Job Description
<p style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">Here's a comprehensive <b>Job Description (JD)</b> for the <b>Manager / Sr. Manager – Company Secretary & Legal</b> position at <b>BDR Pharmaceuticals and its Group Companies</b>:</span></span></span></p>
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<p style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><b>Job Title:</b></span></span></span></p>
<p style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><b>Manager / Sr. Manager – Company Secretary & Legal</b></span></span></span></p>
<p style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><b>Location: </b>Mumbai, India</span></span></span></p>
<p style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><b>Experience: </b>10+ years</span></span></span></p>
<p style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><b>Reports To: </b>Executive Directory</span></span></span></p>
<p style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><b>Company Overview:</b></span></span></span></p>
<p style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><b>BDR Pharmaceuticals and its Group Companies</b> are leading players in the pharmaceutical sector, dedicated to innovation, regulatory excellence, and compliance. As we continue our growth trajectory, we seek a <b>Manager / Senior Manager – Company Secretary & Legal</b> to oversee corporate governance, and legal affairs for the entire group.</span></span></span></p>
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<p style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><b>Key Responsibilities:</b></span></span></span></p>
<p style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><b>1. Corporate Governance & Secretarial Compliance:</b></span></span></span></p>
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<li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list 36.0pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">Ensure compliance with the <b>Companies Act, 2013</b>, SEBI regulations, and other applicable laws.</span></span></span></span></li>
<li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list 36.0pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">Conduct and manage <b>Board Meetings, Committee Meetings, and General Meetings</b>, including preparation of agendas, minutes, and resolutions.</span></span></span></span></li>
<li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list 36.0pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">Maintain <b>Statutory Registers, Records, and Filings</b> as per MCA & ROC requirements.</span></span></span></span></li>
<li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list 36.0pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">Handle <b>Annual Returns, Secretarial Audits, and other corporate filings</b>.</span></span></span></span></li>
<li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list 36.0pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">Ensure <b>timely compliance with all statutory obligations</b> under the Companies Act and allied regulations.</span></span></span></span></li>
<li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list 36.0pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">Ensure <b>adherence to corporate governance best practices</b> within the group companies.</span></span></span></span></li>
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<p style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><b>2. Legal & Regulatory Affairs:</b></span></span></span></p>
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<li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list 36.0pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">Provide <b>legal advisory services</b> to the business on contracts, corporate transactions, and regulatory issues.</span></span></span></span></li>
<li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list 36.0pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">Draft, review, and negotiate <b>agreements, contracts, MOUs, and legal documents</b>.</span></span></span></span></li>
<li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list 36.0pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">Manage <b>legal compliance</b> across all business functions, including manufacturing, sales, and operations.</span></span></span></span></li>
<li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list 36.0pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">Handle <b>litigation matters</b>, coordinate with external legal counsels, and represent the company in legal proceedings.</span></span></span></span></li>
<li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list 36.0pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">Ensure compliance with <b>labor laws, employment regulations, and other statutory requirements</b>.</span></span></span></span></li>
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<p style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><b>3. Mergers, Acquisitions & Corporate Restructuring:</b></span></span></span></p>
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<li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list 36.0pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">Assist in <b>corporate restructuring, M&A, joint ventures, and due diligence</b> activities.</span></span></span></span></li>
<li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list 36.0pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">Ensure <b>compliance with FDI, FEMA, and other regulatory frameworks</b> related to corporate transactions.</span></span></span></span></li>
<li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list 36.0pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">Provide legal support for <b>capital raising, investor relations, and business expansion</b> initiatives.</span></span></span></span></li>
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<p style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><b>4. Risk Management & Compliance:</b></span></span></span></p>
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<li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list 36.0pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">Identify <b>legal risks</b> and propose mitigation strategies.</span></span></span></span></li>
<li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list 36.0pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">Implement and monitor <b>internal policies, procedures, and risk management frameworks</b>.</span></span></span></span></li>
<li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list 36.0pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">Work closely with the Finance & HR teams to <b>ensure ethical corporate practices</b> and compliance.</span></span></span></span></li>
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<p style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><b>5. Coordination with External Stakeholders:</b></span></span></span></p>
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<li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list 36.0pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">Liaise with <b>Regulatory Bodies, External Legal Counsels, Auditors, Consultants, and Industry Associations</b>.</span></span></span></span></li>
<li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list 36.0pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">Represent the company in <b>legal forums, tribunals, and government agencies</b>.</span></span></span></span></li>
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<p style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><b>Key Skills & Competencies:</b></span></span></span></p>
<p style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:"Segoe UI Symbol",sans-serif">✔</span> <b>Expertise in Corporate Laws</b> (Companies Act, SEBI, FEMA, RBI, IPR, and other regulatory frameworks).<br />
<span style="font-family:"Segoe UI Symbol",sans-serif">✔</span> <b>Strong knowledge of Litigation & Contracts Management</b>.<br />
<span style="font-family:"Segoe UI Symbol",sans-serif">✔</span> <b>Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills</b>.<br />
<span style="font-family:"Segoe UI Symbol",sans-serif">✔</span> <b>Detail-oriented and highly organized</b> in handling compliance and governance matters.<br />
<span style="font-family:"Segoe UI Symbol",sans-serif">✔</span> <b>Strategic mindset</b> with the ability to foresee legal risks and recommend proactive solutions.<br />
<span style="font-family:"Segoe UI Symbol",sans-serif">✔</span> <b>Ability to work with cross-functional teams</b> and manage multiple stakeholders.<br />
<span style="font-family:"Segoe UI Symbol",sans-serif">✔</span> <b>Experience in handling M&A transactions, IPOs, and corporate restructuring (preferred)</b>.</span></span></span></p>
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<p style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><b>Qualifications & Experience:</b></span></span></span></p>
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<li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list 36.0pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><b>Qualified Company Secretary (CS)</b> from <b>ICSI</b> (Institute of Company Secretaries of India).</span></span></span></span></li>
<li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list 36.0pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><b>LLB (Bachelor of Law)</b> / <b>LLM (Master of Law)</b> will be an added advantage.</span></span></span></span></li>
<li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list 36.0pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><b>10+ years</b> of experience in a similar role, preferably in the <b>pharmaceutical, healthcare, or manufacturing industry</b>.</span></span></span></span></li>
<li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list 36.0pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">Experience handling <b>multiple group companies</b> and diverse business operations.</span></span></span></span></li>
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<p style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><b>Why Join Us?</b></span></span></span></p>
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<li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list 36.0pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">Opportunity to <b>lead the secretarial and legal functions</b> of a reputed <b>pharmaceutical group</b>.</span></span></span></span></li>
<li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list 36.0pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">Work in a <b>highly dynamic environment</b> with exposure to complex corporate and legal matters.</span></span></span></span></li>
<li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list 36.0pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">Be part of <b>strategic decision-making</b> and <b>corporate governance at the highest level</b>.</span></span></span></span></li>
<li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list 36.0pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">Competitive compensation and growth opportunities within the organization.</span></span></span></span></li>
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