Company Secretary We are a registered charity seeking an experienced and passionate individual to serve as Company Secretary Gerri's Place is a registered charity providing affordable wellbeing breaks for people who need time and space to focus on their emotional and mental wellbeing.
We cater for people experiencing mild depression, anxiety, stress or burnout by providing access to a range of therapeutic activities in a safe and supportive environment.
The company secretary will work alongside the chairperson and other members of the Board to ensure Gerri's Place maintains effective administration and compliance with relevant regulations and codes, by taking responsibility for:
Administrative support before, during & after board and general meetingsKeeping the company's minutes of board and general meetingsFamiliarity with the organisation's governing documents and regulatory requirementsSubmitting statutory filingsCo-signing and certifying of statements and/or legal declarationsMaintaining and making available for inspection, the company's registersProviding the board with legal and administrative supportPublishing statutory notices Desirable experience, qualities & skillsExperience in a Company Secretary role is desirable but not essentialLegal, management and/or governance experience is desirable but not essentialStrong organisational and communication skillsCommitment to all legal and fiduciary responsibilities, ensuring compliance with statutory obligations and ensuring best practice in corporate governance Time Commitment4-6 board meetings a year (evenings, mostly virtual with 1 or 2 in-person meetings in Dublin)4-6 hours a month communicating with the team and carrying out the other responsibilities above