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GM – Legal & Company SecretaryConfidential • Coimbatore, IN
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GM – Legal & Company Secretary

GM – Legal & Company Secretary

Confidential • Coimbatore, IN
2 days ago
Job description

Job Title : General Manager – Legal & Company Secretary

Location : Gurgaon

Reporting To : CFO

Industry : Retail

Role Overview

The GM – Legal & Company Secretary will oversee all legal, compliance, and corporate governance functions for a leading retail brand with pan-India operations. The role requires a deep understanding of retail business complexities—store operations, leases, vendor contracts, consumer laws, and regulatory requirements. The position will act as a key strategic advisor to the leadership team and ensure the organization operates with strong legal discipline and governance excellence.

Key Responsibilities

1. Corporate Governance & Secretarial Functions

  • Ensure compliance with Companies Act, SEBI, FEMA, Shop & Establishment Act, and all applicable retail-related laws.
  • Manage all Board, Committee, and Shareholder meetings — preparation of agenda, minutes, resolutions, statutory registers.
  • Maintain timely ROC filings and ensure adherence to governance norms.
  • Advise management and the Board on regulatory updates, risk exposure, and compliance obligations.
  • Liaison with regulators, statutory bodies, and external stakeholders.

2. Legal Advisory for Retail Business

  • Provide legal oversight on retail operations including store openings, closures, licenses, and compliance.
  • Draft and negotiate agreements related to leases, franchise, vendors, marketing, logistics, ecommerce, technology, and partnerships.
  • Address consumer complaints, legal notices, and ensure compliance with the Consumer Protection Act.
  • Drive compliance for retail policies including POS, data privacy, pricing disclosures, and product / packaging regulatory norms.
  • 3. Lease & Property Management

  • Lead all commercial lease negotiations for stores, warehouses, and offices.
  • Ensure timely renewals, compliance with lease terms, property documentation, and dispute resolution with landlords.
  • Support expansion teams with strong legal risk evaluation for new site acquisitions.
  • 4. Litigation & Dispute Management

  • Manage litigation across consumer forums, labour matters, property disputes, and regulatory bodies.
  • Coordinate with external law firms and legal counsel.
  • Develop strategies for efficient and cost-effective resolution.
  • 5. Risk, Compliance & Process Excellence

  • Identify legal risks specific to multi-store retail operations and implement strong controls.
  • Conduct internal compliance audits for stores and backend operations.
  • Train store teams on legal awareness — leases, local laws, consumer handling, etc.
  • Implement standardized legal templates and workflows across regions.
  • 6. Strategic Business Partnering

  • Work closely with leadership on expansion, M&A, key partnerships, and strategic initiatives.
  • Provide practical, business-friendly legal solutions that support growth while ensuring governance discipline.
  • Serve as a trusted advisor to CXOs and business heads.
  • Skills & Competencies

  • Strong understanding of retail industry laws, store operations, and commercial real estate.
  • Excellent expertise in contracts, negotiations, and dispute management.
  • High integrity, judgement, and risk awareness.
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Ability to work in fast-paced, multi-location retail environments.
  • Proactive, practical, and solution-oriented approach.
  • Qualifications & Experience

  • LLB + Company Secretary (CS) – both mandatory
  • 12–18 years of experience in Legal & Secretarial roles, with strong exposure to retail, consumer-facing, or multi-location businesses.
  • Proven experience in handling Board processes, commercial agreements, leases, and regulatory compliance.
  • Prior experience in leading legal strategy for large-format or omni-channel retail preferred.
  • Why Join Us?

  • Opportunity to work with one of India’s most respected retail brands.
  • High strategic visibility and influence across business functions.
  • Key role in shaping legal strategy and enabling retail expansion across India.
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