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The opportunity
A leading corporation expanding its footprint across Papua New Guinea is looking for an Assistant Company Secretary in Port Moresby to serve as a key pillar of its corporate governance team. The successful candidate will ensure that board operations and statutory compliance are managed with the highest level of professionalism. The role provides the essential legal and administrative support required to protect the interests of stakeholders and management while ensuring efficient organizational flow.

This is an ideal opportunity for a self-motivated, well-organized professional
in corporate governance or legal administration. The successful candidate will elevate their career by supporting the Board of Directors, ensuring seamless statutory compliance, and providing sound governance advice to the business. The role requires excellent analytical skills and attention to detail to navigate a complex regulatory environment within an organization undergoing significant and rapid change.

The role
The Assistant Company Secretary plays a central role in safeguarding the corporation’s legal and regulatory standing through meticulous governance management. Responsibilities include overseeing all in-house corporate secretarial functions, managing the lifecycle of board meetings, and ensuring the timely submission of all statutory returns to relevant authorities. The role serves as a key point of contact for external legal and regulatory bodies, providing clear instructions to ensure compliance goals are met. The overarching goal is to maintain a legally sound corporate environment through proactive management and cost-efficient administrative practices.

Main duties include:

• Ensure the Board fulfills all statutory and regulatory obligations across multiple operating jurisdictions.
• Provide legal advice and administrative support to the Company Secretary and Group CEO.
• Manage board processes, including agendas, training plans, fee administration, and performance reviews.
• Record meeting minutes and maintain action item trackers for all Board and Committee meetings.
• Oversee regulatory compliance, corporate records maintenance, and communications with stock exchanges and share registries.
• Administer the Diligent Boards portal and coordinate logistics for annual stockholder meetings.

Qualification and Experience:

• Formal Education: Bachelor of Laws Degree and a Certificate of Admission to the Supreme and National Courts of Papua New Guinea.
• Core Experience: Between 3 to 5 years of professional practice as a Company Secretary or Assistant Company Secretary is required.
• Corporate Background: Previous experience must be within a large, multi-jurisdictional corporate environment.
• Regional Expertise: At least 5 years of general professional practice in Papua New Guinea or other relevant operating jurisdictions.
• Industry Knowledge: Practical experience within the Financial Services industry is considered highly desirable for this role.
• Regulatory Clearance: Candidates must be able to obtain "Fit & Proper" certification granted by the Bank of Papua New Guinea.

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To Apply

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