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Job Title:Company Secretary Location:Chennai Job Type:Full-time, Permanent Job Summary:The Company Secretary is responsible for ensuring that the organization complies with standard financial and legal practices and maintains high standards of corporate governance. This role involves providing advice to the Board of Directors, managing company records, and ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements. Key Responsibilities: Convene and service annual general meetings (AGMs) and other company meetings (producing agendas, taking minutes, conveying decisions, handling meeting correspondence, etc.). Provide legal, financial, and strategic advice to the Board of Directors. Oversee policies, ensuring they are up to date and referred to the appropriate committee for approval. Maintain statutory books, including registers of members, directors, and secretaries. Deal with correspondence, collate information, and write reports, ensuring decisions made are communicated to relevant company stakeholders. Contribute to meeting discussions and advise members on legal, governance, accounting, and tax implications of proposed policies. Monitor changes in relevant legislation and the regulatory environment and take appropriate action. Ensure the company complies with all applicable codes, in addition to its legal and statutory requirements. Manage office space and personnel administration, including training, appraisals, and disciplining staff. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in law, Business Administration, or related field. Professional certification (e.g., ICSI for India) is preferred. Proven experience as a Company Secretary or similar role. In-depth knowledge of corporate governance, company law, and regulatory requirements. Excellent organizational and communication skills. Strong attention to detail and ability to handle confidential information. Skills: Legal and financial acumen. Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities. Proficiency in using office software and tools. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with senior executives and board members.