About us
On our journey to be Australia's bank of choice, we continue to set the example of how banking should be: progressive, innovative, sustainable, shared, and most importantly, trusted.
Our Corporate Secretariat is a critical support function of the Bendigo and Adelaide Bank group. Our highly capable team of passionate professionals provide top tier executive corporate administrative support and governance advice to the Bank's board and board committees, as well as its subsidiaries, and joint ventures. Our tight knit but geographically dispersed team strive for excellence, support each other, and learn together in a fun and fast-paced environment.
About the role
We currently have a six-month fixed term contract position available for an Assistant Company Secretary to join the team working either full time or part time four days per week.
As a seasoned professional in the banking / finance corporate secretariat space, ideally having worked for an ASX-listed company, you'll be able to hit the ground running and easily step in to assist the team. A key focus of the role will be reporting, leading the annual financial reporting and AGM. Experience using Atticus therefore is highly desirable.
This role can be based in either Melbourne or Bendigo for the days that you are in the office, and then other days you'll be working from home to help better balance your life and work.
**As Assistant Company Secretary you will be**:
as passionate as we are about good governance practices
super-efficient in managing board and board committee meetings
consistent in complying with legal and regulatory obligations (ASX, ASIC, and APRA)
persistent in sharing your ideas, and encouraging of others to do the same
an advocate for effective and efficient procedures
proactive in resolving queries from our stakeholders
agile and outcome focused in a fast-paced environment
About you
**To be successful in the role, you'll have**:
a tertiary qualification preferably in law, business law, or corporate administration
membership of the Governance Institute of Australia (ideally with a GIA Graduate Diploma) or the Australian Institute of Company Directors
relevant experience as a company secretary within the banking/finance industry with an ASX-listed company
experience leading annual reporting and AGMs
solid working knowledge of financial services legislation (eg. Banking, wealth management, superannuation, financial planning), APRA Prudential standards, and ASX Listing Rules (preferably)
completed the online ASX listing officer course
outstanding verbal and written communication skills
expertise using Microsoft 365, SharePoint, DocuSign, Diligent and GEMS
experience with Atticus highly desirable
What we offer
There's so much more to a career with Bendigo and Adelaide Bank than just banking.
Working with us opens the door to a whole lot more than a fee free account. Get real benefits, work life balance and flexibility. A career with Bendigo and Adelaide Bank will see you become part of the team, your contribution will be valued, and you'll get all the assistance you need to reach your full potential within a flexible work environment.
Bring your brilliant mind and we'll help you take your learning to the next level with on-the-job training and external development opportunities - we want you to shine. After all, YOU are the difference that makes us the better big bank.
Be quick to apply Applications will be reviewed as they are received and may close before the listed closing date of 4th May. If you're excited to be part of an organisation with strong values and a community focus - then this could be the role for you