CS Karishma Jain
Agra
Summary
Qualified company secretary (ACS-46124) with 10 years of experience, including over 5 years in listed entities, specializing in SEBI (LODR) compliance and corporate governance. Proven track record in managing comprehensive compliance processes and corporate actions, ensuring zero non-compliance in dynamic environments. Expertise in liaising with regulatory authorities and leading high-stakes matters across diverse sectors such as media, real estate, and manufacturing. Recognized for enhancing governance structures and optimizing compliance systems to support strategic leadership decisions.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Company Secretary & Compliance Officer
Sea TV Network Limited
Agra
07.2023 - 05.2026
- Managed end-to-end secretarial and compliance functions for a BSE-listed company, ensuring full adherence to Companies Act, 2013, SEBI (LODR), PIT, SDD, Takeover Regulations, and all statutory frameworks.
- Led Board, Audit Committee, NRC, and General Meetings (AGM/EGM), including drafting agendas, notices, resolutions, and minutes, and ensuring complete pre- and post-meeting stock exchange compliances.
- Handled all ROC and statutory filings including PAS-3, DIR-12, MGT-7, AOC-4 (XBRL), MBP-1, DIR-8, and LLP filings (Form 8 & 11) with accuracy and timeliness.
- Managed KMP and Board-level changes, including appointment/resignation of Directors and Key Managerial Personnel, and alterations in MoA/AoA, object clause, name change, and authorized share capital.
- Executed major corporate actions including Preferential Allotment, Rights Issue, share transfer/transmission, dematerialization, ISIN activation, and issuance of share certificates.
- Prepared and filed Reconciliation of Share Capital Audit and ensured compliance under SEBI Regulations 7(3) and 74(5) in coordination with depositories and RTA.
- Ensured SEBI compliance including maintenance of Structured Digital Database (SDD), UPSI controls, trading window closure, PIT disclosures (Reg. 7(2), 29(2)), and timely submission of quarterly and annual filings (financials, shareholding pattern, corporate governance reports, audit qualifications).
- Handled investor grievance redressal through SCORES and coordinated with RTA, NSDL/CDSL, depositories, bankers, and regulatory authorities with zero escalations.
- Drafted, vetted, and negotiated high-value agreements including MoUs, Production Service Agreements, Content License Agreements, OTT Agreements, NDAs, Lease Deeds, legal notices, and corporate correspondence.
- Managed litigation matters including cheque bounce cases, recovery suits, and broadcaster disputes, and coordinated with external legal counsel and attended court proceedings.
- Ensured compliance with sector-specific regulations including MIB (uplinking/downlinking, RIO, broadcaster agreements), TRAI (tariff orders, reporting), and telecom laws including ISP license and IP-1 registration with timely AGR filings.
- Oversaw charge creation, modification, and satisfaction for banking facilities, including coordination with lenders on pari-passu documentation and loan-related compliances.
- Implemented and strengthened corporate governance frameworks including Code of Conduct, Vigil Mechanism, Risk Management Policy, Insider Trading Code, and Board Evaluation processes.
- Maintained statutory registers and disclosures, ensured compliance system integrity, and strengthened internal controls.
- Liaised with regulatory authorities including ROC, SEBI, BSE, RBI, MIB, TRAI, NSDL/CDSL, and external advisors to ensure seamless statutory and legal operations.
- BSE-listed company
Company Secretary
AK Infra & Realty Developers Pvt. Ltd.
Lucknow
10.2020 - 06.2023
- Served as Company Secretary in a real estate organization, managing end-to-end secretarial and governance functions while closely supporting the Managing Director in strategic and operational matters.
- Coordinated board-level communications and facilitated effective interaction between the MD, Board members, clients, and stakeholders.
- Advised the Board and senior management on legal, governance, accounting, and tax implications of business decisions, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and best practices.
- Ensured adherence to corporate governance standards and statutory requirements through a hands-on approach, including drafting correspondence, reports, and key documentation.
- Maintained statutory registers (members, directors, KMPs) and ensured accurate and timely compliance with legal obligations.
- Liaised with regulatory authorities, external legal counsel, and auditors to ensure full compliance with statutory and regulatory frameworks.
- Streamlined internal communication by ensuring key decisions and updates were effectively conveyed to relevant stakeholders.
- Real estate organization
Company Secretary
Accord Hydroair Private Limited
Lucknow
10.2017 - 09.2020
- Drafted and vetted a wide range of legal and commercial agreements including Sale Deeds, Agreements to Sell, Service and Business Agreements, Lease/Rent Agreements, Share Purchase & Subscription Agreements, Partnership Deeds, and MoUs.
- Managed secretarial compliance and corporate records, including maintenance of statutory registers (members, shareholders, charges) and handling share capital activities such as issue, transfer, transmission, allotment, and dematerialization.
- Led company law matters including incorporation of public and private companies, shifting of registered office (intra/inter-state), and alterations in MoA/AoA (name, object, registered office), capital restructuring, and strike-off under FTE Scheme.
- Handled regulatory filings and representations including drafting petitions/applications, compounding of offences, and submissions before ROC, Regional Director, NCLT, and MCA.
- Coordinated with regulatory authorities and stakeholders including ROC, RD, DGFT, banks, legal advisors, and auditors for approvals, sanctions, IEC registration/modification, and compliance-related matters.
