Company Secretary - BFSI (7-15 yrs)

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Statutory and regulatory compliance

- Ensure compliance with all provisions of the Companies Act, 2013.

- File required documents, returns, and forms with the Registrar of Companies (RoC).

- Maintain statutory registers and records (e.g., minute books, share registers).

- Ensure compliance with SEBI regulations, RBI guidelines (specifically for NBFCs), and other applicable regulatory bodies.

- Liaise with regulatory authorities for necessary filings and disclosures.

- Secretarial support, legal and financial advisory

- Act as a trusted advisor to the Board on governance matters.

- Ensure effective implementation of corporate governance best practices within the company.

- Prepare and present governance reports to the Board.

- Provide legal advice to the management on matters related to business operations, mergers, acquisitions, and joint ventures.

- Review and advise on company law implications of business decisions.

- Monitor compliance with financial regulations and ensure the proper application of RBI's guidelines specific to NBFCs.

- Supervise the documentation for loan agreements, debt, and asset finance.

Stakeholder Management:

- Organize, prepare agendas, and take minutes for Board, Audit Committee, and other governance meetings.

- Advise the Board of Directors on corporate governance practices.

- Ensure timely dissemination of board papers and resolutions.

- Risk Management and Internal controls

- Develop and maintain a robust risk management framework.

- Ensure compliance with internal audit and control procedures.

- Conduct secretarial audits and due diligence as per regulatory requirements.

KEY INTERACTIONS:

-Internal Stakeholders

- External Stakeholders

- Board of Directors

- Shareholders

- Management Team

- Legal Team

- Internal Audit and Compliance

- Employees

- Regulatory Authorities

- External Auditors

KEY ROLE DIMENSIONS:

- This is a Pan India Individual Contribution role, which requires continuous communication, mostly with senior leaders and mid-level managers

KEY SKILLS & BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES:

- Strong understanding of corporate laws, SEBI regulations, and RBI guidelines specific to NBFCs, ensuring compliance and advising on legal matters.

- Expertise in governance best practices, board procedures, and ethical standards, promoting transparency and accountability within the organization.

- Ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and stakeholder expectations, ensuring efficient preparation of board meetings and documentation.

- Ability to influence and guide the Board and management on governance matters and compliance practices.

- Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with corporate secretarial software and tools, as well as proficiency in MS Office Suite for documentation and presentations.

- Behavioral Attributes- Driven and in alignment with our Purpose "Transforming the life of the common man by improving their financial well-being" and anchored by our core value of integrity, collaboration, and excellence.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:

Minimum Qualification: Member of the Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI).

Nature of Experience: Minimum 7 years of experience in a Company Secretary role, preferably in an NBFC or financial services sector. Candidates with In-depth knowledge of corporate laws, SEBI regulations, and RBI guidelines for NBFCs/Financial Institutions only apply.