Company Secretary - Sydney

About Us 
Automic Group brings together modern purpose-built technology with a dynamic and experienced team to tailor solutions for companies and funds to understand, engage and manage their investors. We provide a cloud-native single registry, employee share plan and board management platform, and professional services including company secretarial, ESG, accounting and finance, and investor and media relations. 

Today, over 1,400 ASX listed and unlisted clients trust Automic’s 250 employees to manage their registry, investor and board requirements – and Automic is ranked number one on the ASX by number of companies serviced, with 750 listed clients. In the past two financial years, Automic has won 50%of IPOs and 70% of listed companies who have switched registries. 

Our culture is innately entrepreneurial, comprising people who thrive in an atmosphere where ideas, actions and initiative are encouraged. Our core values, Customer Success, Ambition, Equality and Team are at the foundation of who we are and how we operate.

We are growing, and with that growth we have an exciting Company Secretary opportunity, based in our Sydney office. 

About the Role 

The Company Secretary plays a pivotal role in delivering high impact corporate governance and company secretarial expertise across a diverse portfolio of Automic Group clients. You’ll step into a fast paced, client focused environment where your deep knowledge of Australian corporate law, ASX Listing Rules, and governance best practice drives confident decision-making and meaningful outcomes. In this role, you will work closely with a Principal across a client portfolio of listed entities, where you'll lead client obligations end-to-end, provide strategic guidance, champion continuous improvement, and build trusted relationships—while also helping shape the next generation of talent within the team. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Proactively manage corporate governance and compliance obligations for a portfolio of clients, including:
  • Board and Committee meeting preparation, attendance and minutes
  • Tracking and managing governance and compliance obligations
  • Reporting and regulatory lodgements
  • Periodic reporting and capital structure requirements
  • Year-end processes, including AGMs
• Provide strategic advice on corporate law, ASX Listing Rules, risk management and governance matters.
• Oversee and enhance company secretarial processes, driving continuous improvement across the team.
• Support and mentor junior team members to build capability and deliver high-quality service.
• Build strong client relationships and consistently deliver a high standard of service.
• Collaborate effectively with internal teams to ensure seamless client outcomes.
• Maintain timely communication with stakeholders and uphold all compliance, training and productivity requirements.
• Proactively pursue professional development and stay current with evolving governance practices.

About you! 

To be successful in this role, we are looking for someone to bring: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Business, Accounting or another relevant discipline.
• Experience working within a professional services environment, supporting and servicing multiple clients.
• Demonstrated experience managing the company secretarial function for ASX-listed entities.
• Proven experience interpreting and applying Australian corporate law, including the Corporations Act 2001.
• Strong understanding of ASX Listing Rules and continuous disclosure obligations.
• Knowledge of relevant regulatory frameworks beyond the Corporations Act and ASX Listing Rules.

Why join Automic: 

You’ll be part of a team where operational excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement are genuinely valued. This is an opportunity to deepen your expertise, contribute to meaningful outcomes, and grow your career within a high-performing, purpose-led fintech environment. 

Key Benefits include: 

• Hybrid working model.
• Join a high-growth, scale-up organisation.
• Professional career growth and development opportunities.
• Supportive and fast-paced working environment.

If the above sounds like you, please apply for this exciting opportunity and be part of the growth journey at Automic! 

Applications will be reviewed as they are received and interviews may commence prior to the closing date.