Company Secretary

Scape • Full-time • Sydney, NSW, AU • 1d ago

Location: Sydney CBD (on-site)

Employment Type: Full-time

We are seeking a Company Secretary with strong governance expertise, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to support a dynamic executive team across a diverse portfolio of businesses.

Who Are We?

Founded in 2013 as Scape Australia, a leader in student housing, we’ve evolved into The Living Company - a fully integrated living platform spanning Student Living (Scape), Rent to Live – Affordable Housing (RTL Co.), and Retirement Living (Aveo). With over a decade of experience creating purpose-driven living environments, our national portfolio now includes $17 billion in assets under management, 106 properties, and 35,000 beds and units across Australia.

The Living Company’s vision is to be the Earth’s best living company, reshaping the way Australians live through sustainable, community-focused, and high-quality spaces built for every stage of life.

The Role

As the Company Secretary, you will support the COO & General Counsel and legal team to ensure The Living Company’s corporate governance and compliance obligations are met. The role is responsible for maintaining statutory records, managing corporate entity compliance, and supporting the legal team to deliver high-quality governance across the group structure and investor base.

Your key responsibilities include (but not limited to):

Oversee company secretarial duties across multiple entities
Ensure governance, compliance, and ASIC reporting excellence
Support board, investor, and JV partner communications
Drive process improvements in governance and documentation
Partner with legal on restructures and corporate transactions
Maintain accurate records, registers, and filings

The Ideal Candidate

7–10+ years’ experience in corporate governance, legal, or company secretarial roles
Strong knowledge of ASIC, Corporations Act, and multi-entity governance structures
Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and deliver pragmatic outcomes
Background in private corporate, investment, or property/funds environments
Governance Institute or AICD qualifications highly regarded
Exceptional organisational, analytical, and communication skills

Perks & Benefits

At The Living Company, we are all about creating and sharing the good vibes. Below are just some of the perks of joining our team:

Annual flu vaccinations and skin checks to keep you healthy and thriving.
Insurance discounts up to 10% with top providers like Bupa, nib, and NobleOak.
A month dedicated to your well-being and health, plus a day off to celebrate however you want.
Passionate work environment that inspires and energizes.
Birthday leave because your special day deserves to be celebrated.
Generous referral bonuses (up to $5k) for bringing great talent to our team.
EAP, Sonder & Duress support to ensure your peace of mind.

Interested? Here's How to Apply

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and join a purpose-driven organisation, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a one-page cover letter outlining your experience and motivation for applying.

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Early submission is strongly encouraged!

No agencies please.

At The Living Company we honour and welcome our rich heritage and contributions of First Nations and Indigenous peoples. Our workplace embraces diversity and strives to create an inclusive environment that respects and values your culture, traditions, and perspectives. Join us in building a harmonious and empowered community where everyone's voice is heard and celebrated.