Company Secretary

Job Title: Company Secretary

Company: Neo Risk Management & Insurance Brokers Pvt Ltd.

Location: Lower Parel, Mumbai

About Us:

Neo Risk Management & Insurance Brokers Pvt Ltd. is a dynamic and growing insurance broking firm dedicated to providing comprehensive and innovative insurance solutions to our clients. We pride ourselves on our commitment to compliance, ethical practices, and client satisfaction.

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Company Secretary to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of post-qualification experience, preferably within the financial services or insurance sector, with a strong understanding of corporate governance, legal compliance, and secretarial practices. This role will be crucial in ensuring our adherence to all statutory and regulatory requirements, particularly those set by the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI), and managing legal agreements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Corporate Governance & Secretarial Compliance:
• Ensure compliance with all relevant provisions of the Companies Act, 2013, SEBI Regulations (if applicable), and other corporate laws.
• Prepare and circulate board meeting agendas, minutes, and resolutions.
• Manage statutory registers, records, and filings with the Registrar of Companies (RoC) and other authorities.
• Oversee annual general meetings (AGMs), extraordinary general meetings (EGMs), and other shareholder meetings.
• Ensure compliance with corporate governance best practices.
• IRDAI Compliance & Regulatory Affairs:
• Monitor and ensure strict adherence to all regulations, guidelines, circulars, and directives issued by IRDAI.
• Prepare and submit various periodical returns, reports, and filings to IRDAI.
• Keep abreast of changes in IRDAI regulations and advise the management on their implications.
• Facilitate and manage IRDAI inspections and audits.
• Legal Agreements & Documentation:
• Draft, review, and vet various legal agreements, contracts, and other legal documents, including client agreements, vendor contracts, partnership agreements, and employment contracts.
• Provide legal support and advice to various departments on contractual matters.
• Ensure proper execution and sealing of formal documents.
• Risk Management & Advisory:
• Identify potential legal and compliance risks and advise the board on mitigation strategies.
• Provide expert guidance to the management and board on corporate law, secretarial matters, and regulatory compliance.
• Liaison & Communication:
• Act as a primary point of contact for legal and regulatory authorities, including RoC, IRDAI, and other statutory bodies.
• Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, including directors, shareholders, legal counsel, and auditors.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Associate/Fellow Member of the Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI).
• Bachelor's degree in Law (LL.B.) is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 5 years of post-qualification experience as a Company Secretary, with significant exposure to corporate laws and regulatory compliance.
• Proven experience in handling legal agreements and contracts.
• In-depth knowledge of IRDAI regulations applicable to insurance brokers will be added advantage.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and statutory compliance software.

Skills & Competencies:

• Excellent understanding of corporate governance principles and practices.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal abilities.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and ethical conduct.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, managing multiple priorities effectively.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.

What We Offer:

• A challenging and rewarding role in a growing insurance broking firm.
• Opportunity to work with a dedicated and experienced team.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Professional growth and development opportunities.