Manager - Company Secretary

About Credit Saison India

Established in 2019, Credit Saison India (CS India) is one of the country's fastest growing Non-Bank Financial Company (NBFC) lenders, with verticals in wholesale, direct lending and tech-enabled partnerships with Non-Bank Financial Companies (NBFCs) and fintechs. Its tech-enabled model coupled with underwriting capability facilitates lending at scale, meeting India's huge gap for credit, especially with underserved and under penetrated segments of the population.

Credit Saison India is committed to growing as a lender and evolving its offerings in India for the long-term for MSMEs, households, individuals and more. Credit Saison India is registered with the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and has an AAA rating from CRISIL (a subsidiary of S&P Global) and CARE Ratings.

Currently, Credit Saison India has a branch network of 80+ physical offices, 2.06 million active loans, an AUM of over US$2B and an employee base of about 1,400 employees. Credit Saison India is part of Saison International, a global financial company with a mission to bring people, partners and technology together, creating resilient and innovative financial solutions for positive impact. Across its business arms of lending and corporate venture capital, Saison International is committed to being a transformative partner in creating opportunities and enabling the dreams of people.

Saison International is the international headquarters (IHQ) of Credit Saison Company Limited, founded in 1951 and one of Japan's largest lending conglomerates with over 70 years of history and listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange. The Company has evolved from a credit-card issuer to a diversified financial services provider across payments, leasing, finance, real estate and entertainment. Based in Singapore, Saison International's global operations span over Singapore, India, Indonesia, Thailand, Vietnam, Mexico, Brazil, with active investments in debt, equity, corporate venture capital, and technology.

About the Role

We are seeking a highly experienced and meticulous Company Secretary to join our team as a Manager. This critical role is responsible for upholding the highest standards of corporate governance, ensuring absolute compliance with regulatory requirements, and managing all secretarial functions of the company, with a specific focus on obligations related to a listed entity.

Key Responsibilities

• SEBI LODR Compliance: Take complete ownership of compliance with SEBI (Securities and Exchange Board of India) Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements (LODR) for the listed entity.
• Board and Committee Management: Plan, organize, and provide comprehensive assistance for all proceedings of the Board of Directors and various Committees (e.g., Audit Committee, Nomination and Remuneration Committee, Stakeholders Relationship Committee). This includes preparing agendas, sending notices, recording detailed minutes, and tracking action items.
• Regulatory Filings & Compliance Framework: Manage and oversee all statutory and regulatory filings with the Registrar of Companies (ROC), SEBI, and other regulatory bodies. Develop, implement, and maintain a robust compliance framework to ensure adherence to all applicable laws and regulations.
• Corporate Governance: Advise the Board and Management on best practices in corporate governance and ethics.
• Shareholder/Stakeholder Relations: Handle matters related to shareholder communication, general meetings (AGM/EGM), and investor grievances.

Qualifications and Experience

• Experience: 5-7 years of post-qualification experience as a Company Secretary.
• Certification: Must be a qualified Company Secretary (ACS/FCS) from the Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI).
• Industry Expertise: Must have prior work experience in a well-known equity listed entity or a high-value debt listed entity, with direct, hands-on experience in handling SEBI LODR compliance.
• Knowledge: In-depth, practical knowledge of the Companies Act, 2013, SEBI regulations (especially LODR), and other relevant corporate and economic laws.
• Skills: Exceptional drafting, communication, and interpersonal skills. Proven ability to work under pressure, meet strict deadlines, and maintain confidentiality.