- Drafted legal documents including affidavits, powers of attorney, declarations, NOCs, replies to ROC show cause notices, and other secretarial compliance documentation.
- Supported Board and shareholder processes including preparation of Annual Reports, and drafting of notices, agendas, resolutions, and minutes for Board Meetings, AGMs, and EGMs.
- Managed auditor-related changes (appointment/resignation) and ensured compliance with corporate governance requirements.
- Executed corporate actions including increase in authorized capital, private placement (Section 42), rights issue, and handled complete post-issue activities.
- Liaised with banks for working capital requirements, stock statements, NOCs, and documentation for opening/closing of bank accounts.
- Handled registrations and compliance under various laws including GST, Trademark, MSME (Udyog Aadhaar), and DGFT (IEC).
- Conducted inspection of company records, prepared search and status reports (including PSUs), and supported legal due diligence and compliance reviews.
- Coordinated with law firms for case matters, prepared legal summaries/notes, and supported interpretation of legal provisions and cases.
CS Cum Compliance Officer
Decorous Investment & Trading Company Ltd.
07.2016 - 09.2017
- Worked as part of the legal and compliance division of a BSE & CSE listed entity (gems & jewellery sector), supporting end-to-end secretarial, legal, and regulatory compliance functions.
- Managed SEBI (LODR) compliances including preparation and filing of shareholding patterns, financial results (quarterly/half-yearly/annual), corporate governance reports, reconciliation of share capital audit, SAST disclosures, and outcome of Board Meetings.
- Assisted in finalization of quarterly unaudited and annual audited financial results and preparation of periodic compliance reports.
- Managed regulatory disclosures and correspondence with SEBI, stock exchanges, NSDL/CDSL, and other authorities, including investor grievance redressal.
- Supported corporate governance processes by assisting in conduct of Board Meetings and AGMs for multiple listed companies, including drafting of notices, agendas, resolutions, minutes, and Annual Reports.
- Assisted in e-voting processes and preparation of scrutinizer reports in compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Coordinated with statutory and internal auditors, facilitated internal audits, and prepared audit summaries and reports.
- Managed compliance for Section 8 companies, trusts, and societies, including registrations (80G, 12A, TAN), accounting, donation management, and secretarial documentation.
- Handled corporate actions such as shifting of registered office (inter-state) and ensured compliance with applicable legal provisions.
- BSE & CSE listed entity (gems & jewellery sector)
Trainee
P. Manghwani & Associates
01.2015 - 03.2016
- Acquired comprehensive exposure to end-to-end secretarial compliance, including MCA annual filings, ROC e-forms, XBRL filings, charge-related filings, and compliance certifications.
- Managed company lifecycle activities such as incorporation, conversion, strike-off, and alterations in MOA/AOA, capital structure, Object clause and registered office.
- Maintained statutory registers and managed share capital operations including issue, allotment, transfer, transmission, and dematerialization.
- Supported Board, Committee, and General Meetings through drafting of notices, agendas, resolutions, and minutes in compliance with the Companies Act, 2013, and assisted in secretarial audits of listed and public companies.
- Drafted and vetted legal documents (agreements, affidavits, POA, NOCs) and coordinated with ROC, DGFT, and other authorities for approvals, inspections, IEC registration, and regulatory compliances, including income tax matters.
Education
L.L.B. -
Lucknow University
01.2018
Company Secretary (CS) -
Institute of Company Secretaries of India
01.2016
Bachelors in Commerce -
Lucknow University
01.2013
XII – Standard -
CBSE
01.2010
X – Standard -
CBSE
01.2008
Skills
- SEBI (LODR), PIT & SDD Compliance
- Listed Entity Compliance & Corporate Governance
- Companies Act, 2013 & ROC Filings
- Board & Committee Governance
- Secretarial Audit & Due Diligence
- Regulatory Compliance Management
- Corporate Actions & Share Capital Management
- Investor Relations & SCORES Handling
- Legal Drafting, Contract Negotiation & Litigation Management
- Regulatory Liaison (SEBI, BSE, ROC, RBI)
- Risk Management & Internal Control Frameworks
- Compliance Risk Assessment & Monitoring
- Governance Framework Implementation
- Stock Exchange Compliance & SEBI Filings
- Stakeholder & Board Advisory
Accomplishments
- Independently managed full-cycle secretarial functions for listed and group companies, demonstrating strong ownership and execution capability.
- Conducted orientation programs for CS Foundation and Executive students, contributing to knowledge sharing and professional development.
- Secured a position in the top 80–90 percentile in the National Accounting Talent Search conducted by the Indian Accounting Association.
Timeline
Company Secretary & Compliance Officer
Sea TV Network Limited
07.2023 - 05.2026
Company Secretary
AK Infra & Realty Developers Pvt. Ltd.
10.2020 - 06.2023
Company Secretary
Accord Hydroair Private Limited
10.2017 - 09.2020
CS Cum Compliance Officer
Decorous Investment & Trading Company Ltd.
07.2016 - 09.2017
Trainee
P. Manghwani & Associates
01.2015 - 03.2016
L.L.B. -
Lucknow University
Company Secretary (CS) -
Institute of Company Secretaries of India
Bachelors in Commerce -
Lucknow University
XII – Standard -
CBSE
X – Standard -
CBSE