Secretary

Responsibilities:

• Ensuring the company complies with the Companies and Allied Matters Act (CAMA), 2020, and other relevant laws and regulations (SEC, etc.).
• Managing board and committee meetings: scheduling, preparing agendas, collating and distributing board packs, and recording accurate minutes.
• Acting as the chief liaison between the Board of Directors and Management.
• Maintaining statutory registers and corporate records (minutes book, resolutions, share registers, register of directors & shareholders, etc.).
• Filing necessary returns with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) and Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) in a timely manner.
• Advising the Board and company on corporate governance standards and best practices.
• Drafting legal documents, resolutions, and correspondence as required.
• Support corporate transactions such as mergers, acquisitions, and capital restructuring.
• Ensuring proper disclosure of financial and operational information as required by law.
• Safeguarding the company’s legal and regulatory compliance posture.
• Any other duties as may be assigned.

Requirements:

• Understanding of the basic principles of Islamic Finance.
• Strong understanding of Nigerian capital market regulations and compliance requirements.
• Familiarity with SEC rules
• NSE regulations and other relevant regulatory frameworks.
• In-depth experience and understanding of the Nigerian Legal and Commercial framework.
• Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Diligence and strong organisational skills.
• Proficiency in using legal research tools and compliance software.
• High ethical standards and integrity.
• Initiative-taking and meticulous approach.
• Ability to manage confidential and sensitive information.
• Strong leadership and decision-making abilities.