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Company Secretary

Summary

Sri Lanka

Remote

LKR

-

Full-time

Category

Other

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Roles & Responsibilities

OVERVIEW:

Our client is a leading secreterial firm seeking for a Company Secretary who will be responsible for ensuring the company complies with statutory and regulatory requirements, maintaining high standards of corporate governance, and providing legal advice on corporate matters. The role requires a thorough understanding of corporate law, governance practices, and compliance procedures.

SALARY : Open

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1.Legal Advisory:

  • Provide legal advice to the board and management on corporate matters, contracts, and other legal issues.
  • Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and other legal documents.
  • Manage litigation, arbitration, and other dispute resolution processes involving the company.
  • Liaise with external legal advisors and regulatory authorities as necessary.

2.Corporate Governance:

  • Ensure that the company adheres to corporate governance practices and principles.
  • Organize and attend board meetings and annual general meetings (AGMs), ensuring that they comply with legal requirements.
  • Prepare and circulate agendas, minutes, and other relevant documentation for board and committee meetings.
  • Advise the board of directors on their legal and corporate responsibilities and matters of corporate governance.

3.Compliance:

  • Monitor changes in relevant legislation and the regulatory environment and take appropriate action.
  • Ensure the company complies with legal and regulatory requirements, including filings with regulatory bodies.
  • Maintain statutory books, including registers of members, directors, and secretaries.
  • File annual returns and other statutory documentation with regulatory authorities.

4.Record Keeping:

  • Maintain and update the company’s corporate records and ensure the safe custody of corporate documents.
  • Manage the company’s intellectual property portfolio, including trademarks and patents.

5.Risk Management:

  • Identify potential areas of compliance vulnerability and risk, and develop/implement corrective action plans.
  • Promote a culture of compliance and ethical behavior within the organization.

6.Communication:

  • Act as a point of communication between the board, shareholders, and senior management.
  • Facilitate effective communication and coordination between the company and its stakeholders.

Pre Requisites

  • Bachelor’s degree in Administration or equivalent.
  • Overall 8+ years in Company Secretarial experience
  • Membership in a relevant professional body (e.g., Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators) is advantageous.

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