Company Secretary at PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) Nigeria

PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) Nigeria – Our client is a leading commercial bank with a long-standing presence across Nigeria. It offers a wide range of retail and corporate banking solutions, supported by a robust network of branches and digital platforms. The institution is committed to driving sustainable growth, developing talent, and delivering exceptional value to its stakeholders.

Job Title: Company Secretary

Job ID: 130-PEO01297

Location: Nigeria

Department: People & Change Nigeria

Roles & Responsibilities

• This role will provide secretariat services to the Bank and relevant subsidiaries.
• The ideal candidate will ensure the delivery of high-quality board and management secretarial services, promote sound corporate governance, and drive compliance with regulatory requirements in alignment with the Bank’s objectives and governance standards.

Summary of Key Responsibilities

• Organise and provide secretarial support for Board, Board Committee, Executive, and Management Committee meetings, ensuring accurate documentation and compliance with governance protocols.
• Monitor adherence to relevant corporate governance codes, statutory requirements, and regulatory frameworks across the Bank, including the preparation and submission of statutory returns.
• Maintain statutory registers and records and ensure the secure custody of original corporate documents for the Bank.
• Advise the Board and executive management on corporate governance and company secretarial matters.
• Act as liaison for secretarial matters, and coordinate secretarial aspects of audits, regulatory examinations, and strategic retreats.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) and Barrister at Law (B.L); must be called to the Nigerian Bar.
• Relevant professional certifications in corporate governance or company secretarial practice (e.g., ICSAN)
• Minimum of 18 years’ post-call experience in legal and company secretarial practice, preferably within the financial services sector
• Sound knowledge of the Nigerian banking industry and its regulatory environment
• Strong stakeholder management skills
• High level of credibility, ethical standards, and personal integrity.

Application Closing Date
18th May, 2025.

How to Apply: Interested and qualified candidates should Click here to apply online