Corporate Secretary & Board Governance Liaison

Peoples Bank; Newton (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Peoples Bank seeks a Corporate Secretary to provide executive-level support to the CEO, CFO, Board of Directors, and subsidiaries. This role serves as the governance chief liaison, maintains SEC compliance, and administers the Board portal and related processes.

The position requires paralegal or shareholder reporting experience, knowledge of MNPI, and familiarity with bank policies and bylaws. Strong communication and confidentiality are essential.

Qualifications

• College-level business courses or degree required
• Medallion Stamp User Certification and Notary Public required
• Experience in an executive-level business support role
• Experience recording and writing minutes of Board and Committee meetings
• Understanding of MNPI and insider trading sensitivities
• Knowledge of bank policies, Mission, and Bylaws

Responsibilities

• Acts as Corporate Secretary and liaison with transfer agent and legal counsel.
• Primary liaison for shareholders and Board portal administrator.
• Prepares agendas and attends monthly Board and Committee meetings.
• Advises Board and senior management on governance practices and fiduciary obligations.
• Maintains SEC governance requirements and coordinates the Medallion Stamp Program.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Microsoft Office

Board portals

DTCC authorizations

Notary Public

Medallion Stamp Certification

Public company governance

Education

Medallion Stamp User Certification

Notary Public

College-level business courses or degree

Business related degree

Shareholder Services Professional Certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe

Board/Shareholder portals

Job description

Peoples Bank seeks a Corporate Secretary to provide executive-level support to the CEO, CFO, Board of Directors, and subsidiaries. This role serves as the governance chief liaison, maintains SEC compliance, and administers the Board portal and related processes.

The position requires paralegal or shareholder reporting experience, knowledge of MNPI, and familiarity with bank policies and bylaws. Strong communication and confidentiality are essential.