Corporate Services & Governance Specialist

theapexgroup; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 250,000 - 380,000; Full time

Job summary

The Apex Group in Johannesburg is seeking an Administrative Specialist to support fund administration and company secretarial tasks for a portfolio of entities.

You will coordinate day-to-day client requests, reporting, and regulatory obligations, while working closely with senior administrators and clients.

The role requires at least 1 year in fund administration or related financial services, with strong MS Office skills and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in a fund administration role or relevant experience within financial services or law.
• An LLB, BCom, or a relevant business qualification is essential.
• Experience in corporate solutions, fiduciary services, legal work, or in-house company secretarial roles would be advantageous.
• Being an admitted attorney will further strengthen your application.
• A strong academic background in Chartered Secretary, Corporate Governance, Compliance, or similar fields is desirable.
• Willing to adapt and learn and work with a team.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• A basic understanding of AML requirements.
• A working knowledge of Company Law and Corporate Governance advantageous.
• Excellent organisational skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage client portfolio administration and company secretarial matters.
• Manage day-to-day client requests and reporting.
• Communicate directly with clients and managers to resolve queries.
• Assist with audits and filing of annual statutory financials statements.
• Coordinate AML/KYC requests and governance requirements for entities.
• Liaise with lawyers, auditors, bankers, tax advisors as required.
• Prepare minutes and maintain records for board meetings.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

AML knowledge

Microsoft Office

Team collaboration

Organisational skills

Regulatory awareness

Education

LLB or BCom or relevant business qualification

Admitted attorney

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The Apex Group in Johannesburg is seeking an Administrative Specialist to support fund administration and company secretarial tasks for a portfolio of entities.

You will coordinate day-to-day client requests, reporting, and regulatory obligations, while working closely with senior administrators and clients.

The role requires at least 1 year in fund administration or related financial services, with strong MS Office skills and attention to detail.