Assistant Board Secretary UAE National - ARAMEX

Purpose of Job:

Aramex PJSC a publicly listed company in the UAE is seeking a professional Assistant Board Secretary. The successful candidate should have strong knowledge of corporate governance be experienced in managing company records and maintaining compliance with both internal regulations and external laws. As the Assistant Board Secretary you will report directly to the Board Secretary and be responsible for assisting in the governance and administration of the Board and its committees.

Role Responsibilities:

• Assisting in preparing and distributing board meeting agendas prereading materials and minutes in accordance with company policies and procedures and local laws.
• Assisting the Board Secretary in ensuring the Board and its committees function smoothly efficiently and effectively.
• Facilitating the orientation and training of new directors and assisting in director evaluation processes.
• Ensuring good information flows within the board and its committees and between senior management and nonexecutive directors.
• Managing policies and procedures of the Board and ensuring documentation and reports are accurate and maintained properly.
• Assisting in keeping uptodate with any regulatory changes affecting the company and its operations.
• Coordinating with different departments and stakeholders in the preparation of reports and disclosures.
• Assisting in the implementation of corporate governance principles and ensuring compliance with corporate governance practices.
• Organizing and maintaining the corporate records and archives such as records of board meetings annual reports etc.

Job requirements:

• A Bachelors degree in Law Business Administration or related fields. A Masters degree or professional certification is a plus.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role within a publicly listed company with proven experience in corporate governance.
• Extensive knowledge of the UAE regulatory and corporate governance requirements for listed companies particularly the Securities and Commodities Authority and Dubai Financial Market.
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Office Suite and board management software.
• Fluency in English is mandatory. Fluency in Arabic will be highly advantageous.

Company Overview:

Since our founding in 1982 we have grown to become a world leader in comprehensive transport and delivery solutions for business and consumers. Headquartered in Dubai at the heart of the worlds most dynamic commercial hub and on the site of historic trade routes linking east and west commerce and transport are deeply embedded in Aramexs DNA. We are dedicated to transforming the face of trade expanding our operations rapidly to better connect businesses and consumers worldwide.