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Qualifications: Qualified Company Secretary (CS) with membership in the Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI).A law degree (LLB) or knowledge of corporate law would be an added advantageFunction: Legal & SecretarialLocation: Mangalore, KarnatakaOrganization: A very large group with operations in Manufacturing, Fintech, Media etc.Position reports to: Group General Counsel & Company SecretaryJob Role Minimum Requirements: To ensure compliance with corporate governance, regulatory requirements, and legal frameworks across group companies, while supporting key corporate actions, advising management on legal risks, and facilitating efficient decision-making and statutory operations to safeguard the company's legal standing and operational integrity. Please apply only if you are willing to relocate to MANGALORE Roles and Responsibilities:Technical Knowledge:Corporate Law:Deep understanding of the Companies Act, 2013 (including all recent amendments).Expertise in corporate governance principles and compliance requirements for private, public, and listed companies.FEMA Regulations:Knowledge of the Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA), including handling FCGPR, FCTRS, and FLA/APR filings with the RBI.Intellectual Property Rights (IPR):Familiarity with managing IP portfolios, including registration, renewal, and compliance with IP laws.LLP Laws and Procedures:In-depth knowledge of Limited Liability Partnerships (LLP) regulations, including formation, compliance, and conversions to/from companies.Securities and Share Compliance:Expertise in managing shares, securities, and corporate actions (e.g., rights issue, buyback, transfer, transmission).Knowledge of statutory filings related to shares, dividends, and charges.Secretarial Audit & Compliance:Familiarity with secretarial audit processes and the ability to ensure compliance with Secretarial Standards.Winding Up/Closure:Understanding of procedures for winding up or fast-track closure of companies and LLPs.