About Company

Company is a Series C funded B2B startup transforming retail distribution through a tech-enabled platform. The company partners with top consumer brands to streamline supply chain operations across traditional and modern trade. With a strong presence across key regions and backed by leading VCs, it is scaling rapidly in the retail enablement space.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

1. Statutory and Regulatory Compliance

- Ensure full compliance with the Companies Act, 2013 and related statutory regulations.

- Manage all MCA filings including annual returns, financial statements, and other event-based filings.

- Maintain statutory registers, records, and ensure all board and general meeting documentation is in place.

- Liaise with ROC, MCA, and other statutory bodies for approvals, filings, and compliance reporting.

2. Secretarial Functions

- Organize, convene, and document Board Meetings, AGMs, and Committee Meetings - preparing agendas, minutes, and resolutions.

- Provide governance support and advice to management and the Board on secretarial standards, corporate laws, and company policies.

- Draft and review shareholder agreements, board resolutions, and legal documents in coordination with internal and external stakeholders.

3. Fundraising Support

- Assist in fundraising and investment transactions, including due diligence, documentation, and compliance with FEMA and RBI regulations.

- Coordinate with investors, legal counsel, and finance teams during equity and debt fundraising rounds.

- Ensure timely filing of share allotments, capital structure changes, and other related compliance post-fundraise.

4. Legal and Contractual Management

- Support in drafting, reviewing, and vetting commercial agreements and vendor contracts.

- Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure all legal and business documentation adheres to company policies and compliance norms.

- Manage communication and filings related to shareholder agreements, ESOP plans, and investment instruments.

5. Corporate Governance & Risk Management

- Establish internal compliance systems and monitoring mechanisms to mitigate legal and governance risks.

- Maintain confidentiality and integrity of company records and information.

- Stay updated with the latest regulatory amendments and ensure proactive compliance.

Requirements:

- Qualified Company Secretary (CS) with 3-5 years of experience.

- Strong understanding of MCA filings, fundraising compliance, and secretarial documentation.

- Exposure to start-up environment or fast-paced companies preferred.

- Excellent communication, coordination, and documentation skills.

- Exposure to fundraising rounds (Seed/Series A/B/C) and investor reporting.