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2925BWW Exclusive - FTSE 250 interim Assistant Secretary (6-12 months)LondonContractAssistant Company Secretary, Senior Assistant Company Secretary

FTSE 250 seeks an Assistant Secretary on an interim basis for 6-12 months to join its highly professional, friendly, supportive and well organised team of 5 people. The team is normally based in central London, but all the secretariat are working flexibly at present. Duties will include;

• Provide support to the Boards of regulated subsidiaries and their committees. This includes diarising the meetings, preparing agendas, collation and circulation of meeting papers, attending and minuting the meetings and ensure that there is effective follow through on all relevant matters arising.
• Assist in the preparation of the Company’s Annual Report and Accounts and assisting with auditor queries.
• Assist in the organisation of the AGM including drafting the notice of meeting, drafting the chairman’s script and post AGM filings.
• Work on any projects with Corporate Development that may be required, including reviewing uploading documents to data sites, reviewing of completion ancillaries and contract documentation for Co Sec.
• Oversee and check board minutes, resolutions and other documents required for restructurings, capital injections, capital reductions and dividends prepared by the back office support team.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with the continuing obligations under the Listing Rules, Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules by co-ordinating and checking regulatory announcements.
• Liaise/assist in managing the relationship with the Registrar.
• Assist with annual review of Share Plan rules and requirements.
• Assist HR in queries and ensure the correct process is followed during the exit process, including the resignation of directorships.
• Manage ad-hoc projects as and when required, working closely with the back office team.
• Deal with name protection issues, liaising with the various stakeholders.
• Assist with a broad range of ad-hoc queries.

Would suit experienced candidate with good meetings and minute writing experience, able to work independently and in a team as and when required.

2924NHS - Part-time company secretarial role (2 days per week)WokingPermanentOnly Company Secretary, Deputy Company SecretaryOur client is a not-for-profit community services provider with a passion for helping people live the heathiest lives they can in their communities. Based in Woking they now need permanent, part-time company secretarial assistance for 2 days a week.

The Company Secretary will act as principle advisor to the Chief Executive, Chair and Board on all issues relating to corporate governance, ensuring that affairs are undertaken to the highest standards of probity and according to statutory and legislative requirements and in line with the regulatory framework.

You will be directly accountable to the Chief Executive and be responsible for establishing and maintaining the highest levels of corporate governance in line with the best NHS standards.

You will work with/support the Board, Chair and CE to meet their obligations to ensure the social enterprise can secure ongoing compliance with the regulatory framework (including statute, terms of authorisation and constitution) enforced by NHS regulators, including the CQC and NHS Improvement / England.

The post holder will manage and further develop procedures for the sound board and corporate governance of the organisation and will advise the Board via the Chair, CE and directly.

As a member of the senior management team you will actively contribute to the development and implementation of the strategic direction and objectives that play a key role in embedding the organisations vision, values and corporate objective. A full job description detailing all the key responsibilities and relationships is available on request.

2923BWW Exclusive: FTSE250 Interim Deputy Company Secretary / Head of Secretariat LondonFixed TermDeputy Company Secretary, Only Company Secretary

This FTSE250 requires a Chartered Secretary with deep professional experience gained within a large, complex, FTSE-listed company to provide interim cover for at least nine months, ideally starting in September.
Reporting to the General Counsel & Company Secretary, you will be responsible for the leadership of the Company Secretariat on a day to day basis, delivering an efficient and effective service while ensuring the group complies with its obligations in respect of Stock Exchange regulations, company law and corporate governance guidelines. This is a full time role and will be supported by an Assistant Company Secretary.
Calmness and gravitas is required to inspire confidence with senior executives and NEDs, coupled with the interpersonal skills to establish effective working relationships across the group. A full job description is available on request.

2920BWW Exclusive - Senior Assistant, Central London LondonPermanentSenior Assistant Company Secretary, Assistant Company SecretaryRare opportunity for an ICSA qualified candidate with experience of working in a complex/global group to join a supportive, impressive team within a world leading business. This is an extremely broad ranging and “visible” role – and you will have exposure to the senior management team from day one, so the ability to interact easily at all levels within the organisation to represent the secretariat function when required will be important. Suit someone with excellent attention to detail and a team spirited approach. Experience of mentoring junior colleagues would be useful.

