Corporate Secretary

BJRC Recruiting | Greater Toronto Area (On-site)
Corporate Secretary
Our Client
Our client is a leading Canadian organization with a sophisticated corporate governance function and a strong institutional presence. The organization is seeking an experienced Corporate Secretary to support its Board of Trustees and senior leadership team.Responsibilities
Support the company’s corporate governance and secretariat functionsCoordinate quarterly Board and committee meetings, including agendas, materials, minutes, and related documentationPrepare, maintain, and organize corporate records and governance documentationLiaise directly with Board members, senior executives, and internal stakeholders on governance mattersSupport compliance with applicable corporate governance requirements and internal policiesManage Board-related projects and governance initiatives independentlyAttend Board and committee meetings and provide hands‑on support before, during, and after meetingsMaintain governance documentation and materials for a publicly traded companyTravel within Canada as requiredQualifications
Significant experience in corporate secretariat, corporate governance, or related clerking functionsExperience supporting Boards of Directors or Boards of Trustees, ideally within a publicly traded companyLegal background, including experience as a senior corporate law clerk, is an asset but not requiredStrong understanding of corporate governance practices and public-company requirementsExperience preparing Board and committee materials, coordinating meetings, and maintaining corporate recordsExcellent organizational and time‑management skills with strong attention to detailExcellent written and verbal communication skillsComfortable interacting directly with senior executives and Board membersAbility to work independently and manage multiple priorities with minimal supervisionThe Ideal Candidate
Prior experience in corporate secretariat, corporate governance, or a senior corporate law clerk roleStrong professional judgment and ability to manage sensitive and confidential matters independentlyPolished and professional, with credibility when interacting with senior executives and Board membersHighly organized, detail‑oriented, and comfortable managing multiple prioritiesPractical and hands‑on approach to corporate governance and secretariat responsibilitiesCollaborative and comfortable working across legal, executive, and corporate functionsInterested in building a long‑term career in a sophisticated corporate governance environmentReal estate industry experience is not required
#J-18808-Ljbffr