Assistant Company Secretary

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Assistant Company Secretary to support the Board and its committees in Cape Town. The role will act as the primary liaison between the Board and internal and external stakeholders, ensuring smooth day‑to‑day operations and compliance with corporate governance standards.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate Board meetings, committee meetings and related documentation.
• Prepare agendas, minutes and resolutions in line with statutory requirements.
• Maintain statutory registers and ensure timely filing of company filings.
• Facilitate communication between the Board, senior management and shareholders.
• Monitor compliance with the Companies Act, King IV and other governance frameworks.

Required profile

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a corporate governance or company secretarial environment.
• CIS qualification or an equivalent company secretarial qualification.
• Membership of the Institute of Directors South Africa (IoDSA) is an advantage.
• Strong understanding of corporate governance best practices.

Required skills

• In‑depth knowledge of the Companies Act and King IV Code.
• Excellent organisational and coordination abilities.