Company Secretary

**Introduction**:
Make a difference where it matters most
At Housing Choices Australia, we believe everyone deserves a safe and affordable home. We are a leading not-for-profit housing provider committed to building inclusive and thriving communities. Our Five-Year Strategic Plan (2024-29) prioritises people and aims to deliver social impact, sustainable growth, and empowered teams.
Join us in building a better future, one home at a time.
Why you will love working with us
Join a passionate, purpose-driven team where your work creates lasting impact, and your wellbeing, growth, and individuality are genuinely valued.
Purposeful impact - make a meaningful difference in people’s lives by supporting inclusive, safe, and affordable housing.
Growth and development - enhance your skills and advance your career through tailored learning opportunities.
Balance that works - enjoy five weeks annual leave and flexible working arrangements suited to your lifestyle.
Valuable benefits - increase your income through salary packaging, salary continuance insurance, and 16 weeks of paid parental leave.
Supportive culture - be recognised and celebrated in an inclusive, values-driven workplace.
**Description**:
Company Secretary
**Location**: Melbourne
**Employment type**: Permanent Full Time
**Salary**: $180,000 plus 11.5% superannuation and salary packaging
About the role
The Company Secretary plays a key role in ensuring the Housing Choices Australia Group maintains strong governance practices, regulatory compliance, and effective Board performance. As the governance advisor to the Board, CEO, and senior leadership, you will lead high-level compliance activities and oversee the smooth operation of Board and committee processes across multiple legal entities.
This role is ideal for an experienced governance professional who combines exceptional organisational skills with discretion, leadership, and deep understanding of corporate and not-for-profit regulation.
**Key responsibilities include**:
Acting as Company Secretary across the HCA Group and its subsidiaries
Supporting the CEO and Chair to coordinate Board and committee meetings, minutes, agendas, and governance documentation
Advising the Board on its responsibilities and duties under Corporations Law and ACNC governance standards
Ensuring compliance with ASIC, ACNC, ATO, and housing sector regulatory reporting
Leading Board inductions, evaluations, and governance training
Maintaining statutory registers and company records
About the team
The General Counsel & CoSec group ensures robust governance, compliance, and legal management, underpinning Housing Choices Australia’s commitment to integrity and accountability. The team proactively manages risk, regulatory compliance, and corporate governance to sustain operational excellence and ethical standards. This function is integral to maintaining trust with stakeholders and ensuring that the organisation’s strategic and operational decisions align with legal obligations and best practices.
**Skills and Experiences**:
About you
**You will have**:
A tertiary qualification in law, commerce, governance or a related field
A Graduate Diploma in Corporate Governance or Governance Institute of Australia membership (or equivalent)
Proven experience as a Company Secretary or senior governance professional
Deep understanding of the Corporations Act, ACNC standards, and best practice governance
Excellent stakeholder management and written communication skills
High-level discretion, judgement, and ethical integrity
You must agree to undergo any required employment screening, including but not limited to a National Criminal History or Police Check, Working with Children or Vulnerable Persons Check, and NDIS Worker Screening Check.
Even if you do not meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. We value unique experiences and perspectives.
Our values in action
**Everything we do is guided by our shared values**:
Putting people first - we listen, respect, and respond to our communities.
Working together - collaboration helps us achieve better outcomes.
Doing the right thing - we act with integrity and accountability.
Acting boldly - we innovate to address current housing challenges.
We are committed to a strategy that supports tenant wellbeing, organisational growth, environmental responsibility, and workforce empowerment.
Belong at Housing Choices
How to apply
For further information, please contact Chelsea Isaacson, People & Culture Business Partner at 03 8636 9408
If you do not meet every requirement, please still apply, as we value potential and diverse experiences as much as a perfect CV.
**Disclaimer**: To the best of Housing Choices Australia’s knowledge, this information is valid at the time of publication.