Position: Company Secretary
Location: Ahmedabad
Experience: 1 3 years (open to discussion based on expertise)
About the Role
We are seeking a qualified and dynamic Company Secretary to join our cybersecurity organization. The role involves managing corporate governance, legal compliance, and regulatory filings while aligning with the specialized requirements of the IT & cybersecurity domain. The candidate should have strong knowledge of corporate law, board processes, and a keen understanding of data protection and cybersecurity-related regulations.
Key Responsibilities
- Ensure compliance with Companies Act, SEBI, MCA/ROC filings, and corporate governance frameworks.
- Draft, review, and manage Board and Committee meeting agendas, minutes, and resolutions.
- Handle legal drafting and contract management, including NDAs, MoUs, vendor contracts, and service agreements.
- Advise management on corporate structuring, fundraising, and compliance strategies.
- Oversee compliance with data privacy and cybersecurity laws (DPDPA, GDPR, IT Act 2000, CERT-In guidelines, etc.).
- Ensure incorporation of cybersecurity and confidentiality clauses in vendor/client contracts.
- Maintain statutory records, registers, and ensure accurate regulatory filings.
- Assist in IPR management trademarks, copyrights, and licensing of IT solutions/software.
- Coordinate with auditors, regulators, and legal consultants as required.
- Act as a governance advisor to the leadership team with focus on risk management, IT compliance, and cyber law updates.
Key Skills & Competencies
- Strong knowledge of Company Law, SEBI guidelines, and corporate governance practices.
- Hands-on experience in legal drafting, compliance filings, and stakeholder management.
- Familiarity with data protection laws (GDPR, DPDPA), IT Act 2000, and global compliance frameworks (ISO 27001, SOC 2).
- Excellent communication, analytical thinking, and attention to detail.
- Ability to balance corporate compliance with the unique demands of the cybersecurity industry.
Qualifications
- Member of the Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI).
- Additional certifications in Corporate Law / Cyber Law / Data Privacy / Compliance will be an advantage
