Overview
COMPANY SECRETARY – SANDTON Jobs in Sandton at Barrett’s Recruitment /Workhouse
Accountable for all company secretarial functions across the group, ensuring full compliance with legal, statutory and governance obligations.
Oversight and advisory input on corporate legal matters.
Oversees the full end to end Company Secretary function within the group, partnering with the external service provider to fulfil the following functions:
Collate information for various Boards, Forums and Group Committee meeting packs.
Draft agendas, in consultation with Chairperson/s, and liaise with Directors / Committee members.
Provide input into Board / Committee meeting agendas and meeting packs to ensure compliance with statutory and corporate governance prerequisites.
Prepare board packs and distribute to members and invitees.
Attend meetings and take accurate and professional minutes.
Draft minutes for vetting by Chairperson.
Assist with the preparation of reports/presentations for certain Committees/engagements e.g. regulatory, EXCO.
Check Draft and execute board of directors’/shareholders/ Committee resolutions.
Check and maintain all company secretarial records in-house (manual and electronic) and with CIPC.
Ensure that all companies comply with the Companies Act, governance principles, various applicable legislation.
Attending to the committee evaluations and fit and proper declarations.
Drafting and maintaining the group delegation of authority framework.
Provide input on various policies.
Setting board training schedule and ensuring implementation.
Facilitate group and board meetings.
General governance, company secretarial and legal advice.
Provide advice and guidance on the Companies Act, King IV, and related legislation.
Draft Charters, Terms of Reference, policy documents on governance and legal matters.
Draft governance and related regulatory opinions.
Assist with corporate transactions (inc but not limited to due diligences on incorporations and board structures).
Engage with statutory and professional stakeholders as required e.g. FSCA, PA, CIPC.
Develop and maintain productive and collaborative working relationships with peers, clients, team members, and stakeholders.
Lead, mentor, and manage team members to ensure high performance, professional growth, and accountability.
LLB Degree or similar
CGISA is essential
Min 3 years’ experience as a Company Secretary in Life Insurance is essential
2 years as a Legal Advisor or similar role.
Experience in minute-taking.
Legal experience.
Sound knowledge and understanding of corporate law and corporate governance.
Governance and research capabilities
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Work Location: In person
Title: COMPANY SECRETARY – SANDTON
Company: Barrett’s Recruitment /Workhouse
Location: Sandton
