Head - Company Secretary

About the job:

Experience: 18 years

Location: Navi Mumbai

Role Overview:

The Company Secretary Head will be responsible for ensuring compliance with corporate laws, governance frameworks, and regulatory requirements.

They will play a strategic role in advising the board and senior leadership on legal, risk, and compliance matters.

Key Responsibilities:

Corporate Governance & Compliance:

- Ensure adherence to all statutory and regulatory requirements under the Companies Act and other applicable laws.

- Act as the primary liaison between the company, regulatory authorities, and stakeholders.

- Manage board meetings, AGMs, EGMs, and ensure accurate documentation of minutes.

- Ensure timely filing of statutory returns, disclosures, and reports.

Legal & Risk Management:

- Provide legal counsel to the board and senior management on corporate governance, regulatory matters, and risk mitigation.

- Monitor changes in legislation and ensure compliance with new laws and regulations.

- Oversee contract management, shareholder agreements, and M&A due diligence.

Stakeholder Management:

- Work closely with investors, shareholders, auditors, and external legal advisors.

- Support investor relations and corporate communications from a legal perspective.

Leadership & Strategic Initiatives:

- Lead the secretarial and legal team, ensuring alignment with business goals.

- Implement best practices in corporate governance and compliance.

- Contribute to corporate strategy, risk management, and business sustainability initiatives.

Key Requirements:

- Qualified Company Secretary (CS) with 18 years of experience in corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and legal advisory roles.

- Extensive knowledge of the Companies Act, SEBI regulations, FEMA, and corporate laws.

- Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

- Experience working in a CXO capacity or with Board-level leadership is preferred.

- Ability to handle confidential and high-stakes legal matters with discretion