Key Responsibilities
Compliance and Governance
- Ensure compliance with applicable corporate laws, regulatory frameworks, and governance principles.
- Monitor legal and regulatory updates, and advise management on required actions.
- Organize and manage board and committee meetings, including preparation of agendas, minutes, and resolutions.
- Maintain accurate and current corporate records including statutory filings, company registers, and minutes.
Board Support
- Provide comprehensive administrative and advisory support to the board of directors.
- Assist in implementing board decisions and monitoring follow-up actions.
- Facilitate effective communication between the board, executive management, and shareholders.
Corporate Secretarial Duties
- Draft, review, and manage legal documents such as agreements, resolutions, and contracts.
- Ensure timely filing of statutory returns and legal documentation with regulatory authorities.
- Organize Annual General Meetings (AGMs) and other shareholder meetings.
- Manage correspondence with regulators, shareholders, and external stakeholders.
Risk Management
- Assist in identifying legal, operational, and compliance risks.
- Support the development and implementation of internal control and compliance systems.
- Conduct regular compliance audits to ensure adherence to laws and internal policies.
Corporate Communication
- Draft and disseminate shareholder communications, company announcements, and circulars.
- Maintain the company's corporate website and ensure governance information is updated.
- Support investor relations initiatives and communication strategies.
Required Qualifications & Experience
- Proven experience as a Company Secretary or similar governance/compliance role.
- Qualified Company Secretary (CS) from ICSI (India) or equivalent.
- In-depth understanding of corporate laws, SEBI regulations, Companies Act, and governance standards.
- Experience in managing board processes and statutory compliance.