Company Secretary at a Visionary Healthcare Management Organisation - Deloitte Human Capital Consulting

Deloitte Human Capital Consulting - Our client is a visionary healthcare management organisation at the forefront of modernizing and elevating secondary healthcare delivery in Imo State, Nigeria. Recently reconstituted to enhance operational efficiency and administrative excellence, this dynamic institution is committed to ensuring that residents across the state have access to affordable, high-quality healthcare services. By leveraging innovative management practices and strategic oversight, they are reshaping the landscape of public healthcare, fostering an environment where both patients and healthcare professionals thrive.

They are recruiting candidates to fill the position below:

Job Title: Company Secretary

Location: Owerri, Imo
Job Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• The Company Secretary will be responsible for ensuring effective corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and efficient administration of board and executive functions within the organisation.
• The role will be responsible for supporting the Chief Executive/Managing Director and the Board of Directors in fulfilling their statutory duties, maintaining accurate records, and facilitating transparent decision-making processes in line with healthcare sector standards.

Responsibilities

• Organise and coordinate board meetings, committee meetings, and annual general meetings, including preparation of agendas, minutes, and supporting documentation.
• Advise the Chief Executive/Managing Director and Board of Directors on corporate governance matters, statutory obligations, and regulatory requirements relevant to the healthcare sector.
• Ensure timely filing of statutory returns, regulatory submissions, and compliance documentation with relevant authorities.
• Maintain and update statutory registers, records of resolutions, and other legal documents.
• Facilitate effective communication between the Board, executive management, and stakeholders, ensuring transparency and accountability.
• Support the development, review, and implementation of organisational policies, procedures, and governance frameworks.
• Monitor changes in healthcare legislation, corporate governance codes, and best practices, advising on implications for the organisation.
• Assist in drafting and reviewing contracts, agreements, and other legal documents to ensure compliance and mitigate risk.
• Coordinate the induction and ongoing training of Board members on governance, ethics, and regulatory matters.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Business Administration, Corporate Governance, or a related discipline.
• 10–15 years’ professional experience as a company secretary, corporate governance officer, or in a related legal/compliance role, preferably in healthcare or public sector.
• Professional certification (e.g., ICSAN, ICSA, or equivalent) is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of corporate governance principles, healthcare regulations, and statutory compliance requirements.
• Demonstrated experience in organising board meetings, preparing minutes, and managing statutory records.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficiency in governance management software and document management systems.
• Experience in training or capacity-building for board members is an advantage.
• Must be a resident of Imo State or open to relocation.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.