Company Secretary - Manufacturing Firm (10-15 yrs)

Responsibilities-

1. Corporate Governance:

- Develop and implement robust corporate governance policies and practices in line with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.

- Advise the Board and senior management on corporate governance trends, challenges, and opportunities.

- Ensure the integrity and transparency of the company's governance framework.

- Maintain relationships with regulatory authorities like RoC, SEBI, and Stock Exchanges (as applicable).

- Coordinate with external auditors, regulatory authorities, and legal advisors to ensure all compliance -related issues are resolved effectively.

- Keep the company updated on changes in relevant legislations and ensure necessary actions are taken.

- Oversee compliance with laws related to the company's trading activities, import/export regulations, and foreign exchange management.

- Ensure compliance with all legal and regulatory requirement throughout the M&A lifecycle.

2. Secretarial & Legal Duties:

- Oversee the preparation and filing of all statutory documents, ensuring timely compliance with corporate regulations.

- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of changes in corporate laws, regulations, and governance best practices, advising the company on necessary adjustments.

- Act as the primary point of contact for regulatory bodies and ensure effective communication and reporting.

- Draft & vet legal agreements, contracts, and other corporate documents.

- Manage corporate actions like share transfers, dividend distribution, and other shareholder relations.

- Liaise with external legal counsel on significant legal matter or disputes.

- Ensure that all statutory documents, board resolutions, and filings are accurately maintained and easily accessible.

- Prepare and present compliance and governance reports to the Board.