Address- Report to the CEO and Board
- Full time or part time (4 days)
- Legal, compliance and corporate governance focus
A rare opportunity has arisen for an experienced Company Secretary to join this established and growing organisation. This role will be responsible for facilitating the company's corporate governance processes and providing advice to the board, committees, CEO and executives on governance, legal and compliance matters.
Key aspects of the role include:
- Manage all aspects of the governance function and promote good governance practices throughout the organisation.
- Support the development of the governance framework, with clear delegations.
- Provide advice to the Board, Committees, CEO and Executive on governance, legal and compliance matters.
- Establish and lead an effective system for all matters that require legal advice and interpretation including providing advice on contracts and legal matters.
- Oversee and draft amendments to the Constitutions, Board Charter and Committee Terms of Reference.
- Develop, implement, communicate, and maintain governance and compliance policies, processes and procedures.
- Provide advice on good practice in corporate governance as well as standards of ethical behaviour.
- Research, understand and apply good governance practices and regulatory obligations.
- Provide technically correct, practical commercial advice in relation to the Corporations Act
- Oversee organisational compliance with Constitutions, the Corporations Act and other governance requirements.
- Manage projects as delegated by the Chair or CEO
- Convene the Annual General Meeting and ensure such meetings are properly called and held.
- Ensure the Annual Report is compiled and distributed, with any relevant updates, in a timely manner.
- Supporting the recruitment, appointment and induction of Board and Committee members.
- Supporting the facilitation of professional development programs.
- Assisting with Board evaluations.
- Coordinating and assisting with succession planning.
- Ensuring records of Members' and Directors' meetings are kept in compliance with the Corporations Act and Constitution.
- Provide secretarial support to the Board and selected Committees.
- Provide guidance and support to staff to ensure smooth flow of Executive, Committee and Board agendas, papers and action items.
- Ensure records of Members' and Directors' meetings are kept in compliance with the Corporations Act and the Constitutions.
Our ideal applicant will have recent experience in a similar role, providing advice and support to Boards, Committees and Executive staff. You should have a well-developed knowledge of Corporate Governance requirements and compliance and an ability to communicate effectively with the Board, Committee members and Executive staff.
The position requires a high level of attention to detail, accuracy and professionalism in all written communication, reports, minutes and correspondence. Your ability to organise, prioritise and execute multiple tasks to meet deadlines is critical to your success, as is your understanding and adherence to confidentiality and privacy, and your handling of sensitive matters in a professional manner.
Your membership of the Australian Institute of Company Directors (or equivalent) and your legal qualification (or equivalent) will add significant weight to your application.
