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3667Assistant Company Secretary - London EC2/RemoteLondon EC2/RemotePermanentAssistant Company Secretary, Company Secretarial AssistantThis specialist alternative asset manager is now seeking to recruit an Assistant Company Secretary on a full time, permanent basis. This new role will report directly into the Deputy Company Secretary and will enable you to get excellent access to all work that flows through the department. 
This role would best fit an Assistant in a larger team who is seeking more responsibility and autonomy or perhaps a Company Secretarial Assistant looking for that next step up. You do not need to be CGI qualified (study support will be provided) but you should already have a good grounding in company secretarial practice and statutory compliance - experience of Diligent Entities will be advantageous. You'll ideally also have demonstratable experience of organising and running board and committee meetings. 
This company operates a wide range of alternative investment strategies with investment in public and private equity, Real Estate and renewable energy, housing and infrastructure. The work is very interesting and the company is growing at a steady rate - it now has over 220 employees over 5 different locations. 
This role will be offered on a full time, permanent basis. The company do work to a hybrid working policy which is 4 days in the office, 1 from home. This is a role that offers excellent progression and development opportunity - a full job description is available on request. 

3668FTSE 100 - Assistant Secretary London Canary Wharf/HybridPermanentAssistant Company Secretary, Senior Assistant Company Secretary

This FTSE 100 Assistant role will mainly focus on assisting with providing support to Boards and Committees, supporting delivery of the Annual and Interim reports, and supporting other substantial and global project based issues. Our client is looking for someone with a mature, sophisticated approach as you will be working with many stakeholders across the business, you will need to be good at managing stakeholders, handling competing demands, thinking on your feet – working closely with the Head of Department, who is a passionate and enthusiastic advocate for governance within the organisation. If you have experience of working in a large, complex international company, that experience would be a very good fit, as this organisation has other listings worldwide.

We are looking for someone who can offer not just excellent technical skills, but someone who is creative, collaborative, who can work independently as well as part of a team, who can be proactive and see the big picture. You should have the confidence gained from handling a similar role elsewhere and bringing that experience to share. Multinational business experience might also be useful as you will be liaising with colleagues in different international jurisdictions, being involved in different cultural frameworks so you will have the cultural sensitivity and understanding to succeed in this. This might be a great opportunity for someone who is looking to move away from an entities management heavy role, as this is not something that is part of this team's remit.

 A full job description is available on request, duties include;

• Delivery of an efficient company secretarial and governance advisory service for Boards and Committees;
• Support and management of meetings through planning, drafting of agendas, paper collation, paper reviews, distribution and follow up actions;
• Liaising with stakeholders in the Functions and across the Businesses as required to ensure timely delivery of responsibilities;
• Researching and drafting of papers, including responding to information requests and regulatory responses;
• Planning, scheduling, drafting and reviewing of relevant materials submitted to governance forums;
• Supporting general governance advisory activities for the team’s own activities, including researching, analysing and reporting on matters as required;
• Assisting with director induction, onboarding, and ongoing vetting and general liaison and support;
• Supporting delivery of governance responsibilities relating to the subsidiary accountability framework and associated policies, including ad hoc projects; and
• Annual and Interim reporting disclosures, including drafting and process support.

The successful candidate is likely to have the following qualities and experience;

• CGI qualified (or an almost CGI qualified) company secretary or lawyer or similar professional qualification with corporate governance experience in a high quality, large and complex organisation.
• Experience of acting as secretary or governance support to a committee or in support of a large UK plc or complex organisation and the ability to advise on complex governance requirements/boardroom best practices.
• UK/European regulatory and legislative experience/awareness.
• Strong understanding of legal entity corporate governance obligations.
• Proven communication skills with excellent analysis, design, creativity and problem solving skills.
• Ability to develop and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders of all levels.

3664Global Advertising/Media Group - Assistant Secretary (Restructurings)London SE1/HybridPermanentAssistant Company Secretary, Senior Assistant Company SecretaryOur client is a global advertising/PR group and is now looking for an Assistant Secretary to join their small Company Secretarial team based at offices in SE1. The role will be offered on a permanent, full time, hybrid basis (3 days a week in the office, rest from home). 

This particular role presents an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic person with strong communication skills and attention to detail, to join this high-calibre Company Secretariat team in a fascinating fast-moving industry. We think this role would suit a confident and self motivated candidate, someone who can work under pressure when necessary, and someone who is an independent thinker, someone very competent with at least 3-5 years solid company secretarial experience. Previous experience of restructurings would be extremely useful.

