Governance Associate

About the role

VFD Group is hiring a full-time hybrid Governance Associate based in Lagos, with flexible work-from-home options. The role supports corporate governance and compliance, manages board and committee meetings, prepares and reviews documentation and ensures adherence to regulatory requirements.

Key responsibilities

• Support end-to-end company secretarial functions for public and private companies, including board and committee meetings, AGMs and regulatory filings
• Ensure compliance with SEC, NGX, CAC and other regulatory requirements
• Maintain statutory registers and ensure timely submission of statutory returns
• Prepare and review governance documentation such as board packs, resolutions and shareholder communications
• Advise on corporate governance best practices and help implement governance frameworks for clients
• Liaise with external regulators, auditors and legal advisers
• Support corporate transactions such as rights issues, share reconstructions and public disclosures

Required profile

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in a corporate secretarial or governance role, with at least 2 years handling governance for a publicly listed company
• Proven experience preparing documentation, managing board and committee meetings and drafting reports
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to work independently and in a team in a hybrid environment, in a fast-paced setting
• Detail-oriented, with strong organizational and analytical skills

Required skills

• Corporate governance, compliance management and company secretariat practices
• SEC rules, NGX listing requirements and corporate governance codes
• Professional qualification such as ICSAN or ongoing certification is an advantage

What we offer

• A competitive compensation package
• A hybrid work structure
• Birthday leave and paid annual leave
• Leave allowance
• An exciting and relaxed work environment