Company Secretary

/ˈkʌmpəni ˈsɛkrəˌtɛri/

Definitions

  1. (n.) An officer appointed by a company to ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements and to manage corporate governance matters.
    The company secretary ensured that all board meetings were properly documented and complied with legal standards.

Forms

  • company secretary
  • company secretaries

Commentary

The role of a company secretary varies by jurisdiction but generally involves ensuring legal compliance and facilitating communication between the board and shareholders.

This glossary is for general informational and educational purposes only. Definitions are jurisdiction-agnostic but reflect terminology and concepts primarily drawn from English and American legal traditions. Nothing herein constitutes legal advice or creates a lawyer-client relationship. Users should consult qualified counsel for advice on specific matters or jurisdictions.

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