Mars Recruitment is partnering with a purpose-driven Australian organisation operating across financial services, funds management, and not-for-profit sectors to onboard an experienced governance professional.

Working closely with executive leadership and Boards, this role offers the chance to play a key part in shaping governance frameworks, supporting strategic decision-making, and ensuring best-practice corporate compliance across a diverse group of entities.This position is ideal for someone seeking a flexible, senior-level governance role with autonomy, variety, and meaningful impact.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as Company Secretary across multiple entities within the group
• Coordinate Board and Committee meetings, including agendas, board papers, minutes, and resolutions
• Provide governance and compliance advice to Directors, Chairs, and senior stakeholders
• Maintain statutory registers, conflict registers, and governance records
• Manage ASIC lodgements, annual reviews, and ongoing statutory obligations
• Support governance requirements for charitable and not-for-profit entities, including ACNC compliance
• Oversee execution and record management of legal and governance documentation
• Assist with governance projects, restructures, and entity changes as required

Key Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Company Secretary or within a senior governance/compliance role
• Strong working knowledge of the Corporations Act and ASIC requirements
• Experience supporting Boards and preparing high-quality board papers and minutes
• Ability to manage multiple entities and competing deadlines
• Strong judgement, discretion, and stakeholder management skills
• Experience within financial services, funds management, or trustee environments
• Exposure to charity or not-for-profit governance
• Familiarity with complex group and trust structures

Why Apply?

• Flexible remote or hybrid arrangement with part-time hours
• Opportunity to work closely with engaged Boards and senior executives
• Broad governance exposure across multiple entities
• Purpose-led organisation with strong community focus
• Collaborative, values-driven culture with genuine impact

If you are an experienced governance professional looking for a flexible opportunity where you can add strategic value and work closely with senior leadership, I'd love to hear from you. Reach out to Abbey at abbey.lynch@marsrecruitment.com.au