Company Secretary & Legal

Job Overview:
The Company Secretary and Legal professional will ensure corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and legal risk management for a publicly listed rigid plastic manufacturing company.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee corporate governance practices in line with regulatory requirements for a publicly listed company.
• Ensure compliance with securities laws, stock exchange regulations, and other industry-specific requirements.
• Prepare and file statutory documents, resolutions, and reports with regulatory bodies such as the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), stock exchanges, and other authorities.
• Coordinate board meetings, prepare agendas, draft minutes, and ensure proper documentation of resolutions.
• Provide legal advice on corporate matters, including mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and partnerships within the manufacturing industry.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, supplier agreements, customer contracts, and employment-related matters.
• Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations, and advise on any legal implications of new or existing manufacturing processes.
• Manage legal disputes, litigation, and arbitration processes, liaising with external legal counsel when necessary.
• Monitor regulatory changes relevant to the plastic manufacturing industry and advise the board on legal implications.
• Maintain and manage corporate records, shareholder communications, and investor relations documentation.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Degree in Law (LLB), along with membership in a recognized professional body (e.g., ICSI).
• Minimum 10-12 years of experience in corporate governance, compliance, and legal advisory, preferably in a publicly listed company or manufacturing sector.
• Strong understanding of securities laws, stock exchange regulations, and the legal framework applicable to publicly listed companies.
• Experience in the manufacturing industry, particularly with regulatory compliance, environmental laws, and health & safety standards.
• Proven track record in handling corporate legal matters, including mergers, acquisitions, and contract negotiations.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects under pressure.