Company Secretary – 2+ Years Post Qualification Experience (PQE) at Zolvit (formerly Vakilsearch) · Bengaluru (Bangalore) · 2 - 4 years · ₹5L - ₹15L / yr · Profitable · Posted 5 Mar 2026
Company Secretary – 2+ Years Post Qualification Experience (PQE)
Key Responsibilities:
Regulatory Compliance & Governance
Ensure end-to-end compliance with the Companies Act, 2013, FEMA, Securities Laws, and all other applicable laws and regulations.
Prepare, file, and maintain all statutory records, registers, and returns in a timely and accurate manner.
Conduct and document compliance audits to assess adherence to statutory requirements.
Stay updated with amendments to laws, rules, and regulations, and proactively adapt company practices.
Board & Committee Support
Organize and manage Board Meetings, Committee Meetings (Audit, Nomination & Remuneration, CSR, etc.), and General Meetings (GMs).
Draft agendas, circulate notices, prepare board notes, liaise with directors, and record/document minutes accurately.
Advise the Board and committees on compliance, governance, and legal implications of key business decisions.
Assist the Board in implementation of best corporate governance practices.
Shareholder & Investor Relations
Maintain the company’s statutory registers and records relating to shareholding.
Handle shareholder queries, grievances, and communications promptly.
Coordinate dividend distribution, rights/bonus issues, transmission and transfer of shares, and corporate action processes.
Legal & Corporate Documentation
Draft, vet, and review contracts, agreements, policies, and other corporate documents.
Safeguard the company’s legal interests by advising on matters such as mergers, acquisitions, restructuring, or capital raising (if applicable).
Maintain records of significant policies and ensure periodic reviews.
Liaison & External Relations
Act as the primary point of contact between the company and regulatory/government authorities or external agencies such as ROC, RBI, MCA, RTA etc.
Maintain professional networks with peers, regulators, and industry associations to ensure timely guidance and support in compliance-related queries.
Interface with auditors, legal advisors, and consultants for statutory and compliance matters.
HR Compliance & Coordination
Ensure compliance with applicable HR and labour laws including the Shops and Establishment Act, Payment of Wages Act, Employees’ Provident Funds & Miscellaneous Provisions Act, Employees’ State Insurance Act, and other relevant statutes.
Coordinate with the HR department to align statutory requirements with company policies and practices.
Monitor timely submission of statutory returns related to payroll, provident fund, gratuity, professional tax, etc.
Facilitate secretarial audits that encompass HR compliance aspects.
Provide guidance on governance-related HR matters to the Board and leadership.

About Zolvit (formerly Vakilsearch)
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India's Largest Online Platform For Legal, Tax and Compliance Services. - https://t.co/f4giVXnWD7
About Vakilsearch
Vakilsearch is India's largest online legal, tax and compliance provider. Vakilsearch, through its products and end-to-end workflow automation journey has revolutionized how Start-ups/ Small & Medium Enterprises register, seamlessly run and comply with Government regulations. On our mission to provide one-click access to individuals and businesses for all their legal and professional needs, we have helped over 4 Lac start-ups/ small and medium enterprises to date.
Visit us on www.vakilsearch.com
Vakilsearch in recent news: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/funding/incorp-india-invests-10-million-in-vakilsearch/articleshow/87352272.cms
Vakilsearch is a people-first organisation that thrives on the enthusiasm of our team to execute our mission to the satisfaction of our customers. Towards this end, we stress on creating an optimal work-life balance and inculcating a strong sense of team spirit that stems from enthusiasm and good vibes. When you work at Vakilsearch, you don't just become an employee, you become family, and we always coalesce around each other to ensure a strong sense of family.
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