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Skylake Drilling and Civils is hiring a Group Company Secretary to support executive leadership across both Skylake Drilling and Civils and Crystal Cleareview Fencing. Based in…
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Skylake Drilling and Civils is hiring a Group Company Secretary to support executive leadership across both Skylake Drilling and Civils and Crystal Cleareview Fencing. Based in Harare, this senior position focuses on corporate governance, statutory compliance, and legal risk management for two separate corporate entities. This opportunity is well-suited for an experienced legal professional who can advise senior executives, manage complex corporate records, and handle commercial agreements in construction, engineering,…
Job Description
Skylake Drilling and Civils is hiring a Group Company Secretary to support executive leadership across both Skylake Drilling and Civils and Crystal Cleareview Fencing. Based in Harare, this senior position focuses on corporate governance, statutory compliance, and legal risk management for two separate corporate entities. This opportunity is well-suited for an experienced legal professional who can advise senior executives, manage complex corporate records, and handle commercial agreements in construction, engineering, or infrastructure sectors.
The chosen candidate will collaborate closely with the Group CEO, Group Managing Director, and General Managers to ensure disciplined record-keeping and sound decision-making. Daily duties involve drafting and negotiating contracts, preparing board papers, and coordinating with regulatory bodies or external legal counsel. The role requires handling confidential information with discretion while balancing multiple deadlines across both organizations.
Responsibilities
- Advise the Group CEO, Group Managing Director, and General Managers on corporate governance, material risks, and legal duties
- Prepare resolutions, minutes, and board meeting papers while maintaining company registers and filing calendars
- Draft, negotiate, and review supplier, employment, tender, and client agreements to prevent disputes
- Coordinate mandatory filings and collaborate with regulators, external counsel, and professional advisers
Requirements
- Bachelor of Laws degree
- Registration as a legal practitioner in Zimbabwe
- Ordinary residence in Zimbabwe
- At least five years of post-registration legal experience including company secretarial and corporate law work
- Demonstrated expertise in board governance, company registers, statutory filings, resolutions, and minutes
- Strong capabilities in contract drafting, legal research, commercial judgment, and executive communication
- Ability to manage strict deadlines, sensitive matters, and governance responsibilities for two distinct businesses
Qualifications
- Experience dealing with infrastructure, engineering, or construction contracts
- Valid driver licence
Core Skills
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What is the location and work setting for the Group Company Secretary role?
The position is located in Harare and is on-site.
What is the employment type?
This is a full-time position.
What are the primary qualifications needed to apply?
Applicants must hold a Bachelor of Laws degree, be registered as a legal practitioner in Zimbabwe, maintain ordinary residence in the country, and have a minimum of five years of post-registration experience in corporate law and secretarial duties.
How can candidates apply for this position?
Applicants must email their CV and a short cover letter to srdvacancies@gmail.com with the subject line Group Company Secretary Application by 22 November 2026.
What salary and benefits are offered?
The job posting does not specify salary or benefits details.
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