Meril Group - Head - Company Secretary & Legal Affairs

Job Title: Head of Company Secretary & Legal Affairs - Medical Devices

Location: Vapi, Gujarat, India

Experience: Minimum 15 years in legal and secretarial roles within the Pharma /medical devices industry person preferred.

About Us: Meril is a leading medical devices company committed to innovation and excellence in healthcare. Headquartered in Vapi, Gujarat, we are dedicated to improving patient outcomes by delivering high-quality medical solutions. As we continue to grow, we are seeking a seasoned professional to join our team as the Head of Secretarial & Legal Affairs.

Key Responsibilities:

Legal Compliance:

- Ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations related to the medical devices industry.

- Provide legal guidance on business activities, contracts, and transactions.

Secretarial Functions:

- Oversee and manage corporate governance and secretarial functions.

- Coordinate and conduct board and committee meetings, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements.

Contract Management:

- Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of contracts, including vendor agreements, licensing agreements, and partnership agreements.

Risk Management:

- Identify legal and regulatory risks and develop strategies to mitigate them.

- Collaborate with internal teams to implement risk management policies and procedures.

Dispute Resolution:

- Handle legal disputes and litigation matters effectively.

- Collaborate with external legal counsel when necessary.

Compliance Training:

- Conduct training sessions to educate employees on legal and compliance matters.

- Stay updated on changes in laws and regulations affecting the medical devices industry.

Government Liaison:

- Interface with government authorities and regulatory bodies to address legal and regulatory issues.

Qualifications:

- Bachelor's degree in Law & CS (Company Secretary).

- Minimum of 15 years of legal and secretarial experience.

- In-depth knowledge of Indian and international laws and regulations related to the medical devices sector will be preffered.

- Strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.

- Proven ability to lead and manage a legal and secretarial team effectively.

- Exceptional problem-solving and decision-making abilities.