Job Description
COMPANY SECRETARY
FMCG Sector
Our client, in the FMCG sector, is looking for a suitably qualified and experienced
Company Secretary/ Legal Counsel. The incumbent will be responsible providing
company secretarial and legal services to the company.
Duties and Responsibilities
Key Job Functions:
❖ Advise on all legal matters pertaining to commercial, operational, legal and
regulatory compliance risks associated with business operations.
❖ Provide Company Secretarial services to the Board of Directors.
❖ Develop annual calendar of Quarterly Board and Committee meetings, Board
seminars, ad hoc meetings and AGM.
❖ Organise and prepare agenda’s and papers for Board, Board Committee
meetings and AGM.
❖ To attend all Board and Board Committee meetings as well as the AGM to
record minutes, highlighting decisions and ensure next steps are approved
and distributed in a timely manner.
❖ Demonstrate and Maintain a thorough understanding of regulatory issues and
the regulatory framework in which the business operates and take
responsibility for the development of informed solutions.
❖ Coordinating with Advocates/Counsel on behalf of the Company in respect of
Court Cases.
❖ Deliver consistent, timely, accurate, quality and business-focused legal advice
on all commercial matters based on extensive research and studies of case
law and statutory provisions.
❖ Prepare the Company’s annual returns and any other statutory returns in line
with the requirements of the Registrar of Companies.
Qualifications and Experience
Requirements for the Job:
❖ Bachelor of Laws Honours Degree (LLBS).
❖ Must be a registered legal practitioner with the Law Society of Zimbabwe.
❖ More than 5 years of post-qualification experience, preferably handling
corporate secretarial matters.
❖ Proven track record of collaborating with cross-functional teams.
❖ Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present
complex legal concepts in a clear and concise manner and to communicate
deftly with stakeholders at all levels.
❖ Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-
paced environment.
❖ In-depth legal knowledge of the FMCG environment would be an added
advantage.
❖ Strong report writing and presentation skills using the latest available
technology.
How to Apply
If you wish to be considered, submit your application to
emmanuel.jinda@proservehr.com or to calistas.bumhira@proservehr.com or
alternatively visit www.proservehr.com to apply and register
