The Asthma Society of Ireland is currently seeking a committed, experienced professional to support its mission of improving the lives of people living with asthma across Ireland. This voluntary governance role offers a meaningful opportunity to contribute strategic expertise, leadership, and insight at national level.

The Company Secretary plays a vital part in ensuring the Society is well-governed, financially sustainable, and impactful in how we engage with supporters, partners, and the wider public.

About the role

As a company limited by guarantee and a registered charity, the Asthma Society of Ireland is required under company law to appoint a Company Secretary. This is a senior governance role and a key part of the organisation’s checks-and-balances framework.

The Company Secretary acts as a custodian of good governance, supporting the Board to meet its statutory obligations and to operate in line with best practice in charity and company governance. The role is independent of management and reports directly to the Board through the Chair.

Key responsibilities include

• Supporting the Board to comply with company law, charity regulation, and governance standards
• Oversight of statutory filings with the Companies Registration Office (CRO) and Charity Regulatory Authority (CRA)
• Ensuring accurate maintenance of company registers, board minutes, and governance records
• Advising the Board on evolving governance, regulatory, and compliance requirements
• Supporting effective Board and Committee processes, including AGMs and governance reviews
• Many administrative functions are delegated to senior staff; however, the Company Secretary retains accountability to the Board for ensuring these duties are fulfilled

This role would particularly suit an individual with senior experience in company secretarial practice, governance, legal, risk, compliance, or regulated environments, and a strong interest in contributing their expertise to a national health charity.

Please find a full description of the Company Secretary’s role and responsibilities here.