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Assistant Company Secretary

Sydney Temporary AU$150,000 - AU$170,000 per year View Job Description
We are on the lookout for an experienced Assistant Company Secretary to join a well-respected not-for-profit organisation during a significant period of transformation. You'll play a key role in ensuring the effective operation of the Board and Committees while contributing to governance, compliance, and corporate secretariat activities.
  • Assistant Company Secretary | Leading NFP | Immediate Start
  • You'll play a key role in the effective operation of the Board and Committees.

About Our Client

This established organisation operates within the education sector and works closely with government, regulatory bodies, and key stakeholders across New South Wales. The organisation is currently navigating a period of change, including new Board members, evolving governance structures, and executive leadership transitions.

Job Description

  • Coordinating Board and Committee meetings, including agenda preparation, board paper collation and minute taking
  • Managing governance reporting requirements
  • Maintaining statutory registers and governance documentation
  • Preparing and coordinating ASIC and ACNC filings
  • Supporting internal governance and compliance initiatives
  • Assisting with Board policies, delegations, codes of conduct and governance frameworks
  • Supporting subsidiary entity governance activities
  • Liaising confidently with Board members, senior executives and key stakeholders
  • Providing additional support across governance, risk and compliance projects as required



The Successful Applicant

You will ideally bring:

  • Previous experience as an Assistant Company Secretary
  • Strong knowledge of corporate governance principles and Board processes
  • Experience preparing ASIC and ACNC submissions
  • Exposure to board and committee administration
  • Exceptional written communication and minute-taking skills
  • The ability to manage multiple stakeholders and competing priorities
  • A proactive, hands-on approach and the ability to work autonomously
  • Governance Institute or AICD qualifications (or working towards) highly regarded
  • Experience within a not-for-profit, education, healthcare, faith-based or regulated environment will be highly advantageous

What's on Offer

  • Fixed-term contract.
  • Salary of AUD $170,000
  • Exposure to Board, Committee and executive-level decision making
  • Diverse governance, compliance and secretariat responsibilities
  • Significant scope to make an impact during a period of organisational change
  • Sydney CBD location
  • Immediate start available
  • Location in Sydney.



For a confidential discussion, please contact lorenadefreitas@michaelpage.com.au. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, with an immediate start available for the successful candidate.

Contact
Lorena De Freitas
Quote job ref
JN-102026-7133280
Phone number
+61282218135

Job summary

Function
Legal
Specialisation
Company Secretary
Industry
Not For Profit
Location
Sydney
Job Type
Temporary
Consultant name
Lorena De Freitas
Consultant phone
+61282218135
Job Reference
JN-102026-7133280

Diversity & Inclusion at Michael Page

We don't just accept difference - we celebrate it. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for this role and are committed to building inclusive, diverse workplaces where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. Michael Page acknowledge and pay our respects to the Traditional Custodians of the land we operate on.