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Company Secretary

OSCA 223931·ANZSCO 221211

Employed

2,900

Part-time share

44.5%

Female share

77.1%

Median age

55 yrs

Source: Jobs and Skills Australia · ABS 2021 Census of Population and Housing.

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About this career

Plans, administers and reviews corporate compliance activities and effective practices concerning company board meetings and shareholdings, ensuring all business matters and transactions are managed and implemented as directed by the board.

What they typically do

  • Coordinates board and committee meetings, including logistics, agenda preparation and distribution of meeting materials
  • Develops and implements corporate governance policies and procedures
  • Maintains accurate records of board and committee meetings, resolutions and actions
  • Maintains accurate and up-to-date corporate records, including company registers, constitution and other legal documents
  • Ensures compliance with all statutory and regulatory requirements
  • Prepares and files required forms, reports and notifications with regulatory bodies
  • Provides administrative and secretarial support to the company

Where they work

Professional, Scientific and Technical Services

States and territories

Share of workers by location

NSW
38.5%
VIC
24.7%
QLD
14.7%
WA
12.2%
SA
5.4%
ACT
1.7%
TAS
1.7%
NT
0%

Qualification pathways

These accredited qualifications can lead to a career as a Company Secretary.