Latest Roles

3769Fractional Group Company Secretary (3 days a week)Bicester/HybridPermanentOnly Company SecretaryOur client is an AIM listed global technology company founded in 2000. It is small but growing fast and this rapid growth means it is time for them to recruit their first dedicated Group Company Secretary, to work with them on a part-time basis to provide company secretarial and corporate governance support to the Board of Directors, in particular to the Non-Executive Chair, Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer.
Up until now, the work has been undertaken by the CFO, but with the size of the company changing so quickly they recognise that this is no longer practical. They are fast moving out of the start-up phase, this role will suit a candidate with a practical, commercial and pragmatic mindset.
The company has c.50 members of staff, with a fantastic record for retaining people. It is very well invested, is a top global technology company with bright, intelligent people and a stimulating atmosphere. There is a lot to like about this business.
The Board is looking for an experienced Group Company Secretary, with prior experience of success in similar roles in small to medium sized, growing AIM listed companies; capable of learning their way into this role quickly; leading and developing the role as the business grows; and with appropriate credibility and gravitas to operate successfully at Board level and with professional advisers.
This role will be offered on a part-time, hybrid, flexible basis for 3 days a week, combining office attendance one day a week with working from home.
Key responsibilities will include;

• Board meetings and papers
• Board Committee support
• Annual report
• Additional Remuneration Committee support, management of share schemes and relationship with the employee benefit trust
• Company insurance
• AGM and General Meetings
• Investor website maintenance
• Governance reviews
• Board and Committee terms of reference.

3768Assistant Company Secretary - Renewable Energy SectorLondon EC4/HybridPermanentAssistant Company Secretary, Company Secretarial Assistant, Senior Assistant Company SecretaryThis Assistant Company Secretary role offers an excellent opportunity to join an exciting new renewables business still in its infancy. With strong financial backing and a truly multination reach, this offshore energy company now seeks the support of an Assistant Company Secretary on a full time permanent basis. 
You'll be joining a small, yet growing team, reporting directly into the Company Secretary. You'll ideally be comfortable working in a semi-autonomous way and will take on full responsibility for all international subsidiary management (diligent entities experience would be ideal). 
This role is likely to evolve considerably, as the company continues its growth and reach. As such, you'll need to be happy to contribute in an ever-changing environment, one that is likely to be quite dynamic and transactional. A wider legal and compliance skillset might well be advantageous in this role as you're likely to be heavily involved in working alongside Legal, Finance and Insurance functions. 
End to end board and committee meetings experience would also be advantageous as would experience of supporting on joint ventures. If you're looking for a fascinating new role in the green energy sector, one that will no doubt offer exceptional exposure as well as throw up some challenges in its time - then this could be just what you're after. A competitive salary and benefits package are on offer and the company have a hybrid working policy of three days in the office, two from home. A full job description is available on request. 

3767Assistant Secretary - Media sectorWest London/HybridPermanentAssistant Company SecretaryOur client, a high-profile global media organisation, is looking for an Assistant Secretary to join their team of 5 professionals on a full-time permanent basis.  You will be part of a highly respected team that sits at the heart of the business, collaborating with a broad range of knowledgeable and supportive colleagues across the organisation. You will also have the support from a Company Secretary who will prioritise your development, is focused on high quality delivery, and will coach you to be the best that you can be.

This role would suit a qualified company secretary, ideally someone who is already ACG, (or otherwise ACG eligible and with that process planned/underway) with experience gained in a corporate centre environment. You should have sound technical company secretarial experience to offer, combined with excellent interpersonal/social skills, as this is a highly visible role. There will be much interaction with the CEO/Chair/Senior Execs. The successful candidate will have a “technology first” approach – someone who thinks that way first, not just familiar with Diligent Entities and Diligent Boards, but also AI - Copilot/ChatGPT are in regular use by the team.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND IMPACT:

• Be appointed as (named) company secretary for an allocated portfolio of subsidiaries. Take ownership of their governance requirements and provide clear, practical advice to directors and colleagues.

