Company Regulator Secretary (6-Month Contract)

We are looking to appoint a suitably qualified Company Regulator Secretary for an initial six (6) month contract with the option to extend based on funding availability and performance. The successful service provider will support the governing Board and Accounting Officer in overseeing governance functions ensuring legislative compliance and promoting sound corporate governance Company Regulator Secretary will be accountable to the Board and will provide governance and secretariat support to the Board and its sub-committees.

The purpose of this position is to ensure the effective functioning of governance structures and promote a high standard of corporate governance across the organisation by coordinating Board and committee processes ensuring compliance with applicable legislation and supporting strategic governance objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and facilitate Board and Committee meetings including preparation of meeting packs
  

• Develop annual work plans and meeting schedules in consultation with leadership
  

• Prepare agendas and record accurate minutes of meetings
  

• Monitor action items and follow up on resolutions
  

• Maintain governance registers and official records including declarations of interest
  

• Facilitate logistics and remuneration documentation for members
  

• Review and update committee charters and governance instruments annually
  

• Ensure compliance with governance frameworks and legislative requirements
  

• Draft governance compliance checklists and quarterly reports
  

• Provide governance guidance to Board members on legal duties and responsibilities
  

• Monitor legislative and regulatory developments affecting the entity
  

• Manage delegations of authority and governance policies
  

• Facilitate Board induction training and performance evaluations
  

• Contribute to annual reporting and respond to ad-hoc governance requests
  

Governance Structure Supported

The role provides support to the Board and the following sub-committees:

• Audit and Risk Committee
  

• Human Resources and Remuneration Committee
  

• Regulatory Committee
  

• Hearing Panels / Tribunals
  

The Board and committees meet quarterly and on an ad hoc basis as required.

Reporting Structure

• Reports to the Chief Executive Officer and Chairperson of the Board
  

• Hybrid working model with meetings held virtually and in-person as required
  

Contract Details

• Contract duration: 6 months (renewable up to 12 months subject to performance and funding)
  

• Start date: 01 April 2026
  

• Salary: R82 986.65 per month (fixed all-inclusive non-negotiable)
  

• Location: Durban (hybrid remote work with scheduled office presence)
  

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications & Experience

• LLB degree and admission as an Attorney or Advocate
  

• Masters degree (LLM) or Chartered Secretary qualification (advantageous)
  

• 510 years experience in a legal or public sector corporate secretariat environment
  

• At least 5 consecutive years serving as a Company Secretary
  

• Membership with a recognised governance or secretariat professional body (advantageous)
  

Knowledge Requirements

• Governance best practices and King IV principles
  

• Public sector legislative and regulatory frameworks
  

• Board and committee governance processes
  

• Risk management and strategic governance principles
  

Skills & Competencies

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  

• Leadership and decision-making ability
  

• Analytical and problem-solving capability
  

• Planning and organisational skills
  

• Negotiation skills
  

• Computer literacy
  

• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines
  

• People management capability