Company Secretary cum Legal Associate

Company Overview

The Man Company is a digitally native brand with an omnichannel presence, offering a comprehensive range of grooming essentials for the modern gentleman. Established in 2015, the company aims to provide a “Wow” experience to men seeking to improve themselves, emphasizing the importance of grooming as part of daily progress. With a strong focus on high-quality products and a dedicated team, The Man Company connects with millions of consumers daily and fosters a culture of innovation, opportunity, and challenge.

Job Summary

The Company Secretary cum Legal Associate will be responsible for ensuring compliance with statutory requirements under various laws, managing legal and secretarial functions, and providing legal advice on corporate matters. This role plays a vital part in maintaining corporate governance, managing legal risks, and supporting organizational growth through legal and compliance excellence.

Responsibilities

• Ensure regular compliance under the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013, FEMA, RBI, and other applicable laws.
• Convene and conduct meetings of the Board, its Committees, and General Meetings, ensuring proper documentation and adherence to statutory requirements.
• Provide opinions and advice on various sections of the Companies Act, 2013, FEMA, and related laws.
• Maintain secretarial and legal records, including statutory books and registers, both electronically and in hard copy.
• Draft and vet various agreements and contracts such as Shareholders’ Agreements, Share Purchase Agreements, etc.
• Liaise with government authorities like ROC, RBI, and banks for compliance and legal matters.
• Participate in funding rounds and acquisitions, providing legal support and due diligence.
• Formulate and manage ESOP policies to align with organizational goals.
• Implement and oversee compliance programs within the organization, including maintaining an online compliance checklist covering Consumer Protection, Legal Metrology, Food Safety, Labour Laws, etc.
• Ensure timely reporting of all statutory compliance obligations.
• Develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and finalize corporate governance policies such as POSH, Anti-bribery, Anti-corruption, and Code of Conduct.
• Manage contract management including manufacturing agreements, courier service agreements, investment agreements, lease deeds, and marketing agreements.
• Draft and vet notices, affidavits, indemnity bonds, and other legal documents.
• Handle registration under Intellectual Property Rights, including trademarks.
• Advise on pre-litigation risk analysis and manage litigation related to employment disputes, trademark issues, e-commerce, etc.
• Work with outside counsel and initiate legal proceedings to address legal issues effectively.

Qualifications

• Qualified Company Secretary (CS)
• Degree in Law (LLB)
• Relevant experience in corporate law, compliance, and secretarial functions
• Knowledge of corporate governance, legal drafting, and statutory compliance
• Familiarity with funding transactions and acquisitions
• Experience in contract management and litigation management
• Educational qualifications: CS and LLB

Preferred Skills

• Prior experience in D2C (Direct-to-Consumer) industry (preferred but not mandatory)
• Strong analytical and risk assessment skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in legal research and documentation
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Knowledge of Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) registration processes

Experience

• 2 to 4 years of relevant experience in corporate law, compliance, secretarial functions, or legal advisory roles.

Environment

• The role is based in Gurugram.
• The work environment involves office-based work with potential for remote collaboration.
• The position requires adherence to corporate office hours and may involve occasional travel for legal or compliance matters.

Salary

• Not specified

GrowthOpportunities

• Opportunities for career advancement within the legal and compliance functions.
• Potential to grow into senior legal advisory or corporate governance roles.

Benefits

• Not specified