 

• Lead statutory accounts delivery for your portfolio of subsidiary companies, working with Finance, Tax, auditors and directors. Set milestones, undertake company secretarial review, resolve queries, arrange director approval and ensure accounts are filed at Companies House by the agreed project deadlines, which are set ahead of the applicable statutory deadlines. Lead the wider annual statutory accounts project when asked, managing the timetable, contributors and deliverables across the team.

 

• Retain accountability for the delivery of your work even when individual tasks have been allocated to other colleagues. Monitor dependencies, follow up outstanding work and resolve or escalate risks early, with recommendations for keeping delivery on track.

 

•  Own governance processes for allocated boards and committees, including the Commercial Board, Executive Team and their committees, as required. Plan agendas with chairs, coordinate papers, attend meetings, draft accurate and concise minutes, track actions and deliver reports to oversight bodies within agreed timetables.

 

• Advise on delegated authorities and approval routes. Draft, review and arrange execution of company documents, resolutions, forms and applications, observing relevant local requirements.

 

• Ensure timely statutory compliance for allocated UK and/or overseas companies. Contribute to oversight and improvement of the global compliance framework, coordinating local advisers and raising gaps or risks.

 

• Maintain accurate company records in Diligent Entities and relevant corporate registers, including powers of attorney, guarantees, authorised signatories, representatives and charges. Work with the Governance Manager to maintain reliable information and evidence of approvals.

 

•  Lead assigned incorporations and company closures, and deliver governance work for transactions and corporate structure simplification. Review transaction completion documents and ensure resulting records and filings are addressed.

 

• Partner with Finance and Treasury on corporate approvals for banking arrangements. Build relationships with Legal, Tax and other specialists to progress matters with appropriate advice and approvals.

 

• Build purposeful relationships with subsidiary leaders, including visits to subsidiaries not based at the head office. Understand their businesses, anticipate governance implications and become an accessible first point of contact.

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA:

• A chartered governance professional with relevant company secretarial experience
• Good knowledge of statutory obligations required by the UK Companies Act.
• Understanding of the statutory accounts process.
• Experience of project management and good project management skills.
• Attention to detail, with strong analytical and communication skills.
• Familiar with using Board portals (e.g. Diligent Boards) and Compliance software (e.g. Diligent Entities).
• Strong knowledge of company law, statutory accounts and compliance;
• Strong analysis, drafting, planning and project delivery skills & using board portals and entity management systems

 

3766Head of Governance Wiltshire/HybridPermanentDeputy Company Secretary, Only Company SecretaryThis registered charity and company limited by guarantee is now seeking to recruit a Head of Governance on a full time, permanent basis. This is a brand new role, created as part of a restructure of the Governance team which will report directly to the CEO and have the responsibility for two direct reports. 
You'll take the reins and lead on governance, legal coordination and organisational risk management across the organisation in ensuring it meets all of its responsibilities under charity and company law. You'll also provide key strategic governance advice to the CEO, Trustees and senior leaders.
You'll need to demonstrate extensive experience in a senior governance role with supporting Boards, Trustees and/or senior leaders. Experience and working knowledge of company law and the charity law is essential. You'll also need to demonstrate sound judgement, integrity and discretion, thinking strategically in helping the organisation reach its goals. 
The role is based near Salisbury, Wiltshire and the organisation offer hybrid working with 2-3 days in the office, 2-3 from home. The organisation is also very family friendly. 
Please note that there is a strict closing date for applications of Monday 26 October at 9am. For further information on how to complete an application for this role, please do contact us ASAP. 

