Company Secretary – Legal & Compliance

Company Description The company operates in a dynamic, growth-oriented environment and is seeking to strengthen its legal, compliance, and corporate governance capabilities. It places strong emphasis on ethical business practices, transparent reporting, and adherence to regulatory requirements. Team members are encouraged to take ownership of their work, collaborate across functions, and contribute to continuous improvement in governance standards. The organization values professionalism, integrity, and a detail-focused approach in all aspects of its operations.
Role Description This is a full-time, on-site Company Secretary – Legal & Compliance role based in Mumbai. The role involves managing corporate secretarial functions, including preparation of board and committee agendas, minutes, resolutions, and statutory registers, while ensuring timely regulatory filings. The Company Secretary will oversee compliance with applicable company law, securities regulations, and other statutory requirements, and advise leadership on governance best practices and policy updates. Day-to-day responsibilities include reviewing and drafting legal documents and contracts, coordinating with external advisors, and supporting internal audits and compliance reviews. The role also requires monitoring regulatory changes, updating internal policies, delivering compliance training, and collaborating with finance, HR, and operations to maintain robust risk and control frameworks.
Qualifications
Professional qualification as Company Secretary (CS), with strong knowledge of corporate law, governance, and regulatory compliance in India.
Experience handling board and shareholder meetings, drafting minutes and resolutions, and maintaining statutory records and filings.
Proficiency in reviewing, drafting, and negotiating legal documents and commercial contracts, with attention to risk management and mitigation.
Ability to interpret and implement relevant laws, regulations, and guidelines, and to develop and enforce internal compliance policies and procedures.
Strong analytical, research, and documentation skills, including the ability to summarize complex legal and regulatory information clearly.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact confidently with senior leadership, regulators, and external advisors.
High level of integrity, discretion, and professional ethics, with strong organizational and time-management skills.
Prior experience in a similar legal, compliance, or corporate secretarial role, preferably in Mumbai or a comparable regulatory environment.

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