JUNIOR STATUTORY CONSULTANT

Industry Job TitleCorporate governance, training, advisory and statutory company secretarial servicesJOB LOCATION:Based in Gauteng with travel necessary as requiredGeneral DescriptionThe Junior Statutory Consultant will support our FluidRock Statutory business activities by:Working closely with the Statutory Team to be proactive in applying their statutory knowledge to Company Secretarial matters in context of current relevant.Ensure that Statutory compliance is maintained for all clientsCollaborative interaction at operational level with the other divisions within FluidRock Governance GroupEmbracing the High Performance Culture of FluidRock Governance GroupDivision / DepartmentStatutory DivisionEducation RequirementsA tertiary qualification in business, law or relevant disciplineRelevant experience in excess of 2 years in a similar roleOTHER Qualifications, Certifications, Professional Memberships, Etc.Minimum 3 years’ experience in the corporate governance and or company secretarial environmentThorough understanding of the Companies Act with a keen interest in statutory administrationKey AccountabilitiesStatutory Services Support:Take on and gap analysis;Upload of client data onto cloud based company secretarial software (preferably on Greatsoft / E-Sec)Overall maintenance of client statutory records (electronic and / or physical);Timeous processing of statutory instructions from clientsLodgement of statutory changes with CIPC within specified time framesEnsuring client statutory registers are up to dateAdhering to annual CIPC compliance requirements by meeting stated deadlinesEffective execution of all statutory administrative tasksFormation and wind up of entities with the relevant authorities (Companies / Trusts);Registration of new entitiesAmendment to entitiesConversion of entitiesProcess SupportAdhere to FluidRock predetermined policies, processes and procedures as well as standards as and when requiredKnowledge of and exposure to Google SuiteFamiliar with working on Company Secretarial packages, preferably on Greatsoft / E-SecAbility to simultaneously work on multiple sheets to ensure efficient trackingStrict compliance with prescribed folder and document conventionsWell versed in navigating CIPC and Bizportal websitesActive participation in development and implementation of new and / or improved systems and processesReportingWell versed in Google suite, MS Office and E-Sec with the ability to compile, analyse and present facts and recommendations (Both internally and externally)Weekly, monthly, and / or annual reportingFinancial ManagementUnderstanding the set budgets and how to best achieve monthly targetsHave a firm grasp of statutory pricing and how to correctly quote clients for requested servicesHave a good understanding of own client allocation and engagement termsDirectly contributing to achieving and / or exceeding set budgets by identifying new client opportunitiesStakeholder ManagementEnable effective communication and information flow with all stakeholders (internal & external)Build a trust relationship with all stakeholders, ensuring they are proactively and effectively engaged as requiredEnsure that all FluidRock systems, policies, processes and changes thereto are understood and effectively communicated to any relevant stakeholdersProactively creating and maintaining an effective stakeholder liaison network by for example attending relevant meetings and forumsDealing with Stakeholder queries by responding appropriately to for example requests from external auditors, bankers, shareholders, etc within the allocated time frameCore Behavioural CompetenciesPersonal Impact:ConnectCommitmentCourageCompassionOther Behavioural CompetenciesLeadership Impact:N/APerformance ImpactPlanning and organisingDelivering resultsQuality focusOrganisational ImpactEmbracing changeDigital agilityClient ImpactClient managementNurturing relationshipsCollaborationTechnical CompetenciesPractical knowledge and understanding of the requirements of Companies Act and regulations, Corporate Governance standards, and JSE LRCloud based company secretarial administration software preferably Greatsoft / EsecKnowledge of and exposure to Google SuiteStrong interpersonal skills and EQWell-organised, able to multitask, work under pressure, function independently as well as part of a teamAccuracy, attention to detail and strong administration skills with the ability to take initiativeProfessional conduct with the ability to communicate effectively coupled with excellent writing skillsExhibits high performance work ethic and cultureTeam player which embraces the FluidRock values (Unity, Trust and Integrity, and Open and Honest Communication)