Do I need written consent regarding the appointment of directors and secretaries?

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To be properly appointed, an officeholder such as a director or secretary, must give written and signed consent to the company prior to their appointment. Once the officeholder has provided consent, it’s important that the company maintains this record.

You can click here for an example of a consent form provided by ASIC.

Failure to comply with the consent requirements is a criminal offence.

Further Reading

https://asic.gov.au/for-business/small-business/starting-a-small-business-company/small-business-company-directors/how-to-become-a-company-director/

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