This role is for one of our clients
Industry: Business Consulting and Services
Company Name: Time Hack Consulting
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Min Experience: 4 years
Location: Bengaluru
JobType: full-time
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We are looking for a senior Legal & Company Secretary (CS) leader to own and drive the entire legal and corporate governance function. This role will be responsible for building a strong compliance framework, managing legal risks, and ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements across multiple financial products. Reporting directly to the Cofounder and COO, you will play a strategic role in shaping governance practices and enabling business growth while maintaining strict compliance standards.
You will lead a lean internal team and coordinate with external partners or agencies to execute legal and compliance priorities effectively. The role requires a balance of strategic thinking and hands-on execution, especially in a fast-paced fintech environment with evolving regulatory expectations.
Requirements
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the complete Legal and Company Secretarial (CS) function for the organization
- Ensure compliance with all statutory, regulatory, and corporate governance requirements
- Oversee legal matters related to business operations, contracts, and regulatory frameworks
- Drive compliance with RBI guidelines and other applicable financial regulations
- Manage board processes, filings, and documentation in line with corporate governance standards
- Identify and mitigate legal and compliance risks across products and operations
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders including business, finance, and operations teams
- Manage external legal counsel and agencies to ensure efficient delivery of legal services
- Build, track, and deliver on key KPIs/KRAs for the legal and compliance function
- Provide strategic legal advice to leadership on business initiatives and regulatory changes
What Makes You a Great Fit
- Strong experience in Legal and Company Secretarial functions, preferably in fintech or financial services
- In-depth understanding of statutory compliances, corporate laws, and regulatory frameworks
- Working knowledge of RBI regulations and financial product compliance requirements
- Proven ability to lead teams and manage external stakeholders effectively
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a risk-focused mindset
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to operate in a fast-paced, high-growth environment with ownership and accountability
- High attention to detail and commitment to maintaining ethical and compliance standards