The role entails managing a portfolio of clients and providing end-to-end support on all company secretarial and corporate governance matters.
Key Responsibilities
Provide board and board committee meetings support services, including convening, attending the meetings and preparation of drafts set of minutes
Provide support in the preparation for and attendance of Annual General Meetings.
Monitor the calendar and prompt clients and attend to the annual statutory corporate compliance for the companies in the portfolio, as required under the Company Act.
Provide services on matters such as registration compliance and observance of regulations on share register
Offer advisory services on corporate governance, compliance and other current trends to the firm's clients
Prepare and review Beneficial Ownership Articles of Association, Shareholders' Agreements, Board of Directors Charters, shareholding structure among others
Assisting in Board induction, Board trainings and Board evaluations
Ensure adequate planning for all the assignment assigned before commencement and ensure proper execution in line with the work plan and timelines
Take charge of client relationship management ensuring all clients receive satisfactory services at all levels.
Update work on CRM, prepare and report work progress during weekly meetings
Qualifications & Experience
CPS qualification and membership with ICPSK
Degree in Law (LLB) or business from a recognized University will be an added advantage.
At least 2 years' experience in company secretarial practice
Proficiency in corporate governance and regulatory compliance
Demonstrated experience in statutory documentation and filing
Good analytical skills with attention to detail
Excellent leadership and management skills
Strong problem solving and advisory skills
Good communication, presentation and report writing skills
Candidate must be self-motivated to start and complete tasks with minimal supervision and within minimum time.