Permanent Company Secretary | Sanlam Vacancies
Job Description
Sanlam Vacancies – Company Secretary: Group Secretariat (JG13)
Location: Bellville, Cape Town
Company: Sanlam
Job Type: Permanent
Job Sector: Corporate Governance
Company Secretary: Group Secretariat (JG13)
Who are we?
Sanlam is a leading diversified financial services group with a presence across Africa, India, Malaysia, and selected developed markets. Listed on the Johannesburg, A2X, and Namibian stock exchanges, Sanlam is one of the largest internationally active insurance groups globally, with operations in 31 countries. The Group consists of five key business clusters—Sanlam Fintech, Sanlam Life and Savings, Sanlam Investment Group, Sanlam Allianz, and Santam—supported by the Group Office, which provides strategic governance and centralised functions.
What will you do?
As the Company Secretary, you will play a critical governance, advisory, and compliance role within Sanlam, specifically supporting the Sanlam Fintech cluster. Your responsibilities will include ensuring statutory and regulatory compliance, facilitating board and committee operations, and upholding strong corporate governance across Fintech entities.
Key Responsibilities:
Corporate Governance and Board Support
- Organise and administer board and committee meetings for Fintech subsidiaries.
- Prepare board packs, agendas, and accurate minutes within agreed timelines.
- Advise Fintech leadership on governance best practices and evolving regulatory requirements.
Statutory and Regulatory Compliance
- Maintain statutory records, including CIPC filings, share registers, and director disclosures.
- Engage with regulators on licensing, reporting, and compliance matters.
- Collaborate with legal and compliance teams to monitor Fintech regulatory developments.
- Support internal/external audits and regulatory reviews where applicable.
Strategic and Operational Support
- Embed governance principles within Fintech business operations.
- Assist the Group Company Secretary with broader governance initiatives.
- Support statutory responsibilities, including Public Officer duties.
Qualification and Experience
Qualifications
- CA(SA), Admitted Attorney (LLB/BCom with articles), or Chartered Secretaries (CIS) qualification.
- Additional legal or financial qualifications will be advantageous.
Competencies
- Knowledge of Sanlam’s Group structure is beneficial.
- Familiarity with key regulations (Companies Act, JSE Listing Requirements, Financial Markets Act, Insurance Act, GOGs, GOIs).
- Experience in long-term insurance or financial services is preferred.
- Expertise in company secretarial duties, board resolutions, and reporting.
Experience
- Minimum 5 years in a relevant role, preferably in a corporate or listed environment.
- Exposure to confidential information and executive-level business etiquette.
- Understanding of King IV compliance.
- Strong drafting skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office and board pack software.
Knowledge and Skills
- Company secretarial and administrative expertise.
- Corporate compliance and governance frameworks.
- Effective reporting and stakeholder engagement.
Personal Attributes
- Strong interpersonal and decision-making skills.
- Ability to balance stakeholder interests.
- Planning, alignment, and collaboration capabilities.
Build a Career with Us
At Sanlam, we invest in our employees’ growth and development. Through our five business clusters—including Sanlam Fintech, Sanlam Life and Savings, and Sanlam Investment Group—we offer diverse opportunities to advance your career and achieve your professional goals.
Core Competencies
- Resilience, collaboration, and customer focus.
- Innovation-driven with a results-oriented mindset.
Application Process
The shortlisting process begins after the closing date. Applications close on 18 August 2025.
Our Commitment to Transformation
Sanlam is dedicated to transformation, diversity, and inclusion, aligning with our Employment Equity goals to foster an equitable and sustainable workplace.
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Please note: This job posting may be closed at any time by the employer, either due to internal recruitment policies, legal requirements, or once a suitable candidate has been found. We encourage you to apply as early as possible.
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