Company Secretary

What you will be doing:

• Manage the end-to-end Company Secretarial function across the organisation.
• Prepare and coordinate Board, Committee, and Forum meeting packs, agendas, and documentation.
• Attend meetings and take accurate professional minutes and assist with the drafting and finalisation of minutes and resolutions.
• Ensure compliance with the Companies Act, King IV principles, and other applicable legislation.
• Maintain and update statutory records and company secretarial documentation with relevant regulatory bodies including CIPC.
• Provide governance and legal advisory support to the Board, EXCO, and internal stakeholders.
• Draft and maintain governance frameworks, policies, terms of reference, and delegation of authority structures.
• Facilitate board evaluations, governance reviews, and training schedules.
• Support regulatory engagements with bodies such as FSCA, PA, and CIPC.
• Assist with corporate transactions, incorporations, due diligence, and governance structures.
• Monitor and communicate regulatory and legislative changes impacting corporate governance.
• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders, board members, and regulatory authorities.

What we are looking for:

• LLB Degree or equivalent qualification.
• CGISA / Chartered Governance Institute qualification completed or in progress.
• 35 years experience in a Company Secretarial or governance-related role.
• Proven experience working as a Company Secretary within the Insurance sector. (essential)
• Experience in the insurance or financial services industry.
• Strong knowledge of corporate law, governance frameworks, and statutory compliance.
• Experience with Companies Act and King IV governance principles.
• Proven experience in board and committee administration and professional minute-taking.
• Strong governance, research, and analytical capabilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to engage effectively with senior stakeholders, board members, and regulatory bodies.

Please note if you do not hear from us within 3 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.

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