Assistant Company Secretary

Guardrisk; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the financial services sector is seeking an Assistant Company Secretary to support the Company Secretary. The role involves ensuring compliance with legal and governance requirements, managing minute taking, and assisting with corporate legal matters. Candidates should have a solid understanding of insurance and corporate governance, along with relevant experience in company secretarial administration.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years’ experience in company secretarial administration.
• Sound knowledge of insurance and corporate governance.

Responsibilities

• Manage minute taking and administration of committees.
• Ensure compliance with the Companies Act and governance principles.
• Draft agendas and minutes for meetings.

Skills

Sound knowledge of insurance

Understanding of financial services

Corporate governance

Good Communication Skills

Education

CGISA qualification

Job description

As the Assistant Company Secretary, this individual will be responsible for supporting the Company Secretary and providing company secretarial services to Guardrisk Group.

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Role Purpose

The role will be required to ensure that all legal entities comply with legal, statutory, and governance requirements, and also contribute towards optimisation and continuous improvement of the department. The individual will manage minute taking and administration of the operational and management committees within the organisation. Additionally, the individual will assist the Company Secretary with corporate legal matters and overall governance, including communication, training, and reporting.

Requirements

• Sound knowledge and understanding of insurance, financial services, and corporate governance.
• A CGISA qualification (advantageous).
• At least 1-3 years’ experience in company secretarial administration.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Collate information for various forums and Committee packs, including operational and management meetings.
• Draft agendas in consultation with Chairpersons and liaise with committee members.
• Attend meetings and take accurate, professional minutes.
• Draft minutes for vetting by the Chairperson.
• Assist with drafting and executing company resolutions.
• Maintain statutory and secretarial records (manual and electronic) and with CIPC.
• Ensure compliance with the Companies Act, governance principles, and applicable legislation.
• Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with peers, clients, and stakeholders.
• Continuously develop personal expertise.
• Contribute to innovation by sharing and implementing new ideas.
• Manage time effectively to ensure productivity.

Competencies

• Business Acumen
• Client/Stakeholder Commitment
• Results Driven
• Self-Awareness and Insight
• Good Communication Skills (Verbal and Written)