Company Secretary (CS)

About the Role

We're looking for a qualified Company Secretary to manage corporate governance, statutory compliance, and secretarial functions for a fast-growing fintech NBFC. This role suits someone early in their PQE who wants hands-on exposure to NBFC/RBI regulatory compliance alongside core company law work.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with the Companies Act, 2013, SEBI regulations (if applicable), and RBI/NBFC-specific governance norms
• Organize and manage Board Meetings, Committee Meetings, and the Annual General Meeting - agenda, notices, minutes, and resolutions
• Maintain statutory registers, records, and filings (MGT, DIR, PAS forms, etc.)
• File requisite forms and returns with the Registrar of Companies (RoC) and other regulatory bodies within timelines
• Assist in drafting board resolutions, agreements, and corporate governance policies
• Support compliance with RBI's NBFC-specific governance and disclosure requirements
• Liaise with auditors, legal counsel, RoC, and other regulatory authorities
• Assist in due diligence for fundraising, ESOP administration, or corporate restructuring as needed
• Maintain the company's compliance calendar and track regulatory deadlines

Requirements

• Qualified Company Secretary (member of ICSI) with 1-2 years post-qualification experience
• Working knowledge of the Companies Act, SEBI regulations, and RBI/NBFC compliance framework
• Experience in NBFC, fintech, or BFSI sector preferred but not mandatory
• Proficiency in MCA portal filings and secretarial compliance tools
• Strong drafting and documentation skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple compliance deadlines

Good to Have

• Exposure to NBFC-specific RBI filings and governance requirements
• Experience supporting fundraising rounds or ESOP schemes in a startup environment