Junior Consultant - Corporate Governance at Forvis Mazars Group

Duties and Responsibilities

Implementation and Project Support

• Assist in the preparation of Governance reports under supervision.
• Support project planning and coordination tasks.
• Attend and take minutes in client meetings; assist in preparing presentation materials.
• Help ensure client compliance with regulatory requirements through research and documentation.
• Maintain organized records of client deliverables and correspondence.
• Provide administrative and logistical support to project teams.

Innovation and Research

• Conduct basic research on governance-related topics.
• Share findings and best practices with the team.
• Stay updated on relevant governance regulations and frameworks (e.g., King IV, PFMA).
• Contribute to internal knowledge-sharing initiatives.

Business Development Support

• Assist in preparing proposals and presentations for potential clients.
• Help coordinate networking events and maintain contact databases.
• Participate in internal brainstorming sessions for new business opportunities.

Client Engagement

• Support the team in building and maintaining professional client relationships.
• Attend client meetings and networking events as an observer or junior representative.
• Ensure timely and professional communication with clients.

Minimum Requirements

• 0–2 years of experience in Governance, Compliance, or related fields.
• Exposure to consulting or client-facing environments is advantageous.
• BCom degree in Company Secretarial and Governance Practice or related field.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Basic understanding of risk management principles and frameworks (e.g., ISO 31000, COSO).
• Basic understanding of governance frameworks and legislation (e.g., Basel III, King IV, Companies Act, FSCA guidelines).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Attention to detail and eagerness to learn.