At a Glance
- Tasks: Coordinate compliance and governance for a national not-for-profit organisation.
- Company: Join a high-profile, newly established not-for-profit shaping Australia's future.
- Benefits: Flexible remote work, competitive pay of $70ph plus super, 1-2 days per week.
- Other info: Perfect for those seeking part-time work alongside other professional engagements.
- Why this job: Make a meaningful impact on governance during a crucial development stage.
- Qualifications: Experience as a Company Secretary with knowledge of compliance and governance.
The predicted salary is between 70 - 70 $ per hour.
The Company
Our client is a high-profile, newly established national not-for-profit organisation with an important role in shaping Australia’s future. As the organisation builds its foundations and governance structures, an opportunity has arisen for an experienced Company Secretary to provide specialist support.
The Role
Working closely with the CEO and interim Board, you will be responsible for coordinating the organisation’s statutory and regulatory compliance obligations, ensuring appropriate governance records are maintained. Key responsibilities include:
- Coordinating statutory compliance obligations under the Corporations Act
- Managing ACNC lodgements and regulatory reporting, working with external advisers
- Ensuring compliance with the organisation’s constitution and maintaining statutory records, including registered office and officeholder information
- Maintaining corporate records and governance registers, including directors’ interests and key resolutions
- Ensuring ongoing compliance with DGR and PBI obligations
- Coordinating timely responses to regulatory requests
- Supporting the CEO and interim Board in preparing papers, proxies and resolutions for the organisation’s inaugural AGM, scheduled for Q2 2027
Your Profile
You will be an experienced Company Secretary or governance professional with a strong understanding of statutory compliance, corporate governance and regulatory reporting requirements. Ideally, you will bring experience within a not-for-profit or charitable organisation, with knowledge of ACNC requirements, the Corporations Act and charity governance obligations. Highly organised, detail-oriented and proactive, you will be comfortable working independently, managing competing priorities and building effective relationships with senior stakeholders and external advisers. The role would particularly suit an experienced Company Secretary with a portfolio of existing engagements or someone seeking a meaningful part-time appointment alongside professional engagements.
The Benefits
This is a flexible, fully remote contract opportunity offering 1–2 days per week, with the freedom to work from anywhere in Australia. Paying $70ph plus super. You will have the opportunity to contribute to the governance foundations of a high-profile national organisation during an important stage of its development.
Company Secretary – Remote in Canberra employer: Moir Group - Finance Recruiting
Join a high-profile, newly established national not-for-profit organisation that is dedicated to shaping Australia’s future. As a Company Secretary, you will enjoy the flexibility of a fully remote role, allowing you to work from anywhere in Australia while contributing to meaningful governance initiatives. With a focus on employee growth and a supportive work culture, this part-time contract position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact during a pivotal time in the organisation's development.
Contact Details:
Moir Group - Finance Recruiting Recruitment Team
