Key Responsibilities

1.

Company

Secretarial (ComSec)

- Act as the Company Secretary (or designated compliance officer) for Albaugh India entities, ensuring compliance with the Companies Act, 2013, and applicable SEBI / MCA regulations.

- Manage statutory registers, minute books, and corporate records; ensure timely filing of annual returns, financial statements, and other ROC / MCA submissions.

- Coordinate board and shareholder meetings, including preparation of agendas, notices, minutes, and resolutions.

- Maintain and update corporate governance documentation; advise on director appointments, resignations, and related-party transactions.

- Liaise with the Registrar of Companies (ROC), Ministry of Corporate Affairs, and other statutory bodies as required.

2. Compliance &

- Regulatory

- Monitor and ensure compliance with FEMA (Foreign Exchange Management Act), RBI regulations, and other foreign investment reporting obligations.

- Track changes in Indian corporate law, labour law, and sector-specific regulations affecting Albaugh's India operations; advise the CAP legal team and local management on impact and required actions.

- Support the preparation and filing of FEMA returns, FLA returns, and other regulatory submissions.

- Assist in maintaining compliance calendars and risk registers for India operations.

3. Litigation, Recovery &

- Dispute Management

- Act as the primary internal coordinator for all litigation, arbitration, and recovery matters involving Albaugh India.

- Manage relationships with external lawyers and advocates; review engagement terms, monitor case progress, and ensure timely reporting to CAP legal leadership.





- Maintain a comprehensive litigation tracker, including case summaries, hearing schedules, and financial exposure.

- Support debt recovery efforts by coordinating with external counsel and internal finance / commercial teams.

- Advise on pre-litigation settlement strategies and document settlement agreements where appropriate.

4.

Commercial Legal

Support

- Review, draft, and negotiate commercial contracts, including supply agreements, distribution arrangements, NDAs, and service contracts.

- Provide legal support to the India commercial and operations teams on day-to-day contractual and transactional matters.

- Identify legal risks in commercial arrangements and propose practical mitigation measures.

- Support the CAP legal team on cross-border transactions and India-specific legal due diligence.

5.

Corporate

Governance &

- Internal Advisory

- Advise local management on corporate governance best practices and internal policy compliance.

- Support internal audits and investigations from a legal and compliance perspective.

- Assist in developing and updating standard form contracts, internal legal policies, and compliance guidelines for India operations.

6.

Knowledge

Management &

- Reporting

- Maintain organized legal files, contract databases,



and compliance trackers accessible to the CAP legal team.

- Provide regular updates to the CAP Legal Head on material litigation, regulatory changes, and significant commercial transactions.

- Contribute to CAP-wide legal reporting and risk assessments as required.

Qualifications &

- Experience

Education:

- Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) from a recognised Indian university; additional qualification in Company Secretaryship (ICSI) is highly preferred.

Experience:

- Minimum 2–4 years of post-qualification experience in a legal and/or company secretarial role, preferably within a multinational corporate environment or a reputable law firm with corporate / commercial practice.

- Demonstrated experience in handling ROC filings, MCA compliance, and FEMA matters independently.

- Proven track record of managing external counsel and coordinating litigation / recovery matters.

- Experience in drafting and negotiating commercial contracts in English.

Skills &

- Competencies:

- Strong working knowledge of the Companies Act, 2013, FEMA, and Indian contract law.

- Familiarity with Indian labor law, environmental regulations, and sector-specific compliance (agrochemical / chemical industry experience is a plus).

- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail; ability to manage multiple priorities in a lean team environment.

- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
- Hindi proficiency is advantageous.

- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, while maintaining close coordination with a remote CAP legal team.

- High integrity, discretion, and qualified judgment.

📌 Legal & Company Secretary (Mumbai)
🏢 Albaugh
📍 Mumbai