Meritto - Company Secretary - IPO (3-5 yrs)

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Company Secretary to join our team. The ideal candidate will have expertise in managing the end-to-end Pre-IPO process, overseeing IPO listing formalities, and ensuring compliance with post-listing obligations for a listed company. This is a strategic role requiring strong legal, governance, and compliance knowledge, with a particular focus on corporate laws and SEBI regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Pre-IPO Readiness and Execution:

- Collaborate with stakeholders to prepare for an Initial Public Offering (IPO), including due diligence, prospectus drafting, and financial disclosures.

- Liaise with merchant bankers, legal advisors, auditors, and regulatory authorities (e.g., SEBI, Stock Exchanges) for necessary approvals.

- Ensure compliance with SEBI (ICDR) regulations and other statutory requirements during the IPO process.

2. IPO Listing Process:

- Manage the IPO roadshow schedule and support the leadership team in investor presentations.

- Oversee the listing process, ensuring compliance with stock exchange norms and regulatory timelines.

- Handle correspondence and queries with stock exchanges and regulators during the listing phase.

3. Post-IPO Compliance:

- Ensure timely filings, disclosures, and adherence to corporate governance standards under SEBI (LODR) regulations.

- Manage all secretarial compliance and statutory records, including Board, Committee, and General Meeting minutes.

- Monitor insider trading activities and maintain compliance with SEBI (PIT) regulations.

4. General Corporate Governance:

- Provide advisory support to the Board of Directors on corporate laws, governance matters, and legal risk mitigation.

- Conduct Board and Committee meetings, ensuring adherence to Companies Act, 2013, and other relevant regulations.

- Oversee compliance with FEMA, RBI, and other regulatory frameworks applicable to the company.

5. Stakeholder Management:

- Act as a liaison between the company, shareholders, and regulatory authorities.

- Address investor grievances and manage shareholder communications.

- Coordinate with registrars, transfer agents, and depository participants.

Qualifications and Skills:

Mandatory Requirements:

- Membership with the Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI).

- 2-5 years of relevant experience, with significant exposure to Pre-IPO, IPO listing, and listed company compliance

- A legal background/qualification would be a plus.

Preferred Skills:

- In-depth knowledge of SEBI (ICDR), (LODR), (PIT), and Companies Act, 2013.

- Strong communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.

- Hands-on experience with secretarial software and digital compliance tools.

- Legal acumen with the ability to interpret and apply regulatory frameworks effectively.

Why Join Us?

- Opportunity to play a pivotal role in a landmark IPO journey.

- Be a part of a dynamic, growth-oriented organization.

- Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.