Hughes - Company Secretary

Company Secretary Description

We are seeking a qualified and detail-oriented Company Secretary with 24 years of post-qualification experience in the Petrochemical, Plastics, or Rubber industry.

Responsibilities

The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring corporate governance compliance, regulatory filings, and board-level coordination, while supporting the companys legal and administrative Responsibilities (KRA):

• Ensure timely compliance with all statutory obligations under Companies Act, 2013, SEBI, FEMA, and other applicable regulations
• Draft, review, and maintain statutory records including minutes of Board, General, and Committee Meetings
• File necessary forms, returns, and documents with ROC, MCA, SEBI, and other regulatory authorities
• Manage secretarial work relating to board meetings, AGMs, and EGMs
• Maintain and update registers including Register of Members, Directors, Charges, etc.
• Ensure timely renewal of licenses, approvals, and corporate registrations
• Liaise with internal stakeholders, auditors, and government departments for inspections and compliance audits
• Handle legal and compliance matters related to joint ventures, MOUs, agreements, and contracts
• Draft resolutions, notices, and agendas for Board and shareholder meetings
• Support corporate restructuring, M&A, or investment processes if applicable
• Ensure compliance with industry-specific regulations relevant to petrochemical and plastic manufacturing
• Assist in corporate disclosures, investor communications, and annual report preparation
• Monitor changes in legal and regulatory environments and advise management Skillsets:
• Strong knowledge of Companies Act, SEBI Regulations, FEMA, and industrial laws
• Proficiency in handling secretarial software and MCA portal filings
• Excellent drafting and legal interpretation skills
• Strong understanding of compliance frameworks in the manufacturing sector
• Familiarity with environmental and industrial safety compliance (preferred)
• Strong organizational and documentation skills
• Good interpersonal and communication abilities
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and attention to Qualified Company Secretary (ACS)
• 2 to 4 years of post-qualification experience in a manufacturing setup, preferably petrochemicals, plastics, or rubber
  
  

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