2922FTSE250 Company Secretarial Assistant LondonPermanentCompany Secretarial AssistantThis well-known constituent of the FTSE250 is recruiting a Company Secretarial Assistant on a permanent basis to join its professional, highly regarded Secretariat. 
This small, dedicated team supports the group in a wide variety of duties ranging from full listed company responsibilities (including the Annual Report, AGM, share scheme exercises and RNS announcements) as well as subsidiary governance and Board Support. You would get full exposure to all these areas and more in this supportive environment. 
You'll ideally be ICSA qualified or studying towards the qualification and already have at least a basic knowledge of core company secretarial procedures. Working knowledge of Diligent Entities/Blueprint OneWorld would be advantageous. A full job description is available upon request. 

 

2917Executive Governance OfficerEssexPermanentCompany Secretarial Assistant, Assistant Company SecretaryRegistered Charity based in Essex is now seeking to appoint a Governance Executive on a permanent basis to provide key support to the Group Executive Board. As well as performing the secretariat duties, you'll also be drafting high quality advice and providing strong, solution-focused analytical thinking to cross organisational issues. 
Ideally, ICSA qualified or qualified with experience, you'll have a proactive approach with excellent attention to detail. You'll need to be a forward thinker, anticipating the evolving needs of the Board and Secretariat and ensure policy and procedure is in place to meet those future needs.
A full and detailed job description is available on request. 

2921BWW Exclusive: Trainee Company Secretary/Company Secretarial AssistantLondonPermanentTraineeA truly unique and wonderful opportunity has arisen with this FTSE AIM All-Share investment firm for a Trainee Company Secretary to join them on a permanent basis. 
The role will report directly to the Group Company Secretary and you'll get unrivalled exposure to the following core company secretarial duties; Statutory compliance, Annual Report & Accounts, AGM, Board Packs, Minute taking and Regulatory announcements. 
The successful candidate will need to be able to work well in a small, close knit team and have an enthusiastic and 'can do' attitude to the work. You'll also have a strong desire to study for the ICSA qualification if not already started (a full study support package is on offer).
You'll join an incredibly professional and successful team who sit at the heart of this bespoke investor. A very visible role so you must be able to liaise effectively with a wide group of contacts and advisers, both in person as well as via phone and email. A full job description is available on request.  

2875BWW Exclusive - Company Secretary - PlcLondonPermanentOnly Company SecretaryFully listed leisure group requires a Company Secretary to join in a full-time role supported by a full time Assistant Company Secretary. The Company Secretary is a key adviser to the Main Board and the Executive Committee and as such the role is highly influential.  The support and advice of the Company Secretary is much valued and sought regularly by all Directors but in particular the Chairman and Chief Executive on a regular basis.   A “hands on” approach is very much required, and the successful candidate is likely to be a Chartered Secretary (or possibly a lawyer or accountant) with significant experience of the listed Company environment, share option schemes and pensions.  Suit a qualified candidate with a “hands on” approach, and significant experience of the listed Company environment, share option schemes and pensions. Reporting to the Chairman with support from a qualified Assistant Secretary. 

2915BWW Exclusive: Assistant Co-SecLondonPermanentAssistant Company Secretary, Senior Assistant Company Secretary, Deputy Company Secretary

BWW have been exclusively retained to work with a global brand who are seeking an experienced and ambitious Assistant Co-Sec for the first time. 
You will report directly to the Company Secretary and support the Company Secretarial Assistant in this team of 3. 
As Assistant Co-Sec, you will have excellent exposure to the main UK board and extremely high-profile stakeholders. You will be working closely with major UK subsidiaries and providing a superior secretariat and governance provision to the group. This role comes with a broad remit and the chance to get involved in a variety of work across this global business. 

Ideally, you will have: 

• Experience of interacting with Boards of Directors and senior leadership.
• Experience of attending board meetings and preparing minutes thereof.
• Strong technical experience with Blueprint One World software.

Alongside a competitive base salary, an excellent benefits package is on offer including unlimited holiday and flexible working.

2916FTSE 250 Interim Co Sec Asst (12 month FTC full time/4 days pw)LondonFixed TermCompany Secretarial Assistant, Assistant Company Secretary

Our FTSE 250 client is an international manufacturing group based in the West End of London seeking an interim Company Secretarial Assistant, to be on board by August. The role will be offered on the basis of an initial year’s fixed term contract (either full time or 4 days per week).

