Company Secretary

1 week ago

Lagos, Nigeria FMCG SEARCH Full time

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Group Head – Company Secretary to lead and manage the company’s corporate governance, legal compliance, and shareholder affairs. The ideal candidate will work closely with company directors to ensure all governance requirements are met, oversee compliance with legal and regulatory obligations such as filing annual returns and holding AGMs, and promote a positive organizational culture that fosters teamwork and enhances the company’s reputation. He/She will be reporting to the Group Managing Director and Group Head 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 cross-functional 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 1,000 employees.

· Strong experience in handling governance-related 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 team-building skills.

· Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively manage relationships with cross-functional teams, directors, and external agencies.

· Strong planning and decision-making capabilities.

· Effective communication and negotiation skills.

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