Own this pivotal senior role, driving ethical leadership and integrity at the core of a respected professional body. Directly influence Board decision-making and strategic direction through expert governance advice. Empower your team to deliver best-in-class governance support in a fast-paced, evolving organisation. Join CA ANZ as our Company Secretary and play a key role in driving ethical leadership, governance excellence, and member experience at the heart of our organisation. ABOUT THE ROLE As Company Secretary, you will lead CA ANZ’s Governance team, facilitate ethical leadership and support our Board, sub-committees, and Council ecosystem. This is a fast-paced, challenging role suited to a highly experienced, digitally savvy self-starter who thrives under tight deadlines. Key responsibilities: Advise Board and committee members on best practice in corporate governance and legal implications Deliver secretariat services for CA ANZ Group’s Board, Council, and committees Develop strong working relationships with Board and committee members Develop, implement, and maintain governance compliance policies, processes, and procedures Manage Board processes including papers, agendas, minutes, and proposals Quality-assures all critical papers, securing proper review and authorization Ensure CA ANZ complies with statutory obligations Drive a high-performance culture within the Governance team ABOUT YOU Extensive experience (approx. 7 years) in a Company Secretary or similar governance role Well-developed knowledge of governance compliance, procedures, and legislative frameworks Experience providing executive-level advice and guidance to Boards and senior stakeholders Proven leadership experience - inspire, mentor and empower team members Demonstrated experience developing and implementing governance structures and policies Exemplary written communication skills for high-level briefings, minutes, and reports High ethical standards, integrity, and ability to maintain strict confidentiality Strategic leader who anticipates challenges and develops innovative governance solutions ABOUT US Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CA ANZ) represents more than 140,000 financial professionals, supporting them to make a meaningful difference in the communities where they work and live. We are committed to advancing the profession through high ethical standards, world-class education, and advocacy for the public good. Guided by our purpose and values, we aspire to be a magnet for diverse talent, equip our members for success, and lead the way in sustainability, innovation, and trust in business and finance. WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU At CA ANZ, we are committed to creating a workplace that reflects our values of collaboration, integrity, diversity, and accountability. As part of our strategy to be a magnet for diverse talent and an adaptive, member-centric organisation, we offer: A strong focus on equity, diversity, and inclusion embedded in everything we do Opportunities to grow your career through inspiring learning and development pathways A flexible hybrid work model that balances autonomy with the benefits of in-person collaboration A culture that values your voice and empowers you to make an impact in your community and profession Two additional CA leave days over the Christmas closure period The chance to contribute to meaningful work that creates real impact for people across Aotearoa and Australia HOW TO APPLY Simply select APPLY NOW and submit your application today. CA ANZ welcomes applications from people of all ages, genders, cultural and linguistic backgrounds, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with a disability, and people who are diverse in gender and sexuality. Please note: We are not engaging recruitment agencies for this role. Unsolicited CVs will not be accepted.
