Sasol is an international integrated energy and chemicals company that leverages the talent and expertise of our more than 30 300 people working in 33 countries. We develop and commercialise technologies, and build and operate world-scale facilities to produce a range of high-value product streams, including liquid fuels, chemicals and low-carbon electricity...
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To provide specialist company secretarial and governance support to a portfolio of entities including employee share ownership trusts, Corporate Social Investment (CSI) trusts, B-BBEE transaction entities, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements and alignment with corporate governance best practices.
Key Accountabilities
Trusted advisor: Provide directors with professional and independent guidance regarding their duties, responsibilities and any relevant laws affecting the company including trust governance, share schemes, and CSI reporting. Also act as a trusted advisor to the board and management on matters spanning legal compliance, financial reporting, and corporate planning and monitor legislative changes and advise on implications for the portfolio.
Custodian of corporate governance: Administration of Sasol Khanyisa transaction including input into interim and annual reports, support the implementation and monitoring of B-BBEE transactions and related governance structures and assist in drafting governance reports and submissions for internal and external stakeholders
Meeting Management: Manage all board, trustee and shareholder meetings, including scheduling, agenda preparation, compiling and circulating board packs via a online portal, attending meetings and ensuring minutes and resolutions are properly recorded and circulated in a timely manner.
Regulatory compliance and filings: Ensure statutory compliance with applicable laws and regulations such as the Companies Act, Trust Property Control Act, and B-BBEE Codes as well as industry standards. This includes maintaining entity registers, statutory records, and governance documentation.
Stakeholder communication: Liaise with internal and external stakeholders including trustees, beneficiaries and auditors ensuring transparency and efficient information flow between stakeholders, management and the board
Director/trustee induction and training: Assist with the induction and training of new directors/trustees and ensuring ongoing development of existing directors/trustees on governance matters.
Formal Education
Bachelor’s degree in law or related field.
Chartered Secretary (CGISA) or similar governance certification preferred.
Working Experience
Minimum 6 years’ experience in company secretarial or legal governance roles.
Experience with trusts and share schemes will be an advantage.
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