Senior Manager - Company Secretary - Mutual Fund - LLB

Job Purpose

Company Secretary will be responsible for driving governance excellence and ensuring full compliance for Asset Management Pvt. Ltd. This role will serve as the key link between the Board, regulators, trustees, and senior management, providing legal and secretarial expertise to uphold statutory obligations under SEBI, AMFI, and the Companies Act. By enabling effective Board functioning, ensuring timely regulatory filings, and embedding governance best practices, the incumbent will play a pivotal role in safeguarding stakeholder confidence, strengthening compliance culture, and supporting the long-term integrity and growth of the Asset Management business.

Key Roles & Responsibilities:

- Ensure full compliance with SEBI, AMFI, Companies Act, and other statutory/regulatory requirements applicable to the AMC & Mutual Fund industry.

- Organize and manage Board and Committee meetings, including drafting agendas, recording minutes, tracking action items, and maintaining statutory registers.

- Draft and review resolutions, notices, disclosures, reports, and other governance-related documentation.

- Liaise with trustees, board members, auditors, and regulatory authorities to ensure smooth governance processes.

- Co-ordinate with internal and external auditors.

- Ensure timely and accurate filings with MCA, SEBI, AMFI, and ROC.

- Provide legal and secretarial guidance on business initiatives, contracts, and policies.

- Monitor regulatory updates and advise senior management on implications and required actions.

- Promote corporate governance best practices across the organization.

Qualification:

Qualified Company Secretary (CS) from ICSI

Preferred: LLB or equivalent legal qualification

12-15 years of experience in AMCs

Additional Skills:

- Experience working with Mutual Fund and Trustee Companies.

- Exposure to SEBI inspections or regulatory audits.

- Strong understanding of mutual fund governance frameworks and compliance protocols.

- Excellent communication, drafting, and stakeholder management skills.