Corporate Governance Specialist

3 days ago

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Rory Mackie & Associates Full time

Company Overview

Rory Mackie & Associates is a leading global asset manager with assets under management exceeding R3.08 trillion. Our company is committed to maintaining the highest standards of corporate governance, requiring exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.

Job Description

The Senior Assistant Company Secretary will be responsible for maintaining our corporate governance framework, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and best practices. This involves organizing board meetings, minute-taking, statutory filings, and participation in governance projects.

Responsibilities

  • Corporate Governance & Compliance:
    • Provide expert advice on corporate governance best practices, directors' duties, and regulatory compliance.
    • Ensure compliance with the South African Companies Act, King IV principles, and other relevant governance frameworks.
    • Develop, implement, and oversee corporate governance policies, processes, and compliance frameworks.
    • Monitor and assess regulatory updates, advising senior leadership on governance-related legislative changes.
    • Advise and support on the refinement of our global governance framework.
  • Board & Committee Support:
    • Have responsibility for a portfolio of committee and/or board meetings together with the administration of those meetings.
    • Support and facilitate board and committee meetings, including agenda setting, board pack preparation, and minute-taking.
    • Ensure effective management of board resolutions, governance records, and compliance reporting.
    • Provide governance training and advisory support to subsidiary company board members, executives, and other stakeholders.
  • Legal & Risk Advisory:
    • Advise on legal and compliance risks impacting our organization's governance and regulatory obligations.
    • Support contract negotiations and reviews to ensure compliance with regulatory and corporate requirements.
    • Assist with due diligence, risk mitigation strategies, and entity structuring from a governance perspective.
  • Technology & Process Automation:
    • Implement and oversee the automation of governance and compliance processes using technology tools.
    • Leverage board portal software (e.g., Diligent) and entity management platforms to improve efficiency.
  • Stakeholder & Regulatory Engagement:
    • Act as the primary point of contact for senior managers, Executive Directors, Non-Executive Directors, regulators, and governance-related stakeholders.
    • Engage with industry bodies, legal advisors, and corporate governance networks to stay abreast of best practices.

Requirements

  • Law degree
  • Experience using entity management platforms and board portals is an advantage.
  • Qualified company secretary
  • Strong working knowledge of the South African Companies Act, King IV, and applicable governance legislation.
  • Experience in statutory filings with CIPC and corporate compliance matters.
  • Proven ability to advise senior leadership and boards on corporate governance and legal matters

Skills and Attributes:

  • The ability to build and maintain meaningful relationships.
  • A strong belief in doing the right thing.
  • Driven by results.
  • High conviction and be comfortable sharing opinions.
  • Ability to analyse, interpret and assimilate information.

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