Lead - Company Secretary & Corporate Governance - Manufacturing Firm

Role Overview:

We are looking for an experienced Company Secretary (CS) to lead the Secretarial & Corporate Governance team. This role involves ensuring regulatory compliance, corporate governance, and IPO readiness while handling all secretarial functions.

Key Responsibilities:

- Act as Company Secretary & Compliance Officer as per SEBI and Companies Act.

- Ensure strong corporate governance practices and compliance with SEBI, RBI, MCA, and other regulations.

- Prepare the organization for IPO and lead post-IPO regulatory functions.

- Manage secretarial audits, regulatory filings, and board documentation (Notices, Agendas, Resolutions, Minutes, ROC filings, etc.).

- Handle the listing of Non-Convertible Debentures (NCDs), Commercial Papers, and Foreign Currency Bonds.

- Oversee the preparation of Annual Reports as per the Companies Act, 2013.

- Liaise with regulatory authorities, auditors, legal advisors, and other stakeholders.

- Ensure compliance with Companies Act, SEBI guidelines, exchange regulations, and debt/equity listing requirements.

- Stay updated on regulatory developments and oversee the legal department.

Skills & Qualifications:

- Company Secretary (CS) qualification (PG in CS preferred).

- 10-15 years of experience, with 3-4 years in a listed company (mandatory).

- Experience in a listed company or IPO preparation is highly preferred.

- Strong drafting, communication, and presentation skills.

- Ability to work independently with senior management and board members.

- Critical thinking, strategic orientation, and strong business acumen.