Company Secretary

 Job Overview: We are seeking a qualified and experienced Company Secretary (CS) with strong expertise in Corporate Laws, Legal Affairs, Regulatory Compliance, and Governance within the manufacturing sector. The incumbent will be responsible for ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements, advising management on legal matters, overseeing corporate governance practices, managing litigation, and supporting the Board of Directors.

Role & responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with the Companies Act, corporate governance requirements, and all statutory filings with ROC/MCA while managing Board and Committee meetings.
• Drive legal and regulatory compliance across manufacturing operations, including factory, environmental, labor, and industrial regulations.
• Draft, review, negotiate, and vet commercial contracts, vendor agreements, NDAs, lease agreements, and other legal documents.
• Manage litigation, legal notices, disputes, and coordination with external counsel, ensuring timely resolution and risk mitigation.
• Conduct compliance audits, monitor regulatory changes, and implement policies/SOPs to strengthen the company's compliance framework.
• Advise senior management and the Board on legal risks, corporate governance, contract management, and strategic compliance matters.

Preferred candidate profile

Qualified CS (ACS/FCS) with 8+ years of experience in Legal, Secretarial, and Compliance functions within a Manufacturing organization. LLB preferred.