About the role
This is a broad and highly visible governance role, providing company secretariat and corporate governance support across a complex group of entities. You will work closely with Boards, Board Committees, CEOs, senior executives and other key stakeholders, playing a key role in ensuring strong governance practices and regulatory compliance across the organisation.
Key responsibilities
- Act as Company Secretary for a number of group entities, ensuring compliance with the Corporations Act and relevant governance requirements.
- Provide high-quality company secretariat support to Boards and Committees, including agenda development, Board papers, meeting coordination, minute taking and action tracking.
- Act as a key liaison between Boards, Committees, Management and senior executives.
- Provide practical advice to Boards and management on corporate governance, company law and governance best practice.
- Develop, review and maintain governance frameworks, including Charters, policies, delegations, registers and accountability documents.
- Monitor compliance with corporate governance requirements, identify gaps and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Support Board effectiveness reviews, director inductions and the recruitment of new Directors and Committee Chairs.
- Coordinate director professional development and continuing education programs across governance and regulatory topics.
- Manage ASIC filings and maintain corporate and statutory registers.
- Lead and mentor a small team, fostering a high-performance and collaborative culture.
About you
- 5+ years' experience in company secretarial and broader corporate governance roles within an Australian listed or unlisted organisation.
- Experience within financial services, insurance or another highly regulated workplace will be highly regarded.
- A relevant governance qualification from the Governance Institute of Australia or similar professional body.
- Strong knowledge of Australian company law and corporate governance obligations.
- Demonstrated experience supporting Boards and Committees, including Board papers, agendas, minutes and governance processes.
- Strong communication, influencing and stakeholder management skills.
- The ability to build trusted relationships with Directors, CEOs, executives and senior stakeholders.
- Exceptional attention to detail and a high standard of written communication.
- Strong judgement and discretion when dealing with sensitive and complex matters.
- A proactive approach to identifying opportunities to improve governance frameworks and processes.
📌 Company Secretary (Brisbane)
🏢 Tom
📍 Brisbane