Company Secretary & Compliance Officer - NBFC

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A leading NBFC is hiring for a Company Secretary & Compliance Officer role based out of Mumbai. The role involves driving corporate governance, ensuring compliance with Companies Act, 2013 and RBI regulations, managing board and committee processes, and handling regulatory liaison with authorities and auditors.

Location: Mumbai

Experience: 15+ yrs

Role Summary:

The Company Secretary will be responsible for ensuring corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and adherence to statutory requirements applicable. The role will also act as a key liaison between the Board of Directors, regulators, and internal stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities :

1. Regulatory & Statutory Compliance :

- Ensure compliance with the Companies Act, 2013 and RBI regulations applicable to NBFCs.

- Manage statutory filings with the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) and other regulatory authorities.

- Monitor regulatory updates and advise management on compliance requirements.

2. Board & Committee Management :

- Organize and manage Board Meetings, Committee Meetings, and Annual General Meetings (AGMs).

- Prepare board agendas, minutes, resolutions, and supporting documentation.

- Ensure adherence to corporate governance standards and board procedures.

3. RBI & NBFC Regulatory Compliance :

- Ensure timely submission of RBI returns and regulatory reporting applicable to NBFCs.

- Coordinate with regulators during inspections, audits, and regulatory reviews.

- Monitor compliance with KYC/AML norms, fair practices code, and other regulatory guidelines.

4. Corporate Governance & Documentation

- Maintain statutory registers and corporate records.

- Draft and manage board resolutions, policies, and corporate governance documentation.

- Support implementation of governance frameworks and compliance tracking mechanisms.

5. Audit & Compliance Coordination :

- Coordinate with internal, statutory, and regulatory auditors.

- Support closure of audit observations and ensure compliance documentation is maintained.

6. Stakeholder & Regulatory Liaison :

- Act as a liaison between the Board, management, regulators, and external advisors.

- Provide guidance on governance, compliance risks, and regulatory matters.

Qualifications :

- Qualified Company Secretary (Member of ICSI).

- Relevant experience in NBFC/Banking/Financial Services sector.