Working with a small team, you will gain broad experience assisting in a wide range of listed work covering routine company secretarial administration for UK and international subsidiaries, Board support, AGM, Annual Report preparation, KYC, registrations and licences. It is a great opportunity to gain exposure to a full range of plc work. This role would suit someone with the following skills and characteristics;

• ICSA part/fully qualified (+/- 2 years experience)
• Good knowledge of the Companies Act 2006 and UK Corporate Governance Code.
• Ability to understand key stakeholders and build own internal networks.
• Ability to learn and maintain general knowledge of all businesses within the Group.
• Attention to detail is essential.
• Highly organised, thorough, demonstrating excellent attention to detail and a proactive, flexible approach.
• Personable, discreet, confident, articulate and able to establish strong relationships with individuals at all levels of seniority.
• Understanding of directors’ role and responsibilities.
• Experience of entity management software (Blueprint) and board paper portals (Diligent) advantageous.
• Good IT knowledge and experience, particularly the Microsoft Office suite, with the ability to get up to speed on anything new.
• Familiarity with board paper portals and/or legal entity management systems, particularly Diligent and Blueprint, would be advantageous
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (eg Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook)
• Strong communication skills

 

2847Company Secretary EssexPermanentDeputy Company Secretary, Only Company SecretaryThis internationally recognised brand is now seeking to recruit a Chartered Secretary on a permanent basis to step into this number one role. A rare opening in this forward thinking, dynamic group. 
You'll ideally have held the number one role previously and have excellent, demonstrable board level experience, some of much would be ideally gained in a highly regulated environment. Knowledge of UK corporate law is key and an understanding of corporate law principles across a European group would be advantageous. 
A very generous salary and benefits package is on offer. 

2876Manager - Renewable Energy Investment LondonPermanentSenior Assistant Company Secretary, Deputy Company Secretary, Only Company SecretaryA function of this multinational financial services group that specialises in the investment of green energy and infrastructure projects is now seeking a standalone Chartered Secretary on a permanent basis. Your primary role will be to provide corporate governance advice to the Directors and senior management and to support the function with a full range of company secretarial duties.
This is a new position within the group and as such will require the post holder to set up new policy and procedures for the first time. It will require a driven, self-motivated individual used to operating in a fast paced environments and who is used to the demands of such a significant post. 
You will have oversight and management of external providers over multiple jurisdictions. A full job description is available on request. 

2907PLC Senior Level Co Sec Role, VPLondonPermanentSenior Assistant Company Secretary, Deputy Company Secretary

World recognised brand are seeking an experienced and dynamic qualified Governance Professional to join their exciting and versatile team. A fantastic opportunity to mentor junior team members and work with high-profile and senior stakeholders. 
If you have fantastic experience with a reputable UK listed company or commercial law firm,  proven ability to lead small teams and develop superior relationships with key stakeholders - request more information for this exciting full-time role who are looking to recruit ASAP!

2908PLC Assistant Co Sec, AVPLondonPermanentSenior Assistant Company Secretary, Assistant Company Secretary

Leading PLC Financial Services institution seek a qualified ICSA governance professional or legally qualified candidate to join their London based team. You will support key areas of the business work closely with senior individuals within the organisation.
This is a broad and technical role requiring an experienced  and organised individual who is able to work collaboratively with the team and coach more junior members. Alongside the relevant experience you will ideally be ICSA qualified and be familiar with a company secretarial database - such as Blueprint/Diligent Entities.
Request more information to see the full description for this diverse full-time role.

2895Assistant Company SecretaryLondonPermanentAssistant Company Secretary, Company Secretarial AssistantA GradCG or ACG Company Secretary who ideally has experience gained in highly regulated environment is needed by this highly reputable Investment Manager. 
This role will be offered on a permanent basis and you'll be joining a small team of two Chartered Secretaries and support them in providing a full range of company secretarial and corporate governance services to all entities in the group. 
This role will offer the post holder plenty of opportunity to spread their wings and build on their experience. There is always something to do in this team so opportunity will be a plenty.
Minuting experience is essential in this role and ideally you will have working knowledge of Blueprint/Diligent Entities. 
A wonderful opportunity for someone looking to break out from a Company Secretarial Assistant to an Assistant Company Secretary. 

