Junior Consultant - Corporate Governance

Job Description

Forvis Mazars is looking for a Junior Consultant to join their Corporate Governance & Consluting team, as a Junior consultant you will support the delivery of governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) services to clients across various industries. You will assist in evaluating and improving corporate governance frameworks, policies, and practices, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and best practices.

Duties and Responsibilities

Implementation and Project Support

• Assist in the preparation of Governance reports under supervision.
• Support project planning and coordination tasks.
• Attend and take minutes in client meetings; assist in preparing presentation materials.
• Help ensure client compliance with regulatory requirements through research and documentation.
• Maintain organized records of client deliverables and correspondence.
• Provide administrative and logistical support to project teams.

Innovation and Research

• Conduct basic research on governance-related topics.
• Share findings and best practices with the team.
• Stay updated on relevant governance regulations and frameworks (e.g., King IV, PFMA).
• Contribute to internal knowledge-sharing initiatives.

Business Development Support

• Assist in preparing proposals and presentations for potential clients.
• Help coordinate networking events and maintain contact databases.
• Participate in internal brainstorming sessions for new business opportunities.

Client Engagement

• Support the team in building and maintaining professional client relationships.
• Attend client meetings and networking events as an observer or junior representative.
• Ensure timely and professional communication with clients.

Minimum Requirements

• 0–2 years of experience in Governance, Compliance, or related fields.
• Exposure to consulting or client-facing environments is advantageous.
• BCom degree in Company Secretarial and Governance Practice or related field.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Basic understanding of risk management principles and frameworks (e.g., ISO 31000, COSO).
• Basic understanding of governance frameworks and legislation (e.g., Basel III, King IV, Companies Act, FSCA guidelines).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Attention to detail and eagerness to learn.