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Assistant Company Secretary – Subsidiaries

EnergyAustralia Melbourne, Melbourne

Job Description

The EnergyAustralia Way

The Energy industry is undergoing a radical and exciting transformation. As one of Australia’s largest generators and retailers of electricity, we are stepping up to ‘light the way’ towards a cleaner energy future. As such, it’s a fantastic time to join us as we continue to evolve and provide energy solutions for Australians now and into the future.

About the Team

Our Legal and Governance team delivers legal and risk management and robust corporate governance. The company Secretariat function sits within this team and distils the complexity of business and Board into a digestible format and assists in the navigation of the governance structure to deliver improvement initiatives and enhance the effectiveness of the interface between management and the Board and its Committees.

Our supportive and flexible team culture will help you thrive both professionally and personally so you can enjoy leading your own work, being adaptive, having fun with your colleagues and collaborating utilising your own style to achieve positive business outcomes.

About the role

You will work with our Company Secretary to deliver a robust governance and company secretariat framework for the EnergyAustralia group entities and joint ventures, shareholder and management.

This role is a 12-month parental leave cover contract and is available on a full time or part time basis (approx. 30 hours a week).

  • Company Secretarial functions including governance document review and application, minute preparation, work plans, schedules, meeting schedules and agendas
  • Management of the subsidiary company director framework, including EnergyAustralia Corporate Structure
  • Internal and external stakeholder relationships
  • Continuous Improvement of governance processes
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Project Support
  • Update the online and web based corporate records
  • About You:

    To be successful in this role, you will be Tertiary qualified with at least a diploma of Corporate Governance or equivalent company secretarial practice and have gained experience in a company secretarial role within a ASX listed mid to large organisation.

  • Strong organisational skills with a proven ability to meet strict deadlines
  • Excellent communication skills at all levels and confidence to be able to respond clearly to queries and questions
  • Proven ability to interpret regulatory obligations and governance requirements
  • Demonstrated ability to collaborate within a small team and across a large organisational structure
  • Experience using on-line or web-based board portals and corporate records management solutions
  • How to apply

    If you’re ready to join us ‘doing – not just dreaming’ towards a sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy future for all, click the ‘Apply’ button or for a career conversation, please email

    We’re committed to providing an inclusive culture so our employees can bring their whole selves to work and have a sense of belonging. From our PRISM network that creates a positive culture for LGBTQ+ employees to our Reconciliation Action Plan that has commitments to strengthen relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and organisations, it’s a workplace where everyone’s welcome.

    Why Us

    At EnergyAustralia, we are committed to providing an inclusive culture so our employees can bring their whole selves to work and have a sense of belonging. As an employee you can enjoy such benefits as:

  • Awarded Winner 2022 Best Place To Work List
  • 20 weeks’ paid parental leave that’s completely gender-equal
  • Employee discount on your electricity and gas, discounts on major brands and products
  • Energise Program – flexible working that is team centric enabling all individuals to agree and succeed together
  • Volunteer days off to help charities make a difference through volunteering and workplace giving schemes
  • Access LinkedIn Learning in-house free training platform for professional development
  • Option to purchase additional annual leave – up to 5 additional weeks per year
  • Generous discounts for goods & services via our employee benefits program
  • 2 paid recharge days 
  • State-of-the-art Melbourne office, stunning views only 3-4 minute walk from Southern Cross station
  • The EnergyAustralia Way

    The Energy industry is undergoing a radical and exciting transformation. As one of Australia’s largest generators and retailers of electricity, we are stepping up to ‘light the way’ towards a cleaner energy future. As such, it’s a fantastic time to join us as we continue to evolve and provide energy solutions for Australians now and into the future.

    About the Team

    Our Legal and Governance team delivers legal and risk management and robust corporate governance. The company Secretariat function sits within this team and distils the complexity of business and Board into a digestible format and assists in the navigation of the governance structure to deliver improvement initiatives and enhance the effectiveness of the interface between management and the Board and its Committees.

    Our supportive and flexible team culture will help you thrive both professionally and personally so you can enjoy leading your own work, being adaptive, having fun with your colleagues and collaborating utilising your own style to achieve positive business outcomes.

    About the role

    You will work with our Company Secretary to deliver a robust governance and company secretariat framework for the EnergyAustralia group entities and joint ventures, shareholder and management.

    This role is a 12-month parental leave cover contract and is available on a full time or part time basis (approx. 30 hours a week).

  • Company Secretarial functions including governance document review and application, minute preparation, work plans, schedules, meeting schedules and agendas
  • Management of the subsidiary company director framework, including EnergyAustralia Corporate Structure
  • Internal and external stakeholder relationships
  • Continuous Improvement of governance processes
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Project Support
  • Update the online and web based corporate records
  • About You:

    To be successful in this role, you will be Tertiary qualified with at least a diploma of Corporate Governance or equivalent company secretarial practice and have gained experience in a company secretarial role within a ASX listed mid to large organisation.

  • Strong organisational skills with a proven ability to meet strict deadlines
  • Excellent communication skills at all levels and confidence to be able to respond clearly to queries and questions
  • Proven ability to interpret regulatory obligations and governance requirements
  • Demonstrated ability to collaborate within a small team and across a large organisational structure
  • Experience using on-line or web-based board portals and corporate records management solutions
  • How to apply

    If you’re ready to join us ‘doing – not just dreaming’ towards a sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy future for all, click the ‘Apply’ button or for a career conversation, please email

    We’re committed to providing an inclusive culture so our employees can bring their whole selves to work and have a sense of belonging. From our PRISM network that creates a positive culture for LGBTQ+ employees to our Reconciliation Action Plan that has commitments to strengthen relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and organisations, it’s a workplace where everyone’s welcome.

    Why Us

    At EnergyAustralia, we are committed to providing an inclusive culture so our employees can bring their whole selves to work and have a sense of belonging. As an employee you can enjoy such benefits as:

  • Awarded Winner 2022 Best Place To Work List
  • 20 weeks’ paid parental leave that’s completely gender-equal
  • Employee discount on your electricity and gas, discounts on major brands and products
  • Energise Program – flexible working that is team centric enabling all individuals to agree and succeed together
  • Volunteer days off to help charities make a difference through volunteering and workplace giving schemes
  • Access LinkedIn Learning in-house free training platform for professional development
  • Option to purchase additional annual leave – up to 5 additional weeks per year
  • Generous discounts for goods & services via our employee benefits program
  • 2 paid recharge days 
  • State-of-the-art Melbourne office, stunning views only 3-4 minute walk from Southern Cross station
  •   This job vacancy was been posted over 40 days ago, but is still active and currently accepting new applications.

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