Role Overview:

Reports to: CCO.

Purpose: To ensure robust corporate governance and regulatory compliance across statutory obligations (Companies Act, SEBI, RBI, etc.), support the Board and senior management, maintain transparency, and foster strong regulatory liaison.

Key Result Areas (KRAs) & Performance Indicators:

- Regulatory Compliance: Ensure full compliance with the Companies Act, SEBI Listing Regulations, RBI guidelines, and other applicable laws while monitoring legislative changes. Key outcomes include zero instances of non-compliance or penalties.

- Board & Committee Management: Organize meetings, prepare agendas, notices, and minutes, ensure timely circulation of board papers, and maintain statutory registers for seamless operations.

- Corporate Governance Advisory: Provide expert guidance and strategic advice on corporate governance best practices to the Board and senior leadership, boosting stakeholder confidence.

- Statutory Filings & Disclosures: Manage all filings with the MCA, SEBI, RBI, and stock exchanges (including quarterly and annual compliance reports) with flawless accuracy to enhance transparency.

- Regulatory Liaison: Act as the primary point of contact for regulators like SEBI, RBI, and MCA, handling inspections, audits, and queries effectively.

- Team Leadership: Supervise and mentor the secretarial team, establishing processes to ensure timely, error-free execution and fostering accountability.

Qualifications, Skills & Experience:

- Experience Required: 15 years.

- Qualifications:

1. Mandatory: Qualified Company Secretary (CS).

2. Preferred: Additional qualifications such as LLB (Law) or MBA for broader legal and business understanding.

- Core Competencies:

1. Strong problem-solving, interpretational, and advisory skills for complex laws.

2. Excellent written and verbal communication for board members, regulators, and internal teams.

3. High attention to detail for documentation and compliance accuracy.

4. Proven leadership capability to manage multiple priorities under strict timelines.

Behavioral Expectations:

- Lead by example with a focus on technical quality, leadership, and data-driven decision-making.

- Foster collaboration, team growth, mentoring, and open communication.

- Stay adaptive, promote continuous learning, drive innovation, and proactively address challenges under high pressure.

- Manage time and resources effectively while demonstrating resilience and persistence.