Chief Governance Officer

3 weeks ago


Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa AJ Personnel Full time

As a leading recruitment agency, AJ Personnel is committed to excellence in our industry. We are seeking a highly skilled Chief Governance Officer to join our team.

About the Role

The successful candidate will be responsible for providing expert support to our board of directors, ensuring that all governance matters are handled with the highest level of professionalism and integrity. This includes developing and implementing corporate governance practices, identifying and mitigating risks, and maintaining compliance with relevant legislation.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement an annual meeting plan for Board, Committee, and Annual General meetings;
  • Prepare notices for Board, Shareholder & AGMs, including agendas, proxies, and circulation;
  • Attend board meetings and take accurate minutes;
  • Implement Board decisions and instructions;
  • Identify and advise the Board on potential corporate governance risks and best practices;
  • Stay abreast of industry developments, regulatory and legislative changes in relation to corporate governance;
  • Coordinate the company's corporate governance practices, ensuring alignment with the principles outlined in the King IV report on corporate governance;
  • Provide secretariat support to Board Committees (Audit Committee, Remuneration Committee, Nomination Committee);
  • Submit annual returns to the CIPC & register companies and file all changes with the CIPC (appointments, resignations, change of addresses, etc.);
  • Prepare share certificates and maintain share registers for all Companies in the Group;
  • Provide support for transactions (particularly M&A) in terms of due diligence and prepare;
  • Ensure that any failure to comply with relevant legislation is reported as required;
  • Identify and manage compliance risks and potential legal issues facing the company;
  • Monitor all legislative, regulatory, and corporate governance developments that might affect the company's operations;
  • Draft and update the Delegation of Authority document;
  • Provide technical expertise, conduct research, and provide guidance on standard company secretarial practices;
  • Coordinate and oversee the company's investor relations;
  • Identify and manage conflicts of interest for Directors;
  • Respond to general queries in relation to Board Committees, FICA, SARS, BBBEE verification, and Auditor queries;
  • Facilitate internal collaboration with other departments or individuals to ensure the efficient administration of the company;
  • Assist the General Counsel with legal administration when required to ensure the smooth running of the Legal Department;
  • Support and assist with internal and external audit items related to areas of their operation, including board governance, compliance with the Companies Act, and statutory records;
Requirements

To be considered for this role, you will require:

  • A Matric with a Bachelor's Degree in Law (LLB) and/or Business Administration CA (SA);
  • Professional qualification such as Chartered Secretary (ICSA) at the Chartered Institute of Company Secretaries (CIS) or working towards one;
  • 5-10 Years' experience as a Company Secretary required;
  • Extensive knowledge of the Companies Act and other relevant legislation: POPI, PAIA, NCA, FICA, Competition Act, NEMA, Labour Relations Act, Tax Laws, BBBEE Act, King IV Code of Corporate Governance;
  • Experience in minuting and managing Board and Committee meetings;
  • Experience in supporting corporate transactions (M&A) through due diligence and document preparation;
What We Offer

We offer a competitive salary of R 1,200,000 - R 1,500,000 per annum, depending on experience, as well as a comprehensive benefits package including medical aid, life insurance, and pension fund contributions.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team and contribute to the growth and success of our organization. If you are a motivated and experienced professional looking for a new challenge, please submit your application.

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