Position: Company Secretary & Compliance Lead, Gurugram

Department: Legal

Experience: 4 (post qualification) to 9 years

Job Type: Full Time

Number of Positions: 1

Location: Gurugram

Skill Set:

Companies Act Compliance, FEMA Compliance, Labour Law Compliance, Statutory Compliance, RBI Compliance, Compliance Audits, Corporate Restructuring / M&A, Corporate Law, Excellent English communication skills

Job Description:

I our Organization, we understand the importance of operating within the law while carrying out our vision. We seek legal counsel with extensive experience practicing law, preferably in a business environment. The said counsel will serve as an advisor on all legal matters assisting the General Counsel.

Role Overview:

We are seeking a qualified and experienced Company Secretary (preferred if lawyer as well) to join our team. The ideal candidate should have a strong understanding of corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and secretarial practices, with hands-on experience in both corporate and practicing firm settings. This role demands a proactive professional who can manage statutory obligations, support board processes, and ensure legal and regulatory compliance across the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure compliance with Companies Act, FEMA, and other applicable laws.

• Manage board meetings, general meetings, and committee meetings including drafting agendas,minutes, resolutions, and notices.

• Co-ordinate with local consultants for any work that may be assigned to them

• Maintain statutory registers and records as per legal requirements.

• Liaise with regulatory authorities such as MCA, RBI, ROC etc. as required

• Handle corporate filings, annual returns, and other statutory submissions.

• Support legal and compliance audits and due diligence processes.

• Advise management on corporate governance best practices.

• Assist in drafting and reviewing legal documents, contracts, and agreements.

• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders including auditors, legal advisors, and consultants.

• Stay updated on changes in laws and regulations affecting the company.

• Managing labour compliance including Licenses and registrations required for running the business.

• Ensure all legal, regulatory and labour compliance in all geographies.

• Tracking laws and regulations that are relevant to the Company's business and policies.

• Monitor and identify labour compliance risks, coordinate control improvements and check implementation status.

• To ensure that business is provided with legal documentation and advisory support and are legally compliant with all the applicable laws.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Qualified Company Secretary (ACS).

• Preferred if a qualified L.L.B

• 7–8 years of post-qualification experience, with exposure to both corporate and practicing firm environments.

• Strong knowledge of corporate laws, secretarial standards, labour laws and regulatory frameworks.

• Excellent drafting, communication, and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

• Proficiency in MS Office and secretarial software tools.

Preferred Attributes:

• Experience in a mid-level or large corporate setup.

• Exposure to M&A and corporate restructuring.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Additional Information

• Experience Required: 7 to 8 Years

• Reporting To: India General Counsel

• Interview process-2-3 Rounds (Final round will F2F only)

Required Qualification/Education: Company Secretary (ACS)

With a Top UK-based Real Estate MNC

Important facts: 70+ Countries | 650+ Offices | 39,000+ Employees