AM/Manager CS & Legal - Chemical Industry - Nariman Point

Job Description:

Designation: AM / Manager CS legal

Experience: CS or ICSI with 5 yrs experience 

Job Location: Mumbai, Nariman Point

Salary Range: Best in industry Mobile Reimbursement , LTA , Annual Bonus, Pf , Gratuity 

Working Days: 5 days a week (Mon to Fri) and (Sat and Sun fixed off)

Work Timings: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Key Responsibilities

1. Corporate Governance

• Ensure timely compliance with corporate governance codes, SEBI laws, Companies Act, and all other regulations applicable to a listed company.
• Develop and implement internal policies/process to meet corporate governance standards, as per regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate with external legal advisors and auditors including secretarial auditors on governance matters and bankers.

2. Board and Shareholder Meetings

• Co-ordinate for board meetings, annual general meetings (AGMs), and extraordinary general meetings (EGMs) and its pre and post work
• Prepare agendas, notices, minutes, and resolutions of meetings.
• Ensure that all board decisions are accurately documented
• Maintain a proper record of all company meetings and resolutions.

3.Compliance and Regulatory Affairs

• Monitor and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, including the stock exchanges, ROC, RBI and other relevant authorities.
• Submit regulatory filings such as annual reports, financial statements, and shareholder communications as required.
• Timely completion of the Compliances as may be required under Companies Act, SEBI laws, RBI etc.
• Stay updated on changes in laws and regulations affecting the company, particularly those related to SEBI, Companies Act, RBI etc.
• To keep up to date all records of the Company as may be required under the Companies Act, Listing Regulations

4. Shareholder Relations and Communication

• Ensure effective communication and timely dissemination of information to shareholders.
• Oversee the handling of shareholder queries and concerns/grievances.
• Coordinate the issuance of share certificates, dividend payments, and other shareholder-related matters.

5.Statutory Records and Filings

• Maintain all statutory records and registers of the Company
• Ensure that statutory filings are made accurately and on time
• Coordinate the preparation of annual financial reports, ensuring compliance with the relevant accounting and regulatory standards.

6. Legal and Corporate Compliance

• Assist in managing the legal affairs of the company, including reviewing contracts, agreements, and other legal documents including loan documents.
• Liaise with legal counsel to manage disputes, contracts, and any legal matters.
• Ensure that the company adheres to all legal and regulatory requirements for its operations, particularly in a manufacturing and listed company context.

7.Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)

• Support the companys CSR initiatives by ensuring compliance with regulations relating to CSR reporting and activities.
• Ensure that CSR activities align with the company’s values and regulatory requirements.
• Strong knowledge of Indian legal and regulatory framework.
• Drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and finalizing various types of contracts, agreements including banking agreements, NDAs, POA, Distributor Agreements, MOUs etc.
• Maintaining contract database and monitoring contract obligations and renewal timelines.
• Coordinating, managing, follow ups on ongoing litigations of the Company
• Liaising with external legal counsels
• Preparing case summaries, tracking litigation progress, and maintaining MIS reports.
• Providing legal advice to various departments to minimize legal risks and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Drafting legal opinions and internal notes on various legal issues.

Qualifications and Skills

1. Educational Background:

• Professional qualification as a Company Secretary (e.g., ICSI or equivalent).
• Bachelor’s degree in Law, preferable

1. Experience:

• Minimum of 5-10 years of experience in a company secretarial role, with a listed manufacturing company.
• Proven experience in corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and shareholder communication.
• Experience of legal (litigation & Non litigation) will be preferred

1. Skills:

• Strong understanding of corporate law, sebi laws, and governance practices.
• Familiarity with the regulatory requirements of a listed company (e.g., Securities Exchange, Companies Act, FEMA etc.).
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with an ability to interact with senior executives, directors, shareholders, and regulatory authorities.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Proficiency in using corporate secretarial software and MS Office Suite.