Assistant Company Secretary

Dexus Group; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Wellbeing allowance

Continuous growth and development

Dexus culture and diversity focus

Parents@Work

Job summary

Dexus is seeking a careful and experienced Company Secretary to strengthen governance across its boards and committees. You will prepare board materials, guide directors on governance matters, and oversee key compliance processes such as ASIC lodgements and director onboarding.

The role requires extensive governance experience, a graduate diploma in corporate governance, and strong communication skills to support the Head of Governance and stakeholders across the organisation.

Qualifications

• Graduate Diploma of Applied Corporate Governance or equivalent.
• At least five years’ company secretarial, governance or compliance experience.
• Strong knowledge of the Corporations Act and ASX Corporate Governance Principles & Recommendations.
• Experience preparing board materials and minutes is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support Boards, Board Committees and management committees with agendas, papers and minutes.
• Provide governance and procedural guidance to directors and stakeholders.
• Manage ASIC lodgements, circular resolutions, director onboarding and offboarding, and conflicts of interest registers.
• Drive governance administration through proactive stakeholder engagement and effective board action follow-through.

Skills

Governance experience

Board governance

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Graduate Diploma of Applied Corporate Governance

Tools

Diligent Board Books

Microsoft Copilot

Job description

Company Secretary### Company SecretaryApply: Sydney, QQT: Full time: Posted 2 Days Ago: End Date: November 30, 2026 (30+ days left to apply): R0006139**Dexus (ASX: DXS)** is a leading Australasian fully integrated real asset group, managing a high-quality Australasian real estate and infrastructure portfolio valued at $51.4 billion. With more than four decades of expertise in real asset investment, funds management, asset management and development, we have a proven track record in capital and risk management and delivering returns for investors. **The Opportunity** As a Company Secretary, you will play a critical role in supporting the effectiveness of Dexus's governance framework, ensuring our Boards, Board Committees and management committees operate efficiently and in line with best practice governance standards. Working closely with the Head of Governance, you'll be a trusted adviser to directors, management and key stakeholders, helping to maintain the high standards of governance expected across the Dexus Group.We will be assessing candidates at both the Assistant Company Secretary and Company Secretary level.You will make an impact by:* Supporting Dexus Boards, Board Committees and other management committees through the preparation of agendas, board papers, meeting coordination and the maintenance of accurate and comprehensive minutes.* Providing governance and procedural guidance to directors and stakeholders, helping ensure compliance with regulatory and corporate governance requirements.* Managing key corporate governance processes including ASIC lodgements, circular resolutions, director onboarding and offboarding, and conflicts of interest registers.* Driving high standards of governance administration through proactive stakeholder engagement, attention to detail and effective management of board actions and committee outcomes.**About You** You are an experienced governance professional with sound judgement, strong attention to detail and the ability to build trusted relationships at all levels. You will bring a Graduate Diploma of Applied Corporate Governance or equivalent, at least five years’ company secretarial, governance or compliance experience, strong knowledge of the Corporations Act and ASX Corporate Governance Principles & Recommendations, and exceptional written communication and organisational skills. Experience preparing board materials and minutes is essential, while further governance or legal studies and proficiency with Diligent Board Books and Microsoft Copilot will be highly regarded.**Why choose Dexus?** The Dexus culture and spirit is what differentiates us. Together, we take pride in our values: rally to achieve together and build trust through action. As an employee of Dexus, you will benefit from: * **Flexible Working**: Our hybrid work model lets you thrive both professionally and personally. Whether it’s working from home or collaborating in our state of the art and award-winning offices, we’ve got you covered.* **Wellbeing Matters:** Enjoy a Wellbeing Allowance, extra annual leave days (our exclusive ‘Dexus’ days), and our holistic Safe and Well program. Your health and happiness is a priority.* **Continuous Growth:** Enhance your career with professional development, memberships, and study assistance. We invest in your learning journey.* **Tribe:** Our commitment to supporting LGBTQ+ staff earned us Silver Employer Status in the AWEI 2026. We foster an inclusive environment where each individual feels recognised and appreciated.* **Focus on Sustainability**: Dexus is deeply committed to making a positive impact on the communities it serves. Align your personal values with your professional endeavours.* **Parents@Work:** Supporting parents and carers through coaching and education. We understand the importance of work-life integration. We are dedicated to creating an inclusive workplace that values diversity in every form. We are actively striving to close the gender pay gap and invite applications from individuals of all genders, backgrounds and abilities. If you believe you can thrive in this role but do not meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. Reach out to talentacquisition@dexus .com if you require any accommodations or additional support during our recruitment process; we're here to help. Ready to help create the future? Apply now or visit dexus.com/careers Join Dexus and ‘unlock potential, create tomorrow’.