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India, Chennai · Job Posted February 20, 2026
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Based in Chennai, this is a position which will ensure secretarial compliance with the Companies Act 2013 and other secretarial regulations. Also, this position will provide legal support to India Legal Director and APAC Legal team such as giving legal advice, reviewing commercial contracts, etc.

Job Responsibility

  • Conducting Board Meetings/Annual/Extra Ordinary General Meeting and drafting of Minutes, Agenda and other secretarial documents
  • Drafting and vetting of Minutes of meeting, Agenda, Director Report and Annual Report and respective alterations thereto
  • Filing, registering any company’s documents including forms, returns and applications by and on behalf of the company as an authorized representative
  • Maintenance of secretarial records, statutory books and registers
  • Tasks relating to transfer, conversion, induction and distribution of securities of difference classes, including issuance of dividends and its related compliances
  • Liaising with ROC
  • Assisting and advising local management in legal compliance under Companies Act and Procedures
  • Negotiate, draft and review commercial agreements including development and licensing
  • Participate in corporate transactions including managing joint venture partners and mergers & acquisitions
  • Advise Human Resources and Finance teams
  • Provide necessary training to Aptiv employees on legal and compliance topics
  • Support compliance function to conduct internal review and investigation (where needed)
  • As a Key Managerial Personal (KMP under the Companie’s Act) oversee the statutory compliances and report to the board about the status of the same
  • Other tasks that are assigned by line manager

Requirements

  • 5 - 7 years of secretarial, corporate governance and preferably commercial legal experience gained in a law firm and/or in-house at a local or multinational company in India
  • Fluent English language skill (without a strong accent) required
  • Familiarity with the automotive industry is desired
  • Previous experience with IP matters is a plus
  • Good academic records with Associate of Company Secretary (ACS) qualifications
  • A law degree in India will be advantageous
  • Ability to expeditiously identify and assess issues and provide legally sound recommendations consistent with good business practices and reason
  • Ability to work independently, take ownership of, and effectively resolve problems
  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to interact effectively, work diplomatically, and foster relationships with individuals at all levels

Nice to have

  • Familiarity with the automotive industry
  • Previous experience with IP matters

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