Legal Assistant (Full Time)

At dsm-firmenich we strive to achieve a world where you don’t have to choose between taste, texture, or health - and can enjoy it all. Purpose of the role is to ensure compliance with applicable legal and regulatory requirements, particularly under the Companies Act, 2013, and uphold strong corporate governance standards. The role provides legal and secretarial support to the organization, enabling effective decision-making and risk mitigation.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion is a shared responsibility woven into our daily work, benefiting to our People, Customers & Communities and driving business value. Board, Committee & Shareholder Meetings Manage end-to-end coordination of Board, Committee, AGM and EGM meetings, including agenda preparation, minutes, resolutions, and execution of digital/wet/notarised documents.

• Corporate Governance & Compliance Ensure full compliance with the Companies Act, 2013, applicable rules, corporate laws, and internal policies, acting as the primary custodian of corporate governance for the India entity.
• Statutory Filings & Regulatory Reporting Oversee timely preparation and filing of statutory returns, financial results, and regulatory forms with ROC, RBI, and other authorities as applicable (quarterly, half-yearly, and annual).
• Entity Management & Structural Changes Manage changes to legal entities including director appointments/resignations, registered office changes, PoA registrations, and other corporate actions.
• Audit, Stakeholder & Regulator Liaison Support internal and external audits and act as a key liaison with shareholders, directors, regulators, and internal business teams on all corporate secretarial matters.

A truly global and collaborative team that cares about the experience of our employees.

# A role provides legal and secretarial support exposure.

Qualifications Qualified Lawyer or finance professional with a minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience, along with a Company Secretarial qualification.

• Legal & Regulatory Expertise Strong knowledge and in-depth understanding of the Companies Act, 2013 and related corporate governance principles.
• Corporate Secretarial Experience Prior experience in international corporate administration and/or company secretarial management within a structured corporate environment.
• Communication Skills Excellent command of English with clarity and confidence in both written and verbal communication, including drafting of legal and corporate documentation.
• Compliance Mindset & Attention to Detail Highly detail-oriented with a strong passion for compliance, accuracy, and maintaining high governance standards.
• Stakeholder Management & Technical Skills Ability to build effective working relationships across seniority levels, with strong PC skills and proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Able to work independently, calmly and with minimal supervision.

Please apply on-line by uploading your resume in English via our career portal ( dsm-firmenich.For further information, please contact Kanika Maloo, Talent Acquisition Partner (kanika.Inclusion, belonging and equal opportunity statement:

When people feel supported, included, and free to be themselves, they do their best work – and that’s exactly the kind of culture we’re building. From inclusive language and diverse interview panels to thoughtful sourcing, we’re committed to reflecting the world we serve. And if you have a disability or need any support through the application process, we’re here to help – just let us know what you need, and we’ll do everything we can to make it work.