Job Description
the United Arab Bank - UAB is currently recruiting for the role of Company Secretary
Point of contact for the Board of Directors and shareholders, managing the flow of information between them and the Management, following up on required actions and reporting in a timely and accurate manner as appropriate. • Ensure a corporate governance framework is in place and that the right governance practices are implemented across the Bank • Ensure proper relationship and proper compliance standards are maintained with relevant regulators
Duties and Responsibilities
Your main responsibilities in this role include the following:
Manage all board and committees’ meetings regulatory and logistic requirements, attend and record minutes of all board and committees meetings, facilitate board communications.
Manage process pertaining to the annual shareholder meeting
Advise the Board on its roles and responsibilities in line with regulatory and legal developments
Facilitate Board election, orientation of new Directors and assist in Directors training programs
Maintain key corporate documents and records
Responsible for corporate disclosure on ADX site and to SCA and compliance with commercial companies law, stock exchange listing standards
Facilitate Board and Board committees self-assessment and performance review as per regulatory requirements
Serve as a focal point for engagement on corporate governance issues and requirements
Serve as a focal point of communication between Board and Senior Management
The company secretary is privy to confidential information about the company and needs to act with tact and discretion at all times. The company secretary may not misuse confidential information or disclose it to any third party in line with their fiduciary duties as an officer of the company.
Job Requirements
University Graduate; Law, Business or related field.
6-8 years experience at a Corporate Governance level.
Ability to maintain effective working relationships with Regulatory and Government Agencies / Officials.
Thorough understanding of Corporate/ Commercial Law and Listing regulations.
Good knowledge of the Central Bank Regulations /Monetary Systems and Anti Money Laundering Regulations
Fluent in Arabic & English is a must
Job Details
Company: United Arab Bank - UAB
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Location: Sharjah, United Arab Emirates