This role is responsible for enhancing the organization’s compliance framework to support future debt and equity listings. The candidate will work closely with a compliance team of 5 members and report to the AVP Compliance, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and corporate governance standards for both the flagship company and group entities.
Key Responsibilities
Regulatory Compliance:
- Ensure adherence to applicable SEBI regulations, Companies Act, listing guidelines, and industry standards.
- Monitor changes in laws and regulations, specifically related to debt and equity listings, and update internal policies accordingly.
- Assist in regulatory reporting, filing returns, and coordinating with SEBI, stock exchanges, and other regulatory authorities.
- Prepare documentation required for listing approvals and ongoing compliance.
Policy Implementation:
- Develop, implement, and periodically update internal compliance and governance policies.
- Conduct training sessions for employees on regulatory compliance, corporate governance, and listing obligations.
- Ensure timely dissemination and understanding of policy updates across the organization.
Listing Readiness and Coordination:
- Support the organization in preparing for debt and equity listing by ensuring all compliance documentation is in order.
- Coordinate with legal, finance, and external advisors (merchant bankers, auditors, etc.) to meet pre-listing requirements.
- Assist in drafting offer documents, disclosure materials, and other listing-related paperwork.
Cross-Functional Collaboration:
- Act as a liaison between compliance, legal, finance, and operations teams to maintain smooth workflows and ensure consistent compliance practices.
- Facilitate communication to resolve compliance bottlenecks and manage team workloads effectively.
Audits and Reviews:
- Assist in preparing for internal and external audits related to regulatory compliance and corporate governance.
- Conduct periodic compliance reviews to identify potential risks, gaps, and areas for improvement.
- Ensure timely closure of audit findings and implement corrective measures.
Risk Management:
- Identify potential compliance risks related to listing and propose effective mitigation strategies.
- Develop and support risk assessment frameworks and compliance monitoring plans tailored to the listing process.
Reporting and Documentation:
- Prepare compliance reports, dashboards, and presentations for senior management and the Board.
- Maintain comprehensive records of compliance activities, investigations, and resolutions in alignment with regulatory expectations.
Advisory Support:
- Provide expert guidance on compliance and secretarial matters related to listing regulations.
- Support the compliance team in strategic initiatives, ensuring readiness for future regulatory milestones.
Qualifications
4+ years of post-qualification experience in regulatory compliance, corporate governance, or listing compliance.