Lead - Company Secretary

About 5paisa Capital Ltd.:

5paisa Capital Ltd. stands at the forefront of India's fintech revolution, offering a comprehensive digital platform for retail investors and traders. With a commitment to democratizing financial services, 5paisa provides a suite of products including Stocks, Futures & Options, Mutual Funds, IPOs, all accessible through user-friendly mobile applications and web platforms. Today 5paisa is a go-to platform for serious traders and investors.

Role Overview:

We are seeking a dynamic, highly experienced professional to lead the Company Secretarial function at 5paisa. The incumbent will play a pivotal role in strengthening corporate governance, regulatory compliance, membership compliance as a QSB, and Board effectiveness. This position will be instrumental in upholding the company's reputation, ensuring regulatory readiness, and advising on strategic corporate initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Corporate Governance & Board Advisory

• Act as the primary advisor to the Board of Directors and its Committees on corporate governance, fiduciary duties, and evolving regulatory requirements.

• End-to-end management of Board and Committee meetings: drafting agendas, preparing notices and detailed minutes, ensuring circulation and approvals within defined timelines.

• Ensure timely, accurate disclosures and communications with stock exchanges and regulatory bodies in line with SEBI LODR, Companies Act, and QSB-specific guidelines.

2. Regulatory Compliance & Secretarial Functions

• Ensure ongoing compliance with:

o Companies Act, 2013

o SEBI Regulations (LODR, PIT, SAST, ICDR, QSB circulars, etc.)

o FEMA and allied regulations

o Listing Agreements and Stock Exchange Regulations

• Manage all MCA, SEBI, NSE, BSE, and RBI filings within prescribed timelines.

• Maintain statutory registers and ensure seamless compliance during audits, inspections, and regulatory reviews.

• Act as a custodian for corporate documents, records, and critical legal filings.

3. QSB (Qualified Stock Broker) Membership Compliance

• Lead all compliance initiatives related to 5paisa's obligations as a SEBI-designated QSB.

• Ensure adherence to enhanced governance norms, cyber security, risk management, financial soundness, and operational compliance requirements applicable to QSBs.

• Prepare and file all necessary reports, certifications, and responses under QSB regulations.

• Engage proactively with SEBI, stock exchanges, and other regulatory bodies during QSB-specific inspections, audits, and compliance reviews.4. Policy Frameworks & Risk Management

• Develop, implement, and periodically review internal policies including:

o Code of Conduct

o Insider Trading Code

o POSH Policy

o Whistleblower Policy

• Identify governance risks and propose proactive mitigation strategies.

5. Leadership & Cross-functional Collaboration

• Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing Company Secretary and Compliance team.

• Work closely with Legal, Compliance, Finance, Risk, and Business leadership to align governance practices with business growth.

• Represent 5paisa in regulatory meetings, industry forums, and conferences.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Qualified Company Secretary (Member of ICSI) is mandatory.

• LLB/LLM qualification or MBA (Finance/Corporate Law) preferred.

• Minimum 12-15 years of post-qualification experience, including 5 years in a listed company, preferably in BFSI, fintech, or NBFC sectors.

• Deep experience handling SEBI, NSE, BSE, MCA, and QSB-related compliance obligations.

• Proven track record of managing Board processes, strategic corporate governance, and regulatory interface.

Skills & Competencies:

• Deep technical expertise in company law, securities law, listing regulations, and QSB compliance requirements.

• High standards of integrity, ethical conduct, and confidentiality.

• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.

• Ability to think strategically while delivering operational excellence.

• Resilience and agility in navigating regulatory complexities in a fast-paced, digital-first environment.

What's in it for You?

• Be at the strategic forefront of corporate governance in one of India's leading QSBs.

• Influence Board-level decision-making and regulatory positioning.

• Work in a high-impact, high-visibility leadership role with long-term career growth opportunities.