SUMMARY:
To provide a comprehensive range of company secretarial services in compliance with prevailing IDC corporate governance framework.
The services provided by the Department include those required by various statutes and regulations, as well as “value added†services over and above the legal and regulatory requirements.
The role o...
POSITION INFO:
To provide a comprehensive range of company secretarial services in compliance with prevailing IDC corporate governance framework.
The services provided by the Department include those required by various statutes and regulations, as well as “value added†services over and above the legal and regulatory requirements.
The role of the Senior Company Secretary is to provide a suite of company secretariat duties to the Corporation and associated subsidiaries, ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements specifically those specified by the Companies Act and King V.
The role incumbent, under the guidance of the Deputy Company Secretary, provides support to the Board Committees, Management Committees as well as to Subsidiary Companies.
The role incumbent will be responsible for drafting agendas, taking accurate minutes, processing action plans and facilitating a practical committee management process.
• A legal qualification or equivalent degree (B Com; B Com (Law); BA (Law), B. Proc, LLB);
• CIS or equivalent qualification will be an added advantage;
• A postgraduate degree (LLM / MBA / MBL) will be an added advantage;
• Admitted Attorney will be advantageous.
• Minimum 8-10 years proven experience within a Company Secretarial or similar environment;
• Previous experience operating at senior level would be advantageous;
• Knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act, 1999 and other relevant public service legislation;
• Knowledge of the JSE Debt and Securities Listing Requirements;
• Understanding of Financial Services.
• Organise, schedule, and manage Board and committee meetings, annual general meetings (AGMs), and management meetings.
• Collate, review, and ensure the timely distribution of high-quality board agendas and supporting materials.
• Accurately record and document the proceedings of meetings, track action items, and ensure directives are implemented.
• Advise the Board and individual directors collectively on their fiduciary duties, corporate powers, and regulatory obligations.
• Develop, review, and implement corporate governance frameworks, policies, and committee charters to align with best practices (e.g., King V).
• Manage the induction and onboarding of new directors, coordinate ongoing professional training, and facilitate annual board evaluations.
• Ensure the Corporation and its major subsidiaries adhere to local corporate laws (e.g., the IDC Act, Companies Act) and, if applicable, stock exchange listing rules and disclosure regulations.
• Oversee and approve the filing of annual returns, statutory documents, and regulatory e-forms with authorities, particularly for subsidiaries.
TECHNICAL BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES
• Expert knowledge of corporate governance issues, corporate law, and compliance monitoring
• A sound knowledge grasp of Company Secretarial practice and the administrative requirements imposed by corporate legislation
• Ability to conduct reviews of the regulatory framework and to conduct research
• Tact required to navigate complex board dynamics
• Impeccable business writing skills
• Strong communication skills
• Strong analytical capability
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Ability to cope with new business demands and adhere to outlined turnaround times
• Ability to work independently, without guidance and in a team
• Ability to maintain confidential information
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LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES
• Resilience
• Decisiveness in Execution
• People Engagement
• Communication and Engagement
• Diverse Stakeholder Management
• Innovation
• Change leadership
• Strategic Thinking
• Business Mind Set
