Company Secretary

Job Title: Company Secretary

Location: Hyderabad

Employment Type: Full-time

Department: Legal & Corporate Governance

About NxtWave

NxtWave is a forward-thinking ed-tech startup revolutionizing education through innovation and technology. We empower students and professionals with industry-relevant, digital-age skills to thrive in the modern economy.

As we continue to scale rapidly, we are looking for a seasoned Company Secretary with a strong background in corporate governance, legal compliance, and strategic advisory . This individual will be pivotal in ensuring that NxtWave operates with integrity, compliance, and excellence while enabling its long-term growth and sustainability.

Role Overview

The Company Secretary will play a strategic leadership role , serving as a key link between the Board of Directors and senior management . You will ensure that the organization complies with all legal, regulatory, and governance requirements while proactively managing risks and advising on corporate strategy.

This position demands a meticulous and proactive professional who can balance traditional company secretarial responsibilities with strategic legal and business advisory functions in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

⚖️ Key Responsibilities

• Corporate Secretarial & Governance
• Ensure full compliance with the Companies Act, SEBI, FEMA, and other applicable corporate laws.
• Maintain a compliance calendar for timely filings and disclosures with ROC and MCA, adhering to ICSI Secretarial Standards.
• Organize and manage Board Meetings, AGMs, and Committee Meetings, including agenda preparation, minutes, resolutions, and statutory filings.
• Advise the Board and management on governance best practices, director duties, and regulatory obligations.
• Facilitate communication with shareholders, investors, and regulatory authorities.
• Maintain and update statutory registers (Members, Directors, Charges, Shareholding, etc.) in compliance with audit requirements.
• Legal & Regulatory Management
• Contract Management: Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of agreements (MoUs, vendor, client, and partnership contracts), ensuring protection of NxtWave’s legal and commercial interests.
• M&A and Strategic Transactions: Lead due diligence, deal structuring, and documentation for mergers, acquisitions, and fundraising. Manage investor relations and ensure compliance with VC/PE regulations.
• Dispute Resolution & Litigation: Oversee litigation, arbitration, and dispute resolution with external counsel. Ensure swift and effective closure with minimal business disruption.
• FEMA Compliance: Oversee cross-border transactions and investments, ensuring compliance with FEMA and related RBI regulations for inbound/outbound operations.
• Strategic & Leadership Responsibilities
• Regulatory Advisory: Keep leadership informed about evolving legal frameworks, SEBI/FEMA changes, and corporate governance trends.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Partner with HR, Finance, Operations, Marketing, and Product teams to ensure legal compliance across functions.
• Training & Compliance Culture: Conduct periodic legal and compliance training sessions, promoting ethical awareness and a culture of governance.
• Corporate Restructuring: Provide legal support for corporate restructuring, new incorporations, mergers, joint ventures, and business expansion initiatives.
  
  

🎓 Desired Qualifications & Skills

• Qualified Company Secretary (CS) from the Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI).
• LLB/LLM from a reputed university with a strong academic record.
• 1+ years of experience in a corporate secretarial and legal capacity, preferably within technology, education, or startup environments.
• Comprehensive understanding of:
• Corporate Governance & Secretarial Standards (ICSI)
• SEBI and FEMA regulations
• Contract Law and Commercial Negotiations
• Labor and Employment Laws
• Intellectual Property and Regulatory Compliance
• Strong analytical, advisory, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced, high-growth environment with a proactive and solution-oriented mindset.
• Excellent communication, drafting, and leadership abilities.
  
  

🌟 Why Join NxtWave?

• Innovative Impact: Contribute to an organization transforming education and empowering millions of learners.
• Growth Opportunities: Accelerate your career in a high-growth, entrepreneurial environment.
• Strategic Role: Play a key part in shaping NxtWave’s legal, compliance, and governance frameworks.
• Rewarding Culture: Work in a collaborative, forward-thinking team with competitive compensation and growth-oriented leadership.