Assistant Company Secretary

What you will be doing :

• Ensure all legal entities comply with legal, statutory, and governance requirements.
• Contribute to the optimization and continuous improvement of the department.
• Manage minute-taking and administration of operational and management committees.
• Assist the Company Secretary with corporate legal matters and governance requirements, including communication, training, and reporting.
• 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 execution of company resolutions.
• Maintain statutory and secretarial records (manual and electronic) and ensure compliance with CIPC.
• Ensure all companies comply with the Companies Act, governance principles, and other relevant legislation.

What we are looking for :

A completed Legal Degree (non-negotiable).

2+ years experience in company secretarial administration.

Insurance industry experience (non-negotiable not banking).

CGISA qualification advantageous.

Sound knowledge and understanding of insurance, financial services, and corporate governance.

Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).

Computer literate and detail oriented.

Competencies : Business Acumen

Client / Stakeholder Commitment

Results Driven

Collaboration

Self-Awareness and Insight

Please note that if you do not hear from us within 3 weeks, consider your application unsuccessful.