Company Secretary (Harare)

Job Description

The incumbent will be responsible providing company secretarial and legal services to the company.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Advise on all legal matters pertaining to commercial, operational, legal and.regulatory compliance risks associated with business operations.
• Provide Company Secretarial services to the Board of Directors.
• Develop annual calendar of Quarterly Board and Committee meetings, Board.seminars, ad hoc meetings and AGM.
• Organise and prepare agenda’s and papers for Board, Board Committee meetings and AGM.
• To attend all Board and Board Committee meetings as well as the AGM to record minutes, highlighting decisions and ensure next steps are approved and distributed in a timely manner.
• Demonstrate and Maintain a thorough understanding of regulatory issues and the regulatory framework in which the business operates and take responsibility for the development of informed solutions.
• Coordinating with Advocates/Counsel on behalf of the Company in respect of Court Cases.
• Deliver consistent, timely, accurate, quality and business-focused legal adviceon all commercial matters based on extensive research and studies of case law and statutory provisions.
• Prepare the Company’s annual returns and any other statutory returns in line with the requirements of the Registrar of Companies.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor of Laws Honours Degree (LLBS).
• Must be a registered legal practitioner with the Law Society of Zimbabwe.
• More than 5 years of post-qualification experience, preferably handling corporate secretarial matters.
• Proven track record of collaborating with cross-functional teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex legal concepts in a clear and concise manner and to communicate deftly with stakeholders at all levels.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast- paced environment.
• In-depth legal knowledge of the FMCG environment would be an added advantage.
• Strong report writing and presentation skills using the latest available technology.

Other

How to Apply

If you wish to be considered, submit your application to: emmanuel.jinda@proservehr.com or to: calistas.bumhira@proservehr.com or alternatively visit www.proservehr.com to apply and register.