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Do you want a job where you hobnob with the powerful and decision makers? Do you want to have a key position in the company? Then, choose for company secretary! Company secretaries deal with matters relating to the company as a legal entity. They keep the company's records, advise the board of directors on their legal obligations, complete tax returns and ensure that the company is complying with statutory legislation.

Education

Examination

ICSI foundation

Bachelor's

Any subject combination

Examination

ICSI executive

Training

15 months

Examination

ICSI professional

Skills Required

Patience
Communication
People Pleasing
Accuracy

Job Prospects

  • Banker
  • CS firm secretary
  • Department of Company affairs
  • Department of Public enterprises
  • Stock exchanger

Salary / Annum

500,000

Fresher

1,500,000

Average

2,400,000

Experienced

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Jobs Outlook

  • There is tremendous growth opportunity in this profession along with excellent remuneration.
  • Company secretaries work in a range of different organisations in the private, public and not-for-profit sectors.
  • Geographical mobility can be helpful for career development, particularly in the early stages. With experience, it's possible to progress to board level or move into a directorate head or department head role. Alternatively, you can set up a business advising clients, act as company secretary for small companies, or work as a company formation agent.

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