Head - Company Secretary - Payments Bank

Compliance Management:

- Ensure adherence to all relevant banking laws, regulations, and guidelines issued by regulatory bodies such as the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), and others.

- Develop and implement compliance policies and procedures.

- Conduct regular audits to assess compliance levels and identify areas for improvement.

- Keep abreast of changes in regulations and update internal stakeholders accordingly.

Board and Committee Support:

- Assist in organizing and managing board and committee meetings, including preparing agendas, minutes, and resolutions.

- Provide guidance to the board on governance matters and regulatory compliance.

- Ensure that board decisions comply with applicable laws and regulations.

Corporate Governance:

- Oversee the implementation of corporate governance practices in accordance with statutory requirements and best practices.

- Facilitate communication between the board, management, and shareholders on governance matters.

- Monitor and evaluate governance frameworks to ensure transparency and accountability.

Legal Documentation:

- Draft, review, and vet legal documents, contracts, agreements, and disclosures.

- Ensure that legal documentation complies with banking laws, regulations, and internal policies.

- Provide legal advice and support to internal departments on various matters, including contracts, disputes, and regulatory issues.

Risk Management:

- Assess legal and regulatory risks associated with the bank's operations and activities.

- Develop and implement risk management strategies to mitigate legal and regulatory risks.

- Collaborate with other departments, such as compliance and risk management, to ensure a comprehensive approach to risk mitigation.

Corporate Secretarial Duties:

- Manage the company's secretarial functions, including maintaining statutory registers, filings, and records.

- Ensure compliance with corporate governance requirements under the Companies Act and other applicable laws.

- Facilitate communication between the board, shareholders, and regulatory authorities.

Training and Development:

- Conduct training sessions for employees on banking laws, regulations, and compliance requirements.

- Keep staff informed about changes in regulations and provide guidance on compliance best practices.

- Foster a culture of compliance and ethics throughout the organization.

Regulatory Liaison:

- Serve as the primary point of contact for regulatory authorities.

- Coordinate responses to regulatory inquiries, examinations, and audits.

- Build and maintain positive relationships with regulatory agencies.

Policy Development:

- Develop and review internal policies and procedures to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

- Propose updates to policies based on changes in regulations or industry best practices.

- Communicate policy changes effectively to relevant stakeholders.

Corporate Communication:

- Assist in preparing regulatory disclosures, reports, and filings.

- Ensure that communication with stakeholders, including investors and regulatory bodies, is accurate and compliant.