Assistant Company Secretary

2 weeks ago


Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa AFRIZAN Full time

Are you passionate about corporate governance and ensuring regulatory compliance?

A leading organisation is seeking an experienced Assistant Company Secretary to support its Company Secretariat function. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional with a deep understanding of corporate governance and compliance frameworks.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Ensure compliance with the PFMA, Companies Act, PIC Act, King IV, and other relevant legislation and regulations
  • Promote knowledge and provide guidance on corporate governance matters
  • Advise and report on compliance issues
  • Draft and review Committee Terms of Reference and the Board Charter annually
  • Monitor compliance with Delegations of Authority (DoA) and Terms of Reference (TORs) within allocated Committees
  • Maintain databases of Directors, subsidiary companies, and signing powers
  • Assist with administrative duties within the group secretariat (SPVs and GEPF subsidiaries)
  • Manage declarations of interest and conflicts of interest
  • Ensure governance processes within the Company Secretariat function are upheld
  • Liaise with Committee Chairpersons, Executives, and Non-Executive Directors to maintain effective governance
  • Organise and administer Board and Committee meetings, ensuring accurate minutes and resolutions
  • Manage Annual Work Plans for allocated Committees and maintain statutory records
  • Draft and maintain Committee Resolutions, compiling decisions for Board submission

Key Requirements:

  • Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or equivalent qualification / CIS Level 4
  • Chartered or Company Secretarial certification would be advantageous
  • 5 - 7 years of relevant experience within a Company Secretariat environment
  • Strong and proven minute-taking skills (essential)
  • In-depth understanding of corporate governance principles

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