3764FTSE250 - Deputy/Snr Assistant Company SecretaryLondon SW1/HybridPermanentDeputy Company Secretary, Senior Assistant Company Secretary, Assistant Company SecretaryThis British multinational FTSE 250 listed company is now seeking to recruit a strong number two, a role that will report directly to the Group Company Secretary. Working as an immediate team of two, with some team administrative support, you'll take on a very broad remit covering wider corporate governance duties, Board and Committee support, shareholder engagement, regulatory and statutory compliance as well as subsidiary governance, corporate transactions and also project based work. 
The ability to take ownership of key duties, working autonomously and being able to prioritise multiple tasks will be a key skill to have in this role. This role will provide excellent exposure to key stakeholders and as such you'll need to be comfortable with effectively engaging with people at all levels within the business. 
Strong applicants will be those who are CGI qualified (ideally ACG) who have a strong, broad set of skills gained within a main market listed company. Being comfortable in operating in a lean team, managing your own time and tasks will be important. A very strong salary and benefits package is on offer and the company have the ability to consider the role at Deputy Company Secretary level or Senior Assistant Company Secretary level, depending on experience level. The role will be offered on a full time, permanent basis. The office is location in London SW1 with a hybrid working policy of three days in the office, two from home. A full job description is available on request. 

3763PLC Interim - 6 mths to start asapScotland/Remote/HybridFixed TermAssistant Company Secretary, Senior Assistant Company Secretary, Company Secretarial AssistantOur PLC client, a global manufacturing and distribution company is in need of some interim assistance to start asap for about 6 months, while a decision is made on the level needed for permanent recruitment to the department later in 2027.
We are very open on the level of candidate who could be considered for the current interim role, the company secretary simply needs a PLC experienced person who will not need a lot of handholding who would be free to assist with a variety of plc matters upcoming over the next six months or so.
This role could suit someone who has been operating at  Co Sec Asst, Assistant Secretary or more senior levels - depending on level of experience and appetite for the role – basically a sound extra pair of hands is needed as cover to support the department.
Ideally, they will be looking for someone who can assist with the Annual Report, as that is upcoming, so someone with experience of that aspect of the workload would be very useful, plus someone who can take accurate minutes – perhaps act as Secretary to the Sustainability Committee, for example. Experience and familiarity with Diligent Board books and Diligent Entities would also be very useful.
The team of three is based in Glasgow and if possible they would love someone who could be in the office 2 days a week, but they are realistic that the location won’t suit everyone, so if you are interested but the role would need to be more remotely based, just let us know what you would need – as it will be a supply and demand issue! For more information, get in touch.
 

3762Company Secretary - BankingLondon EC3/HybridPermanentOnly Company Secretary, Deputy Company Secretary, Senior Assistant Company SecretaryThis wholly owned subsidiary of an international banking group is now seeking to recruit a new Company Secretary on a full time, permanent basis. This is a standalone role, reporting directly to the CEO with no direct reports. You'll be centre stage in serving as principal advisor to the Board and its committees on all corporate governance matters and provide a full range of company secretarial services to the company. 
Ideally you'll be CGI qualified (ACG or FCG) with demonstratable experience of working within an FCA and PRA regulated environment. Wider financial services experience would be advantageous (not just the UK banking sector) alongside the experience of operating as part of a smaller team with a broad remit. 
The role offers the opportunity for great exposure at Board level but will require an experienced postholder to continue to steer them in the right direction. This role will be offered on a full time, permanent basis but consideration may also be given to those on an interim or interim-to-permanent basis. The company offer a hybrid working policy of three days in the office a week and a full and detailed job description is available on request. 

3760Consultant Company Secretary (Part-time/portfolio role)Remote (some meetings onsite)PermanentOnly Company SecretaryOur client is looking for a self-employed Consultant Company Secretary for a portfolio of three companies. They already have in place a successful arrangement in sharing the services of an experienced senior Company Secretarial Consultant, who will be retiring at the end of 2026, so the three companies working together seek a successor to take over this portfolio, ideally from early 2027.

The role involves managing agendas for Board and Committee Meetings, attending those meetings and taking Minutes and dealing with secretarial matters relating to the Annual General Meetings, as well as providing general company secretarial support.  The current individual estimates that he spends circa 85 - 100 days a year across all three companies. A full job description is available on request, which gives an outline of what each company will need, how often and where (whether meetings are in person or online). The lovely thing about this role is that it is an already existing portfolio arrangement which is a tested and proven success, we therefore know that the duties and time allocated are realistic and that the arrangement between the three companies already works smoothly in practice.

