Company Secretary & Legal Counsel
Job Description:
1. Company Secretarial Duties:
- Ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements under the Companies Act and other relevant laws and regulations.
- Maintain and update statutory registers, records, and filings with the Registrar of Companies (ROC) and other regulatory authorities.
- Prepare and file necessary documents such as annual returns, board resolutions, and forms required under company law.
- Organize and manage board meetings, committee meetings, and general meetings, including drafting agendas, preparing minutes, and follow-up on action points.
- Provide guidance to the board of directors on corporate governance practices and compliance issues.
- Facilitate communication between the company and its shareholders, ensuring transparency and adherence to corporate governance norms.
- Advise on matters related to corporate restructuring, mergers, acquisitions, and other corporate actions.
2. Legal Responsibilities:
- Provide legal advice and support to the company on various legal issues, including contracts, agreements and commercial transactions.
- Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and legal documents and protect company's interests.
- Conduct legal research and analysis to stay updated on changes in laws and regulations.
- Assess legal risks and provide proactive advice to mitigate potential liabilities.
- Develop and implement legal policies, procedures, and compliance programs.
3. Compliance and Risk Management:
- Monitor and assess regulatory developments and changes in laws affecting the company's business.
- Develop and implement compliance programs to ensure adherence to applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies.
4. Stakeholder Management:
- Liaise with external stakeholders, including regulatory authorities, legal advisors, auditors, and government agencies, to represent the company's interests and resolve issues.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders, such as senior management, board of directors, and functional teams, to provide guidance and support on legal and compliance matters.
- Communicate effectively with stakeholders to ensure clarity and transparency regarding legal and regulatory requirements and the company's compliance efforts.
5. Continuous Learning and Development:
- Stay updated on developments in company law, corporate governance practices, and legal trends through continuous learning and professional development activities.
- Attend seminars, workshops, and training programs to enhance knowledge and skills relevant to the role of a company secretary and legal counsel.
- Share insights and best practices with colleagues and contribute to the overall knowledge sharing and learning culture within the organization.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Member of the Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) + LL.B from a recognized university.
- Minimum of 6 years of experience in corporate secretarial and legal roles, preferably in a corporate environment or law firm.
- In-depth knowledge of company law, corporate governance principles, and regulatory compliance requirements in India.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills, with the ability to interact effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
- Proven ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks simultaneously, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Sound judgment and integrity, with a commitment to upholding ethical standards and professional conduct.
At Daimler Truck, we promote diversity and foster an inclusive corporate culture. We value the individual strengths of our employees, as these lead to the best team performance and thus to the success of our company.
Inclusion and Equal opportunities are important to us – regardless of where you come from and who you are. We look forward to receiving applications from people of all cultures and genders, parents, people with disabilities and people from the LGBTIQ+ community.
