Assistant Company Secretary Sandton

Redefine Properties Limited is actively recruiting for a Assistant Company Secretary position in Sandton. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals in the General sector looking to advance their careers.

• Experience Level: 5 - 8 years • Educational Background: Undergraduate degree in Company Law or Corporate Commercial Law or related governance qualification or equivalent • Industry Focus: General • Location Preference: in Sandton

The Assistant Company Secretary position is an important role within the General sector, offering meaningful career development and professional growth opportunities.

This role in General offers valuable career progression opportunities aligned with your experience level and professional aspirations.

When applying for this Assistant Company Secretary position, ensure your CV highlights: • Relevant experience matching the 5 - 8 years requirement • Educational qualifications in line with Undergraduate degree in Company Law or Corporate Commercial Law or related governance qualification • Specific achievements in the General field • Any certifications or specialized training

The General sector in South Africa continues to show strong demand for skilled professionals. This position represents a valuable opportunity in the current job market.

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Salary: Market Related Job Type: Permanent Sectors: General Real Estate Reference: 204856 Job Type: Permanent Sectors: General Real Estate Reference: 204856 Sectors: General Real Estate Reference: 204856 Reference: 204856

Employer: Redefine Properties Limited

 Primary Purpose of the Job: The role of the Assistant Company secretary is to provide primary support to all stakeholders in respect of statutory and regulatory compliance within the Redefine group as well as administrative matters relating to the various governance structures in accordance with the Companies Act, King Code requirements and other relevant legislation. Work with the Company Secretary to implement the governance strategic plan groupwide. Key Performance Area’s (KPA’s):   Supervises Statutory/Regulatory Compliance Support the Company Secretary with regards to compliance with JSE Listings Requirements, Companies Act and other relevant regulations and standards. Administer Schedule 13 declarations by new directors (where necessary)Ensures adherence to CIPC requirements with all statutory compliance requirements with regards to all Redefine Group of CompaniesManage and maintain all share registers for subsidiary companies and relevant associate companies. Provide business support with regards to statutory compliance. Timeous update of NED disclosure on company website in line with debt listing requirementsDeregistration and registration of companies/SPVs/trusts  Provide Company Secretarial Administrative support Ensure efficient administration of all subsidiariesProvides governance support with regards to company secretarial work for allocated governance structures. Oversee timeous coordination and scheduling of meetings and key corporate matters as per the corporate Calendar - Board, Committee and selected subsidiaries and internal governance structures. Review and update company letterheads and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and timeous communication with all relevant stakeholders. Timeous drafting and execution of resolutions in line with Group Governance Framework  Company Secretarial portfolioCommittee secretary for allocated internal governance structures including but not limited to Risk Management Committee; Employment Equity Forum and allocated subsidiary boardsAdministrative support including meeting scribe to Exco and Manco as and when required. Meeting Administration Process Manage meeting administration process with all stakeholders to ensure inter alia:Timeous Distribution of Board and Committee meeting packs. Timeous Distribution of matters arising for board and committee meeting (as and when required)Draft and Timeous distribution of minutes and matters arising for allocated governance structuresTimeous preparation of agenda and annual workplan for allocated governance structures Support with Company Secretarial budget administration Provide input for the compilation of the annual Company Secretariat Budget. Administration of shareholder reports from transfer secretary Engage with relevant third parties for reports on adhoc project (e.g. dematerialization and reunification projects),Manage monthly reports from Transfer secretaries and work with finance to track unclaimed dividends to maintain compliance with dividend policy. Retrieve the required information for the annual general meeting. Risk & Compliance Management Ensures compliance with relevant legislation. Controls, manages and governs the processes and systems within area of accountability to ensure compliance and minimise the business risk. Preparation of documentation for annual audits and other assurance providersImplement all audit recommendations in area of accountability and resolve audit findings timeously. Designs, obtains approval, implements, and maintains policies within area of responsibility. Monitor submission of Politically Exposed Person’s annual declarationsOversee timeous execution of annual compliance checklist. Governance advisory and execution strategic plan Effective Governance of trusts, subsidiaries and allocated internal governance structuresDraft and review constitutional documents for assigned internal governance structuresSupport Company Secretary on periodic or adhoc projects including but not limited to:Timeous execution of gap analysis for Redefine Group of companies from time to time. Prepare relevant sections of the integrated annual report (including notice of AGM, and Governance report)Communication of new developments for identified governance matters (e.g. insider trading, King Code, JSE Listings Requirements and legislation)Timeous execution of governance frameworks and all related governance procedures for allocated governance structuresTimeous input of the King Code and ISO 37000 application registersSupport with the compilation and review of Directors ManualSupervise the development and implementation of departmental systems and procedures.  Job Specific Requirements:  Job Knowledge:Statutory and regulatory compliance with inter alia Companies Act, JSE Listings Requirements and King Code (required)Financial Market Services Act (insider trading) (required)Administration of SENS announcements Takeover regulatory panel (required) Job Related Skills: Oral and written communication skills (essential)General administrative and report writing skills (essential)Problem solving skills (required)Computer proficiency skills (essential)Time management skills (essential) Job Experience:5-8 years’ experience with a strong corporate commercial background(essential) Education: Undergraduate degree in Company Law or Corporate Commercial Law or related governance qualification (required)Postgraduate in CIS (required) Competencies EssentialAttention to detail (Advanced)Assertiveness (Advanced)Time management (Expert)Communication (diplomacy, written, verbal) (Advanced) Functional Competencies:Analytical Ability (Competent)Process and Technological Competence (Competent)Document Management (Competent)Statutory Compliance (Expert)