The role would suit an experienced and fully qualified individual, someone who has good Board facing experience and who now can offer their services on a self-employed basis (day rate). The majority of the meetings are held online, so the work can be handled largely remotely - but there will be occasions when you need to travel to attend an in-person Board meeting at the company concerned (travel expenses paid) – the client head offices are in Cheshire, Gloucestershire and Lincolnshire.
 

3759Senior Associate - Corporate & ComplianceLondon SW1/HybridPermanentSenior Assistant Company Secretary, Assistant Company Secretary, Company Secretarial Assistant

This independent Corporate, Trust and Private Client services provider is now seeking to to further expand their Corporate & Compliance team by recruiting a new Senior Associate to the team on a full time, permanent basis. This is a very broad role combining company secretarial, governance and compliance responsibilities. 

Key Responsibilities will include

• Managing a portfolio of international corporate structures, taking ownership of incorporations, restructurings, ongoing administration and liquidations across multiple jurisdictions.
• KYC, AML and compliance responsibilities
• Taking ownership of all company secretarial matters for a portfolio of entities
• Managing a portfolio of international corporate and private clients, acting as their trusted adviser and primary point of contact for company secretarial, governance and compliance matters.
• Supervising and mentoring junior members of the Corporate & Compliance team, reviewing work, providing technical guidance

Skills & Experience

• Experience within corporate services, company secretarial, governance, compliance or fiduciary services
• Strong company secretarial and corporate administration experience
• Ability to manage client relationships confidently
• Comfortable working independently with minimal supervision
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Professional and client-focused approach
• Fluency in a second language would be advantageous

3757Corporate Governance - BermudaNot AvailablePermanentSenior Assistant Company Secretary, Assistant Company Secretary, Deputy Company SecretaryThis multinational and well-known corporate and fiduciary administration business is now seeking to expand its global team by looking to recruit up to two new members of staff at either Corporate Administrator or Senior Corporate Administrator level. 
Both of these roles are to be based in Bermuda and whilst also considering applicants who are currently located in Bermuda, the firm are also keen to consider qualified governance professionals who would consider relocating to Bermuda. 
Both vacancies offer excellent variety and responsibility with looking after a varied portfolio of clients  which will include both commercial and private client structures. Full and detailed job descriptions are available on request for both vacancies and please note that alongside a very competitive salary, the firm will also provide a relocation package to help with the move to Bermuda. 

3755PLC Group Company SecretarySurreyPermanentOnly Company SecretaryOur fully listed client based in Surrey, seeks an experienced, ACG/FCG qualified candidate with solid PLC experience to join their strong and well-established Secretariat team. Reporting to the CEO and Chairman.

This role would suit a candidate with the following skills and experience;
 

• CGI – ACG/FCG
• Prior FTSE plc experience
• Strong technical skills
• Good leadership and people skills including managing and mentoring team
• Confident and effective communication skills at all levels of the business
• Business/commercial outlook
• Experience of working in a business undergoing significant strategic change
• Integrity and discretion
• Ability to build strong and trusted relationships with the directors and executive team

A full job description for this broad ranging senior role is available on request.
 
 

3754Company Secretary (part-time) - FTSE SmallCapLondon SW1/HybridPermanentOnly Company Secretary, Deputy Company SecretaryThis FTSE SmallCap listed company with operations in the UK and Southeast Asia is now seeking to recruit a new Company Secretary on a permanent basis. The role is to be offered on a part-time basis with consideration being given to 3 or 4 days per week. 
This is a great example of a standalone, autonomous Co Sec role, where you'll need to turn you hand to everything from supporting the Board to covering off all the daily administrative tasks. It will best fit someone used to operating in this way as opposed to someone used to working as part of a large Secretariat team. You'll need to be a Chartered Secretary with excellent working knowledge of the UK listing rules, UK governance code and companies act. You'll of course need to be very organised, used to prioritising tasks in line with the corporate calendar. 
Board meetings are typically held in London but on occasional there might be the need to travel to another site in order to attend. A full job description is available on request. This is a fantastic, senior level role within a listed company that also offers the opportunity to work part-time.