Company Secretary

Key Responsibilities:

1. IPO Preparation and Execution:
• Assist in preparing the company for the IPO process, including corporate restructuring, compliance reviews, and governance improvements.
• Coordinate with legal, financial, and investment advisory teams to compile and review IPO documentation such as the Draft Red Herring Prospectus (DRHP) and Red Herring Prospectus (RHP).
• Ensure all pre-IPO compliance requirements are met, including board approvals, shareholder resolutions, and filing with regulatory authorities.

1. Regulatory Compliance:
• Liaise with the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), Stock Exchanges, and other regulatory bodies to ensure timely submissions and approvals.
• Ensure compliance with the Companies Act, SEBI regulations, and listing agreements during the IPO process.
• Maintain statutory registers and records in line with applicable laws.

1. Corporate Governance:
• Advise the Board of Directors on corporate governance standards, ensuring alignment with SEBI Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements (LODR).
• Facilitate board and committee meetings, including agenda preparation, minutes recording, and follow-ups on action points.
• Oversee compliance with post-IPO governance requirements, such as independent director appointments and mandatory disclosures.

1. Stakeholder Management:
• Act as the key point of contact between the company, investors, stock exchanges, and regulatory authorities.
• Provide timely and accurate information to stakeholders, including disclosures, press releases, and investor presentations.
• Coordinate roadshows, investor meetings, and other IPO marketing activities.

1. Documentation and Filing:
• Oversee the preparation and filing of key IPO documents, including offer letters, consent forms, agreements, and disclosures.
• Ensure accuracy and timeliness in the submission of forms to the Registrar of Companies (RoC) and other statutory bodies.

1. Post-IPO Activities:
• Ensure smooth transition to a listed company, including meeting all listing compliance requirements.
• Monitor compliance with continuous disclosure obligations under SEBI and stock exchange regulations.
• Maintain relationships with external advisors, rating agencies, and auditors post-listing.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Membership with the Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) is mandatory.
• In-depth knowledge of SEBI guidelines, Companies Act, and stock exchange listing requirements.
• Proven experience in handling IPO processes and public offerings.
• Strong understanding of corporate governance and compliance frameworks.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and manage multiple stakeholders.

Preferred Experience:

• 2-3 years of experience in a Company Secretary role, preferably with exposure to IPO-related activities or in a listed company.
• Experience in coordinating with regulatory bodies such as SEBI, RoC, and stock exchanges.

Reporting to:

• Finance head

Location:

• Bangalore