The Role of the Company Secretary
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Although much has been written on the traditional role and key responsibilities of a company secretary, these writings are not sufficient to fully prepare an individual for the enormous task undertaken.
The role of the company secretary has changed and this is both undisputed and understated. The secretary's role is no longer the same as it was a decade, let alone five years ago.
This paper will look at some of the aspects of the role of the modern company secretary and the competencies that are required to succeed.Read more...
Released by International Finance Corporation 2014
This study focuses on the role of the company secretary, an executive position that usually;reports directly to the chairman and is the key point of contact for other board members.
It examines the expectations of stakeholders, board dynamics and the interactions of other board members' and their views, identifying evidence of high performance and the characteristics of best practice.
In the context of stricter governance regimes, new disclosure metrics, and greater competitive pressures on boards, the secretariat is a strategic function.Read more...
Released by ICSA UK 2014