Assistant Company Secretary

Exceed Human Resource Consultants; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 700 000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment firm is seeking a Company Secretary in Stellenbosch, South Africa. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in governance, compliance with the Companies Act, and the ability to manage board meetings and corporate transactions. Candidates should hold a relevant post-matric qualification and possess tools like Diligent Board books. Competitive salary and a supportive work environment are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in a company secretarial or governance role.
• Strong understanding of the Companies Act and compliance frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and file CIPC submissions and maintain statutory records.
• Advise investment managers on compliance with company policies.
• Support corporate transactions and implement board decisions.
• Organise board and committee meetings and manage documents.

Skills

Compliance with MOIs

Governance principles

Strong understanding of Companies Act

Organizational skills

Education

Post-matric Diploma or Advanced Certificate in a relevant field

Tools

Diligent Board books

OpenText

CIPC e-services

Digital signature platforms

MS Office Suite

Job description

Reference: 10752 SJ

Consultant: Sone Johnson

Job Description

• Prepare and file CIPC submissions and maintain statutory records.
• Advise investment managers on compliance with MOIs, company policies, and the Companies Act.
• Support corporate transactions, including drafting resolutions and implementing board decisions.
• Organise and manage board and committee meetings, including agendas, minutes, and follow-ups.
• Draft and review board documents, reports, and annual statutory documentation.
• Liaise with shareholders, directors, CIPC, and internal departments.
• Monitor and interpret legislative changes affecting governance and compliance.

Qualifications

• Post‑matric Diploma or Advanced Certificate in a relevant field.
• Minimum 5 years in a company secretarial or governance role.
• Strong understanding of the Companies Act, governance principles, and compliance frameworks.
• Experience with Diligent Board books, OpenText (preferred), CIPC e‑services, digital signature platforms, MS Office Suite.

How to Apply

• Email your comprehensive CV to [e-mail].
• If you are already registered, please forward your CV and the relevant reference number to the consultant with whom you are currently registered in order to avoid duplicity on our system.
• We reserve the right to only conduct interviews with candidates of choice.
• Applicants who have not received feedback within 30 days from the closing date must please accept their application as unsuccessful.