Company Secretary - Manufacturing/Textile Industry

Key Responsibilities

1. Statutory & Regulatory Compliance

- Ensure compliance with the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 and other applicable laws

- Manage all statutory filings, returns, and documentation with regulatory authorities

- Maintain statutory registers, records, and minutes as per legal requirements

- Stay updated with changes in laws and regulations and implement necessary actions

2. Corporate Governance

- Advise the Board of Directors on governance practices and compliance obligations

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

- Prepare agendas, notices, minutes, and resolutions

- Ensure proper documentation and record-keeping of all board-related activities

3. RBI & Financial Compliance

- Handle RBI-related compliances applicable to the business

- Coordinate with banks and financial institutions for documentation, approvals, and reporting

- Ensure timely submission of financial and regulatory reports

4. Liaison & Coordination

- Act as a point of contact between the company and regulatory authorities

- Liaise with external stakeholders such as auditors, legal advisors, consultants, and bankers

- Manage compliance-related audits and inspections

5. Secretarial Functions

- Draft and vet legal documents, agreements, and policies

- Ensure adherence to corporate laws and internal policies

- Support in corporate restructuring, if any (mergers, acquisitions, etc.)

6. Risk & Compliance Management

- Identify compliance risks and suggest mitigation strategies

- Implement best practices in corporate governance and compliance management

Required Skills & Competencies

- Strong knowledge of Company Law, SEBI, and RBI regulations

- Excellent understanding of corporate governance principles

- Strong coordination and stakeholder management skills

- High attention to detail and strong documentation skills

- Ability to work independently and handle confidential information

- Good communication and interpersonal skills

Qualifications

- Qualified Company Secretary (CS) Mandatory (ICSI Membership required)

- Additional qualifications such as LLB/CA Inter will be an added advantage

Preferred Industry Experience

- Manufacturing / Textile / Export-oriented organizations (preferred)