Company Secretary

Position : Company SecretaryLocation : Chennai (ECR - Neelangarai)Role Overview:The Company Secretary will support the Legal & Compliance function in ensuring that the organization adheres to statutory and regulatory obligations. This role will focus on maintaining corporate governance standards, managing compliance processes, and assisting with documentation related to the Companies Act, FEMA, and RBI guidelines.You will work closely with the senior leadership team, board members, and other departments to ensure the organization operates within the legal framework while advancing its social and business objectives.Key Responsibilities1. Statutory & Regulatory Compliance- Assist in maintaining compliance under the Companies Act, 2013, FEMA, and RBI regulations. - Support preparation and filing of ROC returns, board resolutions, disclosures, and event-based filings. - Maintain statutory registers, minutes books, and other secretarial records. - Monitor regulatory updates and assist in implementing new compliance requirements.2. Fundraising & Due Diligence Support- Help coordinate fundraising compliance activities under the Companies Act and FEMA. - Prepare and maintain documentation for investor due diligence. - Liaise with auditors, legal advisors, and investors during compliance checks and audits.3. Contract & Documentation Management- Support in drafting, reviewing, and tracking agreements such as NDAs, vendor contracts, MoUs, and service agreements. - Maintain a centralized repository of contracts and ensure periodic review and renewal. - Assist in legal correspondence and record-keeping for audits and reviews.4. Corporate Governance & Board Support- Prepare board and committee meeting agendas, minutes, and resolutions. - Ensure proper documentation, approvals, and filing of board actions. - Assist in developing and monitoring corporate governance practices in line with best standards.5. Strategic & Policy Support- Support implementation of internal compliance frameworks, ethics, and governance policies. - Assist in compliance tracking, MIS reporting, and internal audit coordination. - Contribute to policy development aligning business goals with regulatory standards.Key Skills & Competencies- Strong understanding of Company Law, FEMA, and RBI compliance. - Good knowledge of corporate filings and secretarial procedures. - Analytical thinking, attention to detail, and strong documentation skills. - Excellent verbal and written communication. - Proficiency in MS Office and compliance tools. - Ethical, proactive, and organized work approach.Qualifications- Graduate in Commerce, Law, or related field. - Company Secretary (CS) Executive / Professional level qualified or pursuing. - 2–6 years of experience in company secretarial or compliance roles. - Exposure to social enterprise, NGO, or startup ecosystem preferred.About us :Avtar enables high-growth organizations to focus sharply on effective and sustainable talent strategies to make the workplace more inclusive —where people feel valued, engaged, and empowered to drive business success. A strong workplace culture is the foundation of an organization’s success. When individuals feel seen, heard, and aligned with their purpose, they bring their best selves to work—fueling innovation, collaboration, and growth. A truly dynamic workplace isn’t just about policies—it’s about fostering an environment where people flourish, ideas thrive, and businesses achieve sustainable success.Websitehttp://www.avtarinc.com