Company Secretary Insurance

Outsidecapital; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance provider in Johannesburg seeks an accomplished Company Secretary to oversee governance functions, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. You will report directly to the Chief Risk Officer, driving best practices and fostering a culture of transparency. The ideal candidate will hold an LLB Degree and a CGISA qualification, accompanied by at least 5 years of relevant experience in corporate governance, particularly in the insurance sector. This full-time role presents a significant career opportunity in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years direct experience as a Company Secretary.
• 2+ years experience as a Legal Advisor.
• Proven experience in high-quality Board and Committee minute-taking.
• Experience within the Insurance industry.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the Company Secretarial function and statutory duties.
• Prepare and distribute board meeting packs.
• Attend meetings, taking accurate minutes and drafting resolutions.
• Maintain corporate records in compliance with the Companies Act.
• Draft and advise on governance policies.

Skills

Exceptional written and verbal communication

Strong stakeholder management

Excellent governance research

High attention to detail

Education

LLB Degree or equivalent legal qualification

CGISA qualification

Job description

Job Description

Role Title

Company Secretary

Client Summary

Our client is a highly respected and established leader within the competitive South African Insurance sector . They are renowned for their commitment to robust governance operational integrity and delivering trusted financial services solutions. This role offers a unique opportunity to step into a pivotal governance function reporting directly to the Chief Risk Officer and ensuring the seamless operation of the entire Groups corporate structure within a stable and high-performing environment.

Job Description

We are seeking a highly accomplished and legally astute professional to serve as the cornerstone of our clients corporate governance framework. This is a high-impact replacement role where you will own the entire Company Secretarial function driving best practices and ensuring absolute statutory compliance across the Group.

You will move beyond routine compliance to actively contribute to strategic risk mitigation policy development and the continuous improvement of governance processes. This position demands a proactive leader who can translate complex legal requirements into actionable governance strategies foster strong relationships with the Board and executive management and champion transparency and stakeholder trust. If you thrive in an environment where your expertise directly underpins organizational integrity and are ready to take full ownership of a critical function this is your next career defining move.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the full end-to-end Company Secretarial function partnering effectively with external service providers to ensure flawless execution of all statutory duties.
• Lead the preparation and distribution of comprehensive board and committee meeting packs ensuring all documentation meets stringent regulatory and governance prerequisites.
• Attend all critical meetings taking accurate professional minutes and ensuring timely drafting and execution of all formal resolutions.
• Act as the primary custodian for all corporate records ensuring meticulous maintenance and compliance with the Companies Act and CIPC requirements.
• Drive governance excellence by drafting maintaining and advising on the Groups delegation of authority framework terms of reference and governance policies (e.g. aligning with King IV principles).
• Provide expert legal and governance advisory input on corporate matters proactively identifying and mitigating potential risks for the Group.
• Serve as the key liaison with statutory bodies including the FSCA PA and CIPC managing required engagements and reporting.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement within the function by identifying efficiencies mentoring team members and championing new governance technologies and methodologies.
• Stay ahead of legislative changes impacting corporate law and governance communicating critical updates and implementation strategies to senior management.

Requirements

Education & Professional Qualifications

LLB Degree or equivalent legal qualification (Must-Have)

CGISA (Chartered Governance Institute of Southern Africa) qualification Non-Negotiable Must-Have

Experience

Minimum 35 years direct experience operating as a Company Secretary within a complex corporate structure (Must-Have)

Minimum 2 years experience as a Legal Advisor or in a similar legal advisory capacity (Must-Have)

At least 3 years proven experience in high-quality Board and Committee minute-taking (Must-Have)

Mandatory experience within the Insurance industry ideally from a large or complex insurer (Non-Negotiable Must-Have)

Technical Knowledge

Strong understanding of :

• Corporate Law
• King IV governance principles
• The Companies Act
• Regulatory bodies including FSCA PA CIPC
• Familiarity with insurance-specific terminology and regulatory frameworks

Skills & Competencies

• Exceptional written and verbal communication
• Strong stakeholder management across executive and board levels
• Excellent governance research drafting and policy development capability
• Ability to translate legal requirements into practical governance frameworks
• High attention to detail and professional scepticism

Nice-to-Have

Experience reporting to or working closely with a Chief Risk Officer or equivalent senior executive

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Employment Type : Full-Time

Vacancy : 1