Company Secretary

Job description

About Fibe (formerly Early Salary): Fibe is a leading consumer lending app in India, catering to young, tech-savvy, and aspirational consumers. It offers a range of financial products, including cash loans, and sector-specific loans in areas like healthcare, education, and green finance, making financial solutions more accessible. Fibe has grown rapidly and is now a market leader in serving middle-income and underserved groups. Recently upgraded to A- by CARE Ratings, Fibe has access to funding from major banks and NBFCs. With over 8 million loans disbursed, totaling Rs. 33,000 Cr+, Fibe is ISO/IEC 27001 certified for information security. • Winner of BW Festival of Fintech Lending Platform of the Year (Gold) and Fintech Brand of the Year (Silver) • ET Healthcare Awards 2024 - Excellence in Affordable Healthcare Financing • Entrepreneur 2024 Founder of The Year & Best Innovation in Financial Services • Winner of G20 Digital Innovation Alliance Best Startup in Fintech • Great Place to Work Certified Job Title: Company Secretary Experience: 7+ years Job location: Pune Core Responsibilities:- Compliance Oversight: • Ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and corporate governance standards related to the Applicable laws and process. • Draft and review legal documents, including prospectuses, offering memoranda, and board resolutions, to ensure accuracy and completeness. • Provide guidance to the board of directors and senior management on compliance issues and best practices related to the Corporate Laws. Board and Shareholder Relations: • Serve as the primary point of contact for the board of directors on corporate governance matters, including board meetings, resolutions, and regulatory filings. • Facilitate effective communication between the board, management, and shareholders, ensuring transparency and accountability • Coordinate shareholder meetings and proxy voting processes, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements, and facilitating constructive dialogue between shareholders and management. Corporate Recordkeeping and Documentation: • Maintain accurate and up-to-date corporate records, including minutes of board meetings, shareholder agreements, and other legal documents. • Organize and manage corporate documentation, ensuring easy access and retrieval for internal stakeholders, auditors, and regulatory authorities. • Implement and maintain electronic document management systems to streamline recordkeeping processes and enhance efficiency. Risk Management and Governance: • Identify and assess potential risks and compliance issues related to the fund raising process, developing mitigation strategies and corrective actions as needed. • Monitor changes in regulatory requirements and industry standards, proactively advising senior management on emerging issues and their potential impact on the company. • Promote a culture of corporate governance and ethical conduct within the organization, fostering compliance awareness and accountability at all levels. Must have Qualifications: • Bachelors degree in law, Finance, or a related field; Master's degree and/or professional certifications (e.g., ACS, ICSI) preferred. • Minimum of 7 years of experience as a Company Secretary, with a demonstrated track record of successfully managing fund raising and corporate governance matters. • Thorough knowledge of corporate law, securities regulations, and corporate governance principles. • Strong analytical skills and attention to detail, with the ability to review complex legal documents and financial information accurately. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with senior executives, board members, and external stakeholders. • Proven ability to work independently, prioritize tasks effectively, and meet tight deadlines in a fast paced and dynamic environment. • Proficiency in MS Office Suite and corporate governance software/tools; experience with electronic document management systems preferred