Head Compliance & Company Secretary

Job Title: Head – Compliance & Company Secretary (FinTech)Location: Mumbai, IndiaAbout the RoleOur client is looking for an experienced and highly driven Head – Compliance & Company Secretary to lead and strengthen the internal compliance framework as the company scales. This role will be critical in ensuring regulatory adherence, corporate governance excellence, and building robust compliance systems aligned with a fast-growing fintech environment.The ideal candidate will bring deep experience in the fintech sector, a strong understanding of evolving regulatory landscapes, and the ability to operate with high levels of confidentiality and integrity.Key Responsibilities• Compliance Framework & StrategyDesign, implement, and enhance internal compliance and governance framework Ensure adherence to RBI, SEBI, Companies Act, FEMA, and related regulations Anticipate regulatory changes and align internal policies proactively • Company Secretarial FunctionsAct as the designated Company Secretary under the Companies Act, 2013 Manage board meetings, committee meetings, and shareholder communications Maintain statutory registers, filings, and records accurately and timely • Regulatory Liaison & FilingsAct as the primary point of contact with RBI, SEBI, and MCA Oversee timely regulatory filings, disclosures, and reporting • Governance & Risk ManagementStrengthen corporate governance practices and internal controls Identify compliance risks and implement mitigation strategies Collaborate with legal, finance, and business teams for integrated risk management • Advisory RoleAdvise senior management and the Board on compliance and governance matters Support business expansion initiatives from a regulatory and compliance standpointQualifications & ExperienceQualified Company Secretary (CS) with membership of ICSI LLB or additional legal qualification preferred 8–15 years of experience, with significant exposure to the fintech / financial services sector Strong understanding of RBI regulations, NBFC frameworks, payment systems, and digital finance ecosystem Experience in scaling compliance frameworks in a high-growth environment  Key Skills & AttributesHigh level of integrity, discretion, and confidentiality Proven ability to manage compliance in a fast-scaling fintech business Strong stakeholder management and regulatory interfacing skills Excellent drafting, documentation, and communication skills Strategic thinker with strong execution capabilities 

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