Overview
A leading renewables energy organisation is looking for an Assistant Company Secretary to join their in-house legal team, reporting into the General Counsel and Company Secretary. The role entails supporting the board and corporate governance requirements for the company, including ASIC lodgements, preparation and circulation of board agendas and papers, development and maintenance of governance policies and procedures, annual renewal of corporate insurances, preparation of the corporate governance statement and directors' report for the annual report, and document management.
Key Responsibilities
* Assist the General Manager, Legal with all company secretarial responsibilities for the company, including:
o Coordination of all Board and Committee meetings; issuing calendar invitations, preparing agendas, liaising with directors and the business, and compiling and distributing papers
o Drafting of Board and Audit & Risk Committee papers in relation to governance and policy matters
o Ensuring the efficient conduct of board and committee meetings; drafting minutes and circulating resolutions in a timely manner
o Preparation of the Corporate Governance Statement and Directors' Report for the Annual Report
o Management of all lodgements with ASIC in a timely manner
o Maintaining a register of directors' interests and a register of advisers; assisting directors and management with identification of conflicts of interest
o Drive process improvements and efficiencies in the company secretariat function
* Providing assistance with the implementation of policies and procedures, including providing training
* Compiling and maintaining documentation relating to legal transactions
Key Requirements
* Degree qualified (Legal preferred but may not be practising) and member of the Governance Institute of Australia
* Ideally five years' experience supporting a board in a company secretary/governance function
* Proven experience working with the board
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Ability to influence and build relationships at all levels
* Ability to manage conflicting deadlines
* Experience with Diligent or similar board paper platform is advantageous
What We Offer
This role offers a broad scope of company secretarial responsibilities, with opportunities for development and increasing responsibility. It also offers the chance to work in a small, collegial legal team within a flexible environment.
How to Apply
To apply for this opportunity, please click the apply now button below or contact Suzie Large on 0434 294 665.
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