Our client is seeking a proactive and detail‑oriented Deputy Corporate Secretary to join their Corporate Secretary. This role plays a key part in supporting strong governance practices, ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory obligations, and delivering high‑quality support to the Board, its committees, and the executive leadership team.
Reporting to the Corporate Secretary, you will provide strategic and administrative assistance on corporate governance matters, manage Board and committee processes, and act as delegate for the Corporate Secretary when required.
Key Responsibilities
- Advise and support the Board and senior leaders on governance, compliance, and best practice.
- Maintain and update governance frameworks, policies, and registers.
- Coordinate and prepare Board and committee agendas, papers, and minutes.
- Ensure accurate record‑keeping of key governance documents and statutory registers.
- Manage the annual Board and committee calendar, ensuring timely delivery of papers.
- Liaise with Board members and provide logistical and administrative support.
- Monitor changes in legislation and governance standards and advise on impacts.
- Support Board‑related events, training, and special governance projects.
- Act as liaison between the Board, Executive team, senior leaders, and external stakeholders.
- Assist in identifying and managing governance‑related risks.
You are an organised, collaborative professional who thrives in a governance environment. You can anticipate the needs of senior leaders, manage multiple priorities under pressure, and provide accurate, high‑quality governance support.
What You’ll Bring
- Tertiary qualifications in law, governance, or a related field (Chartered Secretary status highly regarded).
- At least 3 years’ experience in a governance or corporate secretarial role, ideally within the public or not‑for‑profit sector.
- Advanced written, verbal, and presentation skills with the ability to influence stakeholders.
- Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and attention‑to‑detail skills.
- Proven experience supporting Boards and senior executives.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and experience with the Diligent Board portal (highly regarded).
- Ability to build strong relationships with Board members, executives, regulators, and key stakeholders.
- Commitment to confidentiality, integrity, and governance excellence.
lruddy@sharpandarter.com.au
0450363147
