Secretary to the Board of Directors

Building the bank of tomorrow takes more than skills.
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Secretary to the Board of Directors
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Secretary to the Board of Directors
Main purpose:
Ensure the effective and compliant functioning of the Board of Directors and its Committees, acting as a central coordination point between the Board, Executive Management, and regulators.
Responsibilities:
Lead the planning and coordination of meetings of the Board of Directors and its Committees, ensuring high-quality preparation and efficient execution.
Draft accurate meeting minutes and ensure timely follow-up on the implementation of Board decisions.
Safeguard sound governance practices by ensuring the Board receives clear, relevant, and timely information from Executive Management, auditors, and other stakeholders.
Maintain and continuously update key governance documents (articles of association, internal regulations) and oversee regulatory filings and interactions with supervisory authorities, in particular FINMA.
Lead the organisation of the Annual General Meeting of Shareholders and ensure its smooth and professional delivery.
Act as a key interface with regulators, managing official correspondence and ensuring the Board is appropriately informed of relevant developments.
Coordinate Board effectiveness processes, including annual evaluations and the organisation of targeted training sessions.
Oversee administrative and regulatory processes related to Board composition (appointments, filings, commercial register updates).
Provide support and continuity to other governance-related functions when required.
Qualifications
Law degree (preferred) or degree in economics
Extensive expertise in corporate governance within a banking or regulated financial services environment
Significant experience in board support, minute-taking, and corporate secretarial responsibilities
High level of integrity and professional ethics
Ability to handle sensitive matters with the utmost discretion and confidentiality
Strong sense of responsibility, reliability, and commitment
Proactive, well-organised, and able to work both independently and collaboratively
Fluency in English and French; very good command of German
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