Company Secretary

This role is for one of the Weekday's clients

JobType: full-time

About the role

You will serve as a vital support for business teams by ensuring adherence to regulations, reducing legal risks, and enhancing the efficiency of contract management.

Requirements

Key Requirements:

• Ensure adherence to the Companies Act, 2013, and associated regulations.
• Oversee the complete management of Board, committee, and shareholder meetings.
• Prepare agendas, notices, minutes, and resolutions.
• Maintain statutory registers and perform filings with the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA).
• Manage annual filings such as AOC-4 and MGT-7, along with event-driven filings like DIR-12, PAS-4, SH-4, etc.
• Provide support for corporate activities including ESOPs, fundraising, and restructuring.
• Coordinate with auditors, regulatory bodies, and external consultants.

• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts, including:
• Client agreements (leagues, teams, broadcasters, OTT platforms)
• Vendor and technology agreements
• Licensing, intellectual property, and content contracts
• Provide legal guidance to business teams on:
• Intellectual Property (IP) risks
• Data privacy and protection matters
• Commercial risk considerations such as liability, indemnity, and service level agreements (SLAs)
• Support international and cross-border contracting processes.
• Standardize contract templates and enhance contract turnaround times.

• Ensure compliance with regulations relating to digital and IT sectors.
• Assist in complying with data privacy frameworks applicable in India and globally.
• Identify and mitigate risks concerning:
• Content usage
• Sports data rights
• Digital platforms and fan engagement products
• Help develop internal compliance frameworks and standard operating procedures (SOPs).

• Collaborate closely with business units including Sales, Product, Content, and Technology.
• Coordinate with Finance and senior leadership on matters related to risk and compliance.
• Engage with external legal counsel as required.
• Serve as a business facilitator rather than merely a compliance enforcer.

Background and Experience:

• 3–5 years of experience in:
• Corporate secretarial and legal roles (preferably in-house)
• Or a combination of law firm and in-house experience

• Mandatory: Qualified Company Secretary (CS)
• Preferred: Bachelor of Laws (LLB)

• In-depth knowledge of the Companies Act, 2013, and governance structures.
• Proven expertise in contract drafting and negotiation.
• Familiarity with:
• Technology, media, sports, or digital business sectors (preferred)
• Intellectual Property and data privacy regulations
• Capability to manage high-volume and fast-paced contract workflows.

• Strong analytical and commercial judgment skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and a strong sense of ownership.
• Ability to balance legal risks with business objectives.
• Effective stakeholder management and communication abilities.

• Exposure to international contract negotiations.
• Experience working in IP-intensive or digital-first companies.
• Understanding of sports, media, or content industry ecosystems.

The "Edge" (What Sets You Apart):

The ability to merge strong governance practices with business-focused legal strategies, enabling quicker deal closures while safeguarding the organization against risks.

What We Offer:

• Global Exposure: Opportunity to work with prominent sports properties across more than 40 sports worldwide.
• Innovative Culture: A "fan-first" environment that prioritizes curiosity, quality, and enjoyment.
• Flexibility: A Monday to Friday work schedule with flexible hours and a hybrid working model.