Associate Manager Legal & Company Secretary

Position Summary:

The Company Secretary will be responsible for overseeing the companys legal and compliance functions, including the drafting and closing of agreements and Trade Mark protection.

The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 7-10 years of experience out of which 4-5 years should be in corporate IT industry with a proven track record in managing complex secretarial, Agreement drafting, corporate governance and Trade Mark protection.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Corporate Governance:
   • Ensure compliance with all corporate governance standards and regulatory requirements.
   • Manage and facilitate Board meetings, including preparing agendas, minutes, and resolutions.
   • Advise the Board and senior management on corporate governance issues and best practices.
2. Agreement Drafting and Management:
   • Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of agreements, NDA, Leave and Licence Agreement, TVCs agreement including IT-related contracts, service agreements etc
   • Ensure all agreements comply with legal and regulatory standards and reflect the company s interests and objectives.
   • Oversee the closing process of agreements, including the management of all documentation and compliance checks.
   • Replying to legal notices and notices received from Police, Labour offices etc.
3. Compliance and Legal Affairs:
   • Monitor and ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards.
   • Conduct periodic reviews and updates of company policies and procedures to maintain compliance.
4. Record Keeping and Reporting:
   • Maintain accurate and up-to-date company records, including statutory books and registers.
   • Prepare and file necessary corporate documents with regulatory authorities.
   • Ensure timely reporting of corporate activities and compliance status to the Board and relevant stakeholders.
   • Maintenace of MIS of internal task and timely updates.
5. Risk Management:
   • Identify and assess legal risks related to business operations and provide strategic advice to mitigate those risks.
   • Develop and implement risk management strategies and compliance programs.

Qualifications:

• Education: CS and LLB.
• Skills:
  • Strong knowledge of corporate governance, compliance, and legal frameworks.
  • Proven ability to draft and negotiate complex agreements.
  • Familiarity with IT and technology-related business transactions.
  • Excellent organizational and communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks effectively.
  • Familiar with Trade Mark protection

Personal Attributes:

• Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills.
• Proactive and able to anticipate and address legal issues before they arise.
• High level of integrity and professionalism.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage sensitive information.