Company Secretary (3-8 yrs)

Company Overview:

Alert from 4S Advisory

Website: www.4sadvisory.com

We are supporting our client in the manufacturing sector to identify an experienced and qualified Company Secretary to oversee statutory compliance, lead IPO initiatives, and drive corporate governance processes. This is a high-impact leadership role based in Hyderabad.

Role Summary:

The Company Secretary will ensure the organization adheres to all applicable laws and regulatory requirements. The role requires a proactive individual with prior IPO exposure, strong understanding of corporate and securities laws, and the ability to work closely with board members, regulators, and cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities:

Secretarial & Compliance:

- Ensure ongoing compliance with the Companies Act, SEBI regulations, FEMA, and other statutory requirements.

- Schedule and manage Board, Committee, and General Meetings; draft notices, agendas, and detailed minutes.

- Maintain statutory registers, records, and filings with MCA, ROC, SEBI, NSE/BSE.

- Draft, review, and vet corporate and legal documentation, including resolutions, agreements, and disclosures.

IPO Management:

- Lead and manage the entire IPO process: from DRHP to listing, in coordination with investment bankers, legal advisors, auditors, and regulatory bodies.

- Prepare DRHP, RHP, and final prospectus; ensure accurate and timely filings with SEBI and exchanges.

- Coordinate due diligence processes and investor roadshows; manage regulatory communications and stakeholder disclosures.

Corporate Governance:

- Serve as a liaison between the Board of Directors and executive management.

- Implement and monitor robust corporate governance practices in line with legal and regulatory standards.

- Provide guidance on board responsibilities and regulatory obligations.

Legal & Regulatory Affairs:

- Liaise with external legal counsel, auditors, consultants, and regulators on legal and compliance matters.

- Offer legal advisory to internal departments on commercial, labor, and industry-specific laws.

- Ensure compliance with labor regulations, environmental laws, and other industry mandates relevant to manufacturing operations.

Qualifications & Skills:

- Mandatory: Associate Member of the Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ACS).

- Preferred: LLB or equivalent legal qualification.

- Proven experience in managing the IPO process from initiation to listing.

- Minimum 3 years of relevant post-qualification experience.

- Exposure to compliance and governance in the manufacturing industry is a plus.

- In-depth knowledge of corporate law, SEBI guidelines, listing regulations, and capital market operations.

- Strong drafting, communication, analytical, and stakeholder management skills.