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Nikita Garg

Fremont,CA

Summary

Dedicated and detail-oriented Compliance Secretary Officer with over 4 years of experience in managing corporate governance, regulatory filings, and subsidiary operations across international jurisdictions. Proven expertise in supporting entity formation, statutory compliance, and cross-border transactions including FDI and ODI. Skilled in drafting legal documentation, coordinating with regulatory authorities, and maintaining accurate corporate records. Adept at facilitating board meetings, managing stakeholder communications, and ensuring adherence to laws such as the Companies Act, 2013 and FEMA. Known for strong organizational skills, proactive problem-solving, and a commitment to maintaining high standards of compliance and confidentiality.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Freelance Corporate Compliance Consultant

Freelancer
05.2023 - Current
  • Assisted a diverse client base—including startups and small businesses—in navigating complex corporate formation requirements, ensuring full compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
  • Provided guidance and support for the registration of MSMEs, partnerships, LLCs, and Intellectual Property Rights.
  • Managed annual compliance filings for 10+ clients, including drafting and submitting annual reports, maintaining corporate records, and facilitating board meeting minutes.
  • Monitored regulatory changes across jurisdictions and advised clients on necessary compliance adjustments.

Corporate Secretary/Compliance Officer

Kumar Verma & Associates
04.2022 - 04.2023
  • Oversaw corporate compliance and transactional needs for a global portfolio of international subsidiaries, primarily based in the USA, Netherlands, UK, and Singapore.
  • Conducted jurisdictional research to ensure accurate and timely submission of annual reports and compliance documentation.
  • Advised foreign investors on structuring investments in India, including documentation for establishing branch offices.
  • Facilitated the incorporation and dissolution of subsidiaries globally, ensuring regulatory compliance and establishing operational frameworks.
  • Collaborated with teams across 30 countries to enhance global operations and ensure regulatory and financial compliance.
  • Streamlined corporate compliance for listed public entities, managing over 20 board meetings annually.
  • Acted as the primary liaison between the company and external auditors, supporting audit processes with documentation related to CSR payments, corporate structure, and shareholding.
  • Achieved full regulatory compliance by overseeing Overseas Direct Investment (ODI) filings for more than 10 international subsidiaries.
  • Ensured compliance with Know Your Customer (KYC) regulations.
  • Approved payments related to corporate governance activities and reconciled financial statements for accuracy.
  • Led corporate governance initiatives for a corporate group, ensuring alignment with legal and regulatory standards.
  • Managed statutory filings for over 50 global entities, maintaining compliance with international regulations.
  • Ensured the company and its Board of Directors adhered to all relevant laws, rules, and regulations.
  • Coordinated communication between executives, key stakeholders, internal teams, and external clients.
  • Provided administrative and compliance support to C-level executives of a listed public company.
  • Handled routine correspondence and prioritized assigned projects effectively.
  • Maintained departmental files in accordance with government and corporate regulations.
  • Supervised secretarial and legal compliance projects, leading a team and managing tasks independently.
  • Trained interns on day-to-day secretarial and legal compliance responsibilities.
  • Managed secretarial functions for startup companies.
  • Delivered secretarial, governance, and compliance services related to Company Law, FEMA, and other regulations.
  • Prepared incorporation documents for LLPs, branches, and subsidiaries across multiple regions.

Corporate Secretary/ Compliance Officer

Parveen Rastogi & Co
08.2020 - 03.2022
  • Led compliance and regulatory filings for mergers and acquisitions between parent and subsidiary companies, ensuring full adherence to applicable laws, including the Companies Act, 2013 (India).
  • Planned and scheduled meetings for internal teams and external stakeholders; recorded and maintained accurate minutes of meetings.
  • Drafted resolutions, notices, agendas, and other essential documentation for board and committee meetings.
  • Prepared bi-annual Due Diligence Reports for over 10 clients, ensuring thorough review and compliance.

Corporate Secretary Management Trainee

Kumar Rajesh & Associates, Practicing Corporate Secretary Firm
03.2019 - 06.2020
  • Provided support on secretarial and legal projects as assigned, demonstrating flexibility and attention to detail.
  • Drafted transaction documents in accordance with the Indian Companies Act, 2013, FEMA, and other relevant regulations.
  • Maintained executive calendars, scheduled appointments, and coordinated timely responses to internal and external communications.

Education

Master - Corporate Governance

Institute of Company Secretaries of India
India
01-2020

Bachelor of Commerce -

Hansraj College
Delhi, India
01-2015

Skills

  • Global Subsidiary Incorporation: Successfully incorporated 10 international subsidiaries across jurisdictions including the United Kingdom, Singapore, Netherlands, and the United States, ensuring full legal and regulatory compliance
  • Operational Framework Development: Designed and implemented standardized operational frameworks for subsidiary governance and compliance across multiple regions
  • Statutory Filings Management: Oversaw corporate statutory filings for over 30 global entities, ensuring timely and accurate submissions in accordance with local and international regulations
  • Regulatory Liaison: Maintained effective communication and follow-up with government authorities and regulatory bodies to facilitate approvals, resolve compliance issues, and ensure transparency
  • Cross-Border Transaction Oversight: Managed ad-hoc international transactions including Foreign Direct Investment (FDI), Overseas Direct Investment (ODI), and corporate secretarial activities, ensuring alignment with applicable laws and internal policies
  • Technology Proficiency: Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), with experience in preparing compliance documentation, reports, and presentations for internal and external stakeholders
  • Due Diligence & Risk Management: Conducted bi-annual due diligence for clients, identifying compliance risks and recommending mitigation strategies
  • Audit Coordination: Acted as the primary liaison with external auditors, providing documentation related to CSR, shareholding, and governance structures
  • Legal Documentation & Filing: Drafted and reviewed transaction documents in accordance with the Companies Act, 2013, FEMA, and other applicable regulations
  • Board Governance: Supported governance activities for listed public entities, managing over 20 board meetings annually
  • Stakeholder Communication: Coordinated effectively with internal teams, executives, and external stakeholders to ensure alignment on compliance matters
  • Technology Proficiency: Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), and familiar with entity management and compliance tracking tools

Timeline

Freelance Corporate Compliance Consultant

Freelancer
05.2023 - Current

Corporate Secretary/Compliance Officer

Kumar Verma & Associates
04.2022 - 04.2023

Corporate Secretary/ Compliance Officer

Parveen Rastogi & Co
08.2020 - 03.2022

Corporate Secretary Management Trainee

Kumar Rajesh & Associates, Practicing Corporate Secretary Firm
03.2019 - 06.2020

Master - Corporate Governance

Institute of Company Secretaries of India

Bachelor of Commerce -

Hansraj College

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