Governance Director and Assistant Company Secretary - Sydney, Australia - Brambles Group

Brambles Group

Verified Company

Sydney, Australia

2 weeks ago

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Olivia Brown

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Description

CHEP helps move more goods to more people, in more places than any other organization on earth via our 300 million pallets, crates and containers.

We employ 11,000 people and operate in more than 55 countries.

Through our pioneering and sustainable share-and-reuse business model, the world's biggest brands trust us to help them transport their goods more efficiently, safely and with less environmental impact.

What does that mean for you? You'll join an international organization big enough to take you anywhere, and small enough to get you there sooner.

You'll help change how goods get to market and contribute to global sustainability. You'll be empowered to bring your authentic self to work and be surrounded by diverse and driven professionals. And you can maximize your work-life balance and flexibility through our

Hybrid Work Model

Job Description:

Global ASX listed market leader in sustainability, supply chain and logistics
Full range of company secretariat activities with significant Board exposure
Valuesdriven and inclusive culture | Flexible hybrid work environment
Collaborate with the Board and senior leadership team to drive high standards of corporate governance. Global company with Australia at its roots_

About the job

Are you an experienced company secretarial and governance professional who wants to work for an innovative and forward-thinking company? Look no further Our company is a cutting-edge leader in the Logistics & Supply Chain industry which makes a genuine difference to the environment and champions sustainability.

In this role, you'll be responsible for the full range of company secretariat services to Brambles and our subsidiaries around the globe, including advising their Boards on legal and governance issues.

Our tight-knit team provides key advisory support to senior leadership on company secretarial practice, corporate governance, company law and best practice.

This role will be based in Sydney CBD and reports directly to the Group Company Secretary and Corporate Counsel.

Key responsibilities will include:

Attend and minute the Audit and Risk Committee meetings, advising on legal and governance issues
Prepare and update governance policies, charters and registers
Assist with the preparation of the Company's Annual Report including Corporate Governance Statement and Directors' Report
Maintain statutory registers and records, preparing and lodging ASX, ASIC and Companies House filings
Organise Board and shareholder meetings and prepare and report minutes
Coordinate and oversee group subsidiary database

We value creativity, collaboration, and curiosity, and we are looking for someone who shares these values.

What will ensure your success:

Tertiary qualifications in law or from the Governance Institute of Australia
Company secretarial experience within an ASX listed company
An ability to interpret and understand relevant provisions of the Corporations Act, ASX Listing Rules and ASX Corporate Governance Principles
Knowledge of applied corporate law, corporate accountability and corporate governance
A very high level of accuracy and attention to detail, with the ability to organise and prioritise work independently and deliver to tight deadlines
A high degree of diplomacy and discretion, and ability to maintain confidentiality

If you're looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity with an innovative company where you are empowered to make a difference, we want to hear from you

About Brambles

Brambles Limited is a global leader in supply chain logistics employing more than 12,000 people in 60+ countries. As a pioneer of the sharing economy, we are one of the world's most sustainable logistics businesses.

Brambles and CHEP (Commonwealth Handling Equipment Pool) platforms are the invisible backbone of global supply chains, primarily serving the fast-moving consumer goods, fresh produce, beverage, retail, and general manufacturing industries.

Our circular business model facilitates the 'share and reuse' of the world's largest poll of reusable pallets and containers. We connect people with life's essentials in a nature-positive way.

Brambles offers a range of employee benefits including a competitive salary, car allowance, bonus opportunities, a supportive learning and development culture and a wide range of opportunities to assist you in achieving your career aspirations.

Brambles provides you unparalleled opportunities to advance and accelerate your career and is large enough to take you anywhere and small enough to make sure you get there.

Benefits:

Flexible hybrid working environment
Paid volunteer leave for those who wish to volunteer their services to a community organisation 3 days per annum
Reward and Recognition Program to celebrate outstanding achievements of our people through a number of different delivery methods
Employee discounts with a range of partners
Up to 14 weeks of paid