2892Company Secretarial AssistantLondonPermanentCompany Secretarial AssistantSustainability is at the heart of this truly global investment manager that has assets in excess of $12bn under management on over 30 countries.
Due to continued growth, this team of three is now looking for their fourth team member. You'll be joining a passionate, busy Secretariat who are well regarded for the high quality of support that they provide the Board and overall group with. 
This is a wonderful opportunity for someone seeking to join a very transactional company and have excellent exposure to the senior managers and directors from day one. There is always something new to get your teeth into in this team. 
A baseline level of experience is required, especially excellent working knowledge of Blueprint Entities. A willingness to learn, good team ethic and excellent attention to team will stand you in great stead to apply for this role.  A generous salary and full ICSA study support package is on offer (if needed).

2888Assistant Company Secretary LondonPermanentAssistant Company Secretary, Company Secretarial AssistantA leading National Charity seek an Assistant Co-Sec to report directly to the Company Secretary and deliver superb secretariat to varied and interesting committees, alongside ensuring the charity is working to the highest possible standards in line with Charity regulations and frameworks.
This is an integral, full-time, role in the team and thus requires a fully or part-qualified Chartered Company Secretary who has a knowledge of the regulatory frameworks for charities and a knowledge or experience within data protection. 
This is a fantastic opportunity for an individual with good interpersonal/communication skills to join a charity which helps enrich the lives of the whole nation. If you are interested to know more of what this London-based role entails, please enquire for the full job description.

2879Manager LondonPermanentSenior Assistant Company Secretary, Assistant Company SecretaryA Chartered Secretary is sought after by this multinational financial services to join its team of c.8 people who provide a full rage of company secretarial and governance for entities under management throughout the UK and EMEA.
You'll be joining a professional, hard working and incredibly supportive Secretariat who are used to performing at the highest levels in this fast paced, changing environment. You'll be advising directors, business groups and support divisions on all aspects of corporate governance and company Secretarial practice. 
Fluency in another European language would be desirable. 

2878Executive - Global Entity ManagementLondonPermanentAssistant Company Secretary, Company Secretarial AssistantNewly created role to join this highly regarded Secretariat within this global financial services group. You'll be joining a professional, dedicated team of company secretaries whole provide a first class service to this group throughout the UK and EMEA. 
This permanent role will enable you to further develop your experience under the guidance of fantastic Head of Department who instils a positive, truly collaborative and supportive team environment - so much so that nobody chooses to leave! 
You'll ideally be GradCG or looking to complete your exams soon and have at least 2-4 years experience gained either in house or within professional services.  If you're seeking to join a motivated, supportive team environment where the quality of work is first class, then this could be the role for you.  

2861Company Secretarial AssistantBerkshirePermanentCompany Secretarial AssistantMultinational tech and leisure group seeks a talented Trainee/Co Sec Ast wanting a step up in responsibility in this transactional, commercial role. Prior exp is required and could suit someone seeking to move from in-house from a professional services environment.
For this full-time, Berkshire-based role you will be working as part of a small Co Sec team and therefore will need to have excellent written and verbal interpersonal and communication skills. You will need to have strong organisational skills and the appropriate technical skills to conduct the broad remit of responsibilities, and having Blueprint OneWorld experience is desirable.
 

2836Head of Governance/Company SecretaryOxfordshirePermanentOnly Company Secretary

Our client seeks candidate with expert knowledge of corporate governance, and proven experience of working within a highly regulated environment to join their Oxfordshire based team in a newly created role. Reporting to the CE, you will work alongside the Board and Leadership Team.
This registered society are looking for an experienced individual to join their team, full-time on a permanent basis, as soon as possible to help change individuals' lives.
If you are ICSA qualified and/or substantially experienced as a company secretary, an excellent minute taker and effective working with colleagues and customers alike - request the full job description!

2828Company Secretarial ManagerLondonPermanentDeputy Company Secretary, Senior Assistant Company Secretary, Assistant Company SecretaryInternational Professional Services provider are seeking a qualified Co-Sec to manage a small team within this busy co-sec department. You will be used to working in professional services environment and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Some line management experience would be ideal.
This full-time managerial role in Central London within a global consultancy offers fantastic opportunity. If you are an experienced Co-Sec who Is committed to furthering your career in a professional services environment and able to provide excellent oversight on a broad range of client services, please enquire for more information.