Company Secretary

Location: Bengaluru

Join the NIRA team

At NIRA (now a part of Tilt, a global fintech) we're focused on expanding access to credit for India's lower-middle-income segment — customers traditional lenders often overlook. As a fast-growing fintech transitioning into a regulated Non-Banking Financial Company (NBFC), we're strengthening our governance and compliance foundations to support our next phase of growth.

The Opportunity – Company Secretary
We're looking for an experienced  Company Secretary  to play a critical role in NIRA's regulatory, governance, and board processes. Reporting to the Head of Compliance, this role sits at the center of our NBFC transition and ongoing compliance journey.
This is a high-impact opportunity for someone who enjoys working closely with senior leadership, regulators, and external advisors in a fast-paced fintech environment.

This role is a Hybrid role, based in our Bangalore office at least 2-3 days/week.

How You'll Make an Impact
Statutory & Regulatory Compliance
Ensure compliance under the Companies Act, 2013 and RBI Master Directions for NBFCs
Maintain statutory registers, records, and filings with MCA, RBI, and other authorities
Manage FEMA-related filings including FC-GPR, FC-TRS, SH-4, and related documentation
Support preparation and filing of annual returns, board reports, and periodic disclosures
Track regulatory updates relevant to NBFCs and fintechs and support timely implementation
Board & Corporate Governance
Organize Board, Committee, and General Meetings, including:
Agenda and notice preparation
Drafting resolutions and minutes
Ensuring statutory timelines are met
Advise the Board on governance best practices, directors' duties, and compliance obligations
Coordinate director appointments, resignations, remuneration, and related filings
Manage documentation for share issuances, transfers, and other corporate actions
NBFC Licensing & Ongoing RBI Compliance
Liaise with the RBI, auditors, consultants, and legal advisors during the NBFC licensing process
Ensure continuous post-licensing compliance, including:
Regulatory returns and filings
CRAR submissions
Support during RBI inspections
Assist in developing and maintaining compliance policies, internal controls, and documentation
Corporate Structuring & Transactions
Oversee shareholding changes, capital infusions, and investor documentation
Support drafting and execution of:
Board and shareholder resolutions
Shareholder agreements and legal instruments
Coordinate with external counsel on due diligence, funding rounds, and intercompany arrangements
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Work closely with finance, legal, and compliance teams to align business practices with regulatory standards
Support internal and statutory audits with accurate filings, records, and documentation

What you'll bring:
Qualified Company Secretary and member of ICSI
3+ years of post-qualification experience
Experience in an NBFC or regulated financial institution strongly preferred
Startup or fintech experience is a plus
Strong understanding of Company law
FEMA
RBI NBFC regulations
Excellent communication, drafting, and organizational skills
Ability to work independently and manage multiple stakeholders effectively

Please note, if you apply, you will be redirected to the Tilt careers page.