Company Secretary & Senior Corporate Governance Professional

TD Bank Group; Ireland; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Dublin is seeking a Governance professional to oversee corporate secretarial activities. The role involves acting as primary contact and advisor for governance matters, ensuring effective board functions, and monitoring regulatory changes. Ideal candidates will have chartered governance qualifications and experience in financial services. Competitive compensation offered.

Qualifications

• Previous company secretarial experience in a regulated sector.
• Experience with European/UK Financial Services preferred.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and prioritize tasks.

Responsibilities

• Acting as Company/Committee Secretary to legal entities.
• Supporting chairs on governance responsibilities.
• Overseeing board and committee administration.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Discretion

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Flexibility

Education

Chartered Governance Professional or equivalent

Tools

Diligent Board portal

Job description

Work Location: Dublin, Ireland

Hours: 35

Line of Business: Governance & Control

Pay Details: We're committed to providing fair and equitable compensation to all our colleagues. As a candidate, we encourage you to have an open dialogue with a member of our HR Team and ask compensation related questions, including pay details for this role.

Job Description: The position is responsible for the oversight of corporate secretarial and corporate governance activities of certain TD Securities subsidiary boards/committees in the Europe (Ireland & UK) region and to ensure that such boards/committees are administered in line with relevant corporate governance, regulatory, legal and statutory requirements and in line with group policy. The position will also be involved in material governance projects to enhance local governance practices.

Main Responsibilities

• Acting as Company/Committee Secretary to certain legal entities/management committees in the region
• Acting as primary contact and advisor to the chairs on their responsibilities under the rules and regulations to which they are subject, including the parent's policies and procedures as they relate to subsidiary and board governance and entity management, and on how those responsibilities should be discharged
• Supporting the chairs in ensuring the boards/committees function efficiently and effectively
• Overseeing relevant board and board committee administration, including overseeing organisation of board and board committee meetings, preparation of agendas, collation, review, preparation and dissemination of papers, preparation of minutes and follow up of actions arising, preparation of resolutions, certificates, notices and other corporate documentation, maintenance of mandates, governance policies, calendars etc.
• Ensuring good information flows within the board and its committees and between senior management and directors
• Monitoring changes in relevant regulation and legislation and advising board on governance and corporate law/regulation updates accordingly

Qualifications and Experience Required

• Chartered Governance Professional or an equivalent level of professional qualification preferred
• Previous company secretarial experience including supporting a portfolio of subsidiary boards/committees in a highly regulated sector
• European/UK Financial Services experience and knowledge is preferred
• Asian Financial Services experience and knowledge would be welcomed
• Strong interpersonal skills - ability to work effectively and build strong relationships with individuals at all levels of an organisation, including senior management
• Ability to exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality
• Ability to prioritise effectively and remain calm and tactful under pressure
• Strong research/analytical skills and strong written communication skills
• Excellent organisation skills and accuracy and attention to detail
• Reliable, self-motivated and flexible
• Experience using Diligent Board portal preferred

At TD, we are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and communities in which we live and serve. If you require an accommodation for the recruitment/interview process (including alternate formats of materials, or accessible meeting rooms or other accommodation), please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.