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Urgent : Company Secretary

Urgent : Company Secretary

Third Wave CoffeeBengaluru, Karnataka, India
15 hours ago
Job description

Job Summary :

We are looking for a dynamic and qualified Company Secretary with experience in commercial contracts and retail leasing to join our Legal & Compliance team. This role is ideal for a proactive legal professional who thrives in a fast-paced, consumer-focused environment. You will be responsible for ensuring corporate governance, managing statutory compliance, and supporting commercial and leasing functions across our F&B retail operations.

Key Responsibilities :

Company Secretarial :

  • Ensure end-to-end compliance with the Companies Act, 2013 & RBI & FEMA related regulations.
  • Manage board and shareholder meetings, including drafting agendas, investor relations, notices and minutes.
  • Maintain statutory registers, records, and oversee timely MCA filings.
  • Coordinate annual filings, ROC submissions, and ensure compliance with Secretarial Standards.
  • Assist in drafting and maintaining group-level policies and charters.

Commercial Contracts :

  • Draft, review, and negotiate a broad spectrum of commercial contracts including :
  • Supply and vendor agreements
  • Franchise / brand collaboration agreements
  • Technology and service contracts
  • Consultancy and marketing arrangements
  • Partner with procurement, marketing, operations, and finance teams to support business requirements while ensuring contractual risk mitigation.
  • Monitor contractual obligations, renewal dates, and performance triggers.
  • Retail Leasing :

  • Lead legal support for leasing of retail stores / cafés across India including :
  • Drafting and negotiating LOIs, lease deeds, leave & license agreements, renewals, amendments, and termination notices.
  • Reviewing property title documents and coordinating with external counsel for due diligence.
  • Ensuring compliance with municipal and local real estate laws and licensing requirements.
  • Maintain a centralized lease tracker and manage end-to-end documentation and compliance.

    Candidate Profile :

  • Qualified Company Secretary (ICSI); LL.B. is an added advantage
  • 4–6 years of relevant experience, preferably in an F&B retail or multi-location consumer business
  • Hands-on experience in handling commercial contracts and retail leasing
  • Strong knowledge of Companies Act, contract law and real estate laws
  • Excellent drafting, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
  • High attention to detail, organizational ability, and a problem-solving mindset
  • Ability to work independently and cross-functionally in a dynamic business environment.
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    Company Secretary • Bengaluru, Karnataka, India