Group Company Secretary Jobs

About the Company

The Small Enterprise Development Agency (SEDA) is a government agency under the Department of Small Business Development. We provide non-financial support to small businesses and cooperatives through 54 branches and over 100 incubation centers nationwide. Our services include business development support, compliance guidance, and access to resources for entrepreneurs.

Position: Group Company Secretary

Employment Type: Full-Time

Location: Pretoria, Gauteng

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert guidance on corporate compliance, governance, and regulatory matters
• Coordinate board activities including meeting schedules, agendas, and documentation
• Facilitate board member onboarding and ongoing development programs
• Develop governance frameworks aligned with PFMA, Companies Act, and King IV principles
• Monitor compliance with financial sector regulations and reporting requirements
• Prepare board performance assessments and improvement strategies
• Manage legal risk identification and mitigation processes
• Oversee department resources including staff, budgets, and assets

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Law or related field (NQF Level 7)
• Chartered Governance Professional (CGP) certification (required)
• Postgraduate qualification in Law or Governance (advantageous)

Experience Requirements

• 8+ years in corporate governance/board administration
• 5+ years in senior leadership roles
• Experience in financial sector compliance (preferred)

Application Process

Interested candidates meeting the requirements are invited to submit their applications through the official application portal. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Note: SEDA does not charge any fees during the recruitment process. Candidates are advised to report any suspicious requests to our ethics hotline.

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