Roles and Responsibilities of a Company Secretary (CS)

A Company Secretary (CS) is a key managerial qualified responsible for ensuring that a company complies with applicable laws, maintains proper corporate records, follows good governance practices, and meets its statutory obligations.

In India, the role is primarily governed by the Companies Act, 2013, along with applicable rules and SEBI regulations for listed companies.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

1. Legal and Statutory Compliance

- Ensure compliance with the Companies Act, 2013.
- Monitor statutory filing deadlines with the Registrar of Companies (ROC).
- Ensure compliance with applicable rules, regulations and government requirements.
- Maintain statutory registers and records.

1. Board Meetings and General Meetings

- Organise Board of Directors meetings and Annual General Meetings (AGMs).
- Prepare meeting agendas and notices.
- Record and maintain minutes of meetings.
- Track Board resolutions and ensure appropriate follow-up.

1. ROC Filings and Documentation

- Prepare and file applicable statutory forms and annual returns.
- Coordinate the preparation of financial statements and annual reports.
- Maintain the company's incorporation documents and statutory registers.
- Track filing acknowledgements and compliance records.

1. Corporate Governance

- Advise the Board on governance practices and legal obligations.
- Promote transparency, accountability and ethical business conduct.




- Monitor compliance with applicable governance standards.
- Support the implementation of Board policies and procedures.

1. Shareholder and Investor Relations

- Handle shareholder queries and corporate communications.
- Coordinate share transfers and related records, where applicable.
- Support dividend-related compliance and investor disclosures.
- Coordinate with auditors, legal advisors and regulatory authorities.

1. Risk Management and Internal Controls

- Identify and report potential corporate compliance risks.
- Coordinate internal compliance reviews and audits.
- Monitor corrective actions for compliance gaps.
- Maintain a compliance calendar and report overdue obligations.

Additional skills preferred for a Company Secretary job
- Knowledge of the Companies Act, 2013.
- Corporate law and statutory compliance.
- Legal drafting and documentation.
- Board meeting procedures and ROC filings.
- Communication, analytical and organisational skills.

Qualification:
- To become a qualified Company Secretary (CS), a candidate must complete the professional course conducted by the Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI).
- Experience: 15-20 Years.
- Good verbal and written communication skills

Pay: ₹40,000.00 - ₹50,000.00 per month

Benefits

- Cell phone reimbursement
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off

Work Location: In person

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