Company Secretary
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Job Description
We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Group Head Company Secretary to lead and manage the corporate governance legal compliance and shareholder affairs for our client company. The ideal candidate will work closely with the company s board of directors to ensure the fulfillment of all governance requirements oversee compliance with legal and regulatory obligations (including the filing of annual returns and the convening of Annual General Meetings) and foster a positive organizational culture that promotes teamwork while enhancing the company s reputation. He/She will report directly to the Group Managing Director and the Group Head of HR & Administration.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement a comprehensive framework for regulatory and legal compliance. Ensure all operations meet timelines and adhere to applicable regulations.
Team Development: Build and manage a highly competent team providing training and guidance to ensure they achieve organizational performance objectives.
Operational Oversight: Coordinate with crossfunctional teams directors and departments to ensure compliance reviews are performed regularly and corrective actions are taken when necessary.
Board and Shareholder Support: Prepare agendas facilitate meetings (including AGMs) and draft resolutions and minutes. Ensure proper communication of board decisions.
Compliance Management: Oversee the company s adherence to legal regulatory and governance standards. Ensure timely updates to management regarding legislative changes and ensure appropriate compliance actions are taken.
Legal and Regulatory Filing: Manage the filing of legal documents annual reports financial statements and other statutory requirements.
Ethics and Governance: Promote ethical practices throughout the organization and maintain statutory records including registers of members directors and secretaries.
Reporting and MIS: Prepare and present accurate monthly quarterly and annual reports. Ensure reports align with business objectives functional requirements and compliance standards.
To perform other related duties or assignments as and when assigned.
Requirements
A first degree in Law Business Administration or a related field.
A minimum of 10 years of relevant experience including at least 5 years in a similar leadership role within an FMCG manufacturing organization with over 1000 employees.
Strong experience in handling governancerelated processes and legal compliance.
Willingness to Travel: Must be willing to travel as needed to meet business requirements across Nigeria/West Africa. The role is transferable and postings may be made to different locations.
Proven leadership capabilities with strong teambuilding skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively manage relationships with crossfunctional teams directors and external agencies.
Strong planning and decisionmaking capabilities.
Effective communication and negotiation skills.
Employment Type
Full Time
Company Industry
Consumer Goods Rental / Food Production / Wholesale Alcoholic Beverages
