Assistant Company Secretary

Brisbane, QLD
Permanent
Full-time

1 month ago

Hello. We're Virgin Australia. We're the airline that's always done things a little different. Our way. The Virgin way. We're on a mission to make flying better than 'nice'. And to do that, it takes a team of talented people who are passionate about customer experience, doing the right thing always, with a focus on safety -- in the air, on the ground and in our workplaces. A team who values real diversity and inclusion, in a big brand with big ambitions.What you'll be doing:The Assistant Company Secretary will work closely with the Head of Corporate Governance and Corporate Governance Specialist to provide comprehensive governance support to the Boards and Committees of Virgin Australia Group. This role enhance governance frameworks, draft and revise board materials, provide legal guidance on corporate matters, and ensure regulatory compliance. You will play a key role in maturing the corporate governance function through the development and implementation of best practice governance processes. A critical responsibility will be coordinating and delivering the Annual General Meeting (AGM) for our ASX listed entity, ensuring all legal and regulatory requirements are met. You will deliver seamless secretarial services, manage board logistics, and serve as a key point of contact for the corporate governance team's stakeholders. This role offers the opportunity to develop expertise in aviation governance.You'll be great in this role if you:

Come with 4+ years corporate governance experience (in ASX-listed companies is advantageous)
Have previous experience in managing or supporting the delivery of Annual General Meetings for ASX listed entities
Possess strong knowledge of Corporations Act, ASX Listing Rules (if applicable), and current governance best practices
Can provide practical advice on governance matters in a business-focused manner
Have exceptional attention to detail and ability to draft clear, concise documents
Can interpret complex legal and regulatory requirements and translate them into actionable governance frameworks
Are adept at managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Have strong stakeholder management skills and can build effective relationships with board members and executives
Can maintain absolute confidentiality and exercise sound judgment with sensitive information
Are a collaborative team player who can work effectively with internal and external stakeholders
Have a legal qualification in corporate law (desirable)

What you'll get from us:We're committed to looking after you, with some of the best benefits and conditions in the industry -- including (but not limited to):

Heavily discounted air travel for you and your loved ones (including $1000 worth of travel credits per year)
Flexible working arrangements (including work hours and work from home)
Discounts on travel insurance, car hire, accommodation and experiences worldwide
Discounted Virgin Australia Lounge membership
Hospitality, retail, technology, beauty services and wellness discounts
A comprehensive Employee Assistance Program, which offers confidential coaching and support from qualified professionals for all aspects of life -- physical, mental, social and financial
Dress for Your Day -- enjoy the freedom to wear whatever is appropriate for the type of work you do and the day you have ahead of you

Equality rules:We're all individuals. We love that. That's why we encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, people with disability, those from diverse cultural backgrounds, our friends in the LGBTQI+ community, and anyone else who wants to join our family.Ready to apply? We're ready to hear from you. Apply now.

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