Remote-Eligible Board Secretary (6-Month Contract)

Perpetual; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Perpetual Wealth is seeking an experienced Company Secretary to join on a 6-month fixed-term contract, based in CBD Sydney. Immediate start, 6-month term, located in Sydney.

This is a pivotal role supporting governance during a period of transformation and growth. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer & Head of Legal, you will establish and support the Company Secretariat across subsidiary boards and committees, working with senior executives, directors, regulators and key stakeholders to

Qualifications

• A degree in Commerce, Business, Governance or Law.
• Experience as a Company Secretary or in senior governance, legal or compliance roles.
• Strong knowledge of governance principles and regulatory obligations.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Outstanding organisational skills and ability to manage priorities and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Provide Company Secretariat support to subsidiary boards and committees.
• Coordinate board and committee meeting schedules, agendas, papers, minutes, and action registers.
• Partner with Board Chairs and executives to plan and facilitate board business.
• Monitor and follow up actions arising from board and committee meetings.
• Ensure compliance with governance obligations and regulatory requirements.
• Advise boards and committees on governance matters and best-practice frameworks.
• Review governance policies in partnership with Governance, Risk & Compliance teams.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Relationship management

Organisational skills

Education

Degree in Commerce, Business, Governance or Law

Job description

Perpetual Wealth is seeking an experienced Company Secretary to join on a 6-month fixed-term contract, based in CBD Sydney. Immediate start, 6-month term, located in Sydney.

This is a pivotal role supporting governance during a period of transformation and growth. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer & Head of Legal, you will establish and support the Company Secretariat across subsidiary boards and committees, working with senior executives, directors, regulators and key stakeholders to