.
Handle documentation relating to stamp duty, registration, notarization and execution of agreements.
Maintain litigation, legal notice, IPR, agreement and compliance trackers and ensure timely follow-up and closure.
Provide day-to-day legal, contractual and secretarial support to management and business teams.
Identify and escalate significant legal, contractual and compliance risks to management.

Qualification & Experience

Qualified Company Secretary (CS) – Mandatory
L.L.B. – Mandatory

Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in Company Secretarial, Corporate and Commercial Legal matters.
Strong knowledge of Companies Act, MCA/ROC compliances and commercial contracts.
Practical exposure to litigation, arbitration, police matters and IPR/trademark matters.
Strong experience in drafting and reviewing commercial agreements and legal documentation.
Experience in retail, franchise, leasing or multi-location businesses will be preferred.
Strong drafting, analytical, negotiation, communication and coordination skills.
Ability to independently manage multiple legal and compliance matters within defined timelines.
Working knowledge of MCA Portal and MS Office.

Company Secretary

Assistant Manager-Company Secretary Legal & Compliance