COMPLIANCE AND LEGAL OFFICER

Job Title: Compliance & Legal Manager

Location: Cochin (Kochi), Kerala
Experience: 5–6 Years
Qualification: Company Secretary (CS) + LLB (Mandatory)

Job Summary

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Compliance & Legal Manager to oversee corporate compliances, legal governance, and statutory obligations of the company. The role requires strong expertise in Companies Act, corporate laws, regulatory compliance, and legal documentation, along with the ability to coordinate with regulators, consultants, and internal stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

Corporate & Secretarial Compliance

• Ensure compliance under Companies Act, 2013, SEBI (if applicable), FEMA, and other applicable corporate laws.
• Manage ROC filings, MCA compliances, annual returns, and event-based compliances.
• Draft and maintain Board resolutions, minutes, agendas, and statutory registers.
• Organize and coordinate Board Meetings, Committee Meetings, and General Meetings.
• Liaise with ROC, MCA, regulators, auditors, and external consultants.

Legal & Contract Management

• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, MOUs, NDAs, SLAs, and legal notices.
• Provide legal advisory support to management on business transactions and risk mitigation.
• Handle litigation matters by coordinating with external counsels and law firms.
• Monitor compliance with labour laws, commercial laws, and local/state regulations.

Regulatory & Risk Management

• Ensure adherence to statutory, regulatory, and internal compliance frameworks.
• Identify legal and compliance risks and implement preventive controls.
• Support internal and external audits related to legal and compliance matters.
• Maintain legal MIS, compliance trackers, and documentation records.

Required Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of Company Law, Corporate Governance, and Legal Compliance.
• Excellent drafting, documentation, and interpretation skills.
• Experience in handling regulatory filings and legal audits.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and deadlines.
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications & Experience

• Company Secretary (CS) – Mandatory
• LLB Degree – Mandatory
• 5–6 years of relevant experience in compliance and legal roles
• Experience in manufacturing, corporate, or service industry preferred

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹30,000.00 - ₹80,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person