Deputy Company Secretary at Rand Merchant Bank

To assist the Company Secretary, Ethics and Legal to manage bank compliance with the relevant statutory and regulatory requirements and best practice corporate governance frame works.

• Develop, maintain, and implement governance and compliance frameworks aligned with regulatory and statutory requirements.
• Ensure accurate preparation, collation, and distribution of board and committee packs in accordance with statutory and regulatory timelines.
• Draft precise minutes and resolutions for board and committee meetings.
• Maintain statutory registers and records in line with the Companies Act and Listings Requirements.
• Support the Company Secretary in director induction and ongoing governance training.
• Provide guidance and training to internal teams on regulatory obligations, Listings Requirements, and governance practices.
• Coordinate with legal, compliance, and risk teams to ensure a unified regulatory strategy.
• Support the planning and execution of Annual General Meetings and shareholder engagements.
• Provide strategic direction and foster a culture of high ethical standards aligned with organizational vision and goals.
• Design and implement strategies that optimize employee potential and performance.
• Encourage and maintain strategic relationships across functional areas to promote collaboration and knowledge sharing.
• Align and integrate specialized solutions across the business to drive innovation and sustainable competitive advantage.
• Provide thought leadership and expert advice on governance, compliance, and organizational design.
• Maintain expert knowledge of legislative changes, industry best practices, and global trends.
• Ensure integrated reporting of business information to support strategic decision-making.
• Analyse data to identify trends, discrepancies, and opportunities, and report findings to relevant stakeholders.
• Use insights from business reports to measure success and adjust tactical strategies accordingly.
• Understand and promote the competencies and skills required for personal and team development.
• Identify development needs and implement effective solutions to enhance individual and team performance.
• Ensure employees create and review personal development plans regularly.
• Foster an environment that supports cross-functional skills transfer and continuous learning.
• Stay informed about emerging learning opportunities, products, and industry trends.
• Provide mentorship, share expertise, and guide employees in problem-solving.
• Deliver constructive feedback to support growth and motivation.