A full job description is available on request but broadly duties will include;

• Working closely with Co Sec and Tax Teams on all relevant group transactions 
• Work with Co Sec colleagues to ensure correct compliance with Companies Act for approx. 130 UK companies
• Assist with management of statutory information held within GEMS for approx. 1300 global entities
• Assist in onboarding new companies into systems following acquisition
• Co-Manage annual Legal Audit
• Liaising with Notary re legalisation of documentation for various countries as required
• Working with colleagues re ad hoc GEMS development projects
• Handling ad hoc queries from group companies

The successful candidate is likely to have the following skills and qualities;
• CGI Qualified/part-qualified or alternative relevant qualification
• Ability to work well as part of a team
• Proven ability to prioritise tasks (both team and individual) and meet deadlines
• Good problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Enthusiastic attitude to work
• Strong people skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills 
• A good understanding of Word. Excel and the ability to utilise new systems quickly would be an advantage.

3666Assistant ManagerLondon NW1/HybridPermanentSenior Assistant Company Secretary, Assistant Company SecretaryOur client seeks an individual with strong company secretarial skills acquired in a legal or professional services environment to join their team.  The CGI qualification is not a requirement if the individual is qualified by experience.  Study support is available after successful completion of a probationary period. The successful candidate will assist the head of the department.
A full job description is available on request, the role is varied in nature and the responsibilities will include the following:

• Assisting the Company Secretarial Department Manager with all aspects of the management of the department including:

 

• Setting company secretarial standards and policies for the firm
• Overseeing the department budget and setting client fees
• Responsibility for a portfolio of clients, both the provision of an annual compliance service and event driven transactions
• Providing advice and assistance to other departments within the firm and other members of the Company Secretarial team
• Providing training within the Company Secretarial team and the wider firm, as necessary
• Assisting with drafting precedents and other documents
• Other ad hoc duties in line with the role

The successful candidate is likely to have extensive experience working in a company secretarial department within a practice environment.  Experience of managing people is desirable, but not a requirement.  You should demonstrate the following qualities:

• A genuine interest in and enthusiasm for company secretarial law and practice together with excellent technical skills
• The ability to be innovative and have an open and flexible approach to tasks
• Good administrative, organisational and people management skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills
• Self-motivation as well as being a good team player and able to work collaboratively with colleagues
• Commercially focussed
• Excellent client care skills
• Good IT skills (MS Office)
• Ability to work quickly and accurately when under pressure

This role will be offered on a hybrid basis, the firm has no set requirements, they tend to leave it to each team to decide what works best for that team. Currently the Secretariat team does three days a week in the office, with Wednesdays as their “anchor” day, the other days to suit individuals, but they try to make sure a minimum of 2 people are in each day, so no one comes into the office to find no other colleagues onsite!
 

3665FTSE 250 Company Secretarial AssistantLondon EC4/HybridPermanentOur FTSE 250 client’s corporate secretariat provides excellent Board Corporate Governance Advisory Support to this dual listed company and its regulated subsidiaries. This Company Secretarial Assistant role is a great opportunity to develop within an experienced and supportive team.
A full job description is available on request, the role covers a range of plc experience, board and committee support and company secretarial support including supporting on stock exchange announcements and year end activities.
This role would suit a part qualified Chartered Governance professional with some previous experience gained in a company secretariat. The successful candidate will have a positive and enthusiastic attitude, with good written and verbal communication skills. You will work closely to deadlines across a wide range of work. Our client strongly believes in training and developing Chartered Secretaries who have both breadth and depth, so over time they will discuss opportunities to grow your experience by supporting departmental projects to supplement core statutory and governance responsibilities to keep the challenges fresh.
The role is busy but rewarding, and you will be supported by a highly experienced team. To be successful you will have a strong desire to work in a fast-paced environment, where you will have the opportunity to make a difference.
The successful candidate will bring strong team working values and a collaborative style together with excellent attention to detail, enabling you to support the team and wider business whilst developing as a Company Secretary. Your contribution will be valued by the most senior stakeholders and if you are still studying towards your professional qualification, you will be supported through your professional exams.

3661Share Scheme Administrator - London EC3/RemoteLondon EC3/RemotePermanentCompany Secretarial Assistant, Assistant Company SecretaryAn exciting new opportunity for a Share Scheme Administrator has arisen within this global broker that provides specialist insurance and reinsurance services. This is a brand new role that reports directly to the Group Company Secretary and sits within the legal department. 
The key focus of the role will be to ensure the effectiveness of all long-term incentive arrangements offered within the Group. You'll ideally have around 3+years' experience in share schemes administration and whilst working collectively as part of a team, be able to work in an autonomous fashion within the parameters of this role. 
As well as developing excellent working relationships with key c-suite members, you'll also work closely with the Assistant Company Secretary on maintaining the Group's corporate records and statutory registers (using the Diligent Entities system). 
This is an excellent role to allow you to spread your wings and further develop your experience. You are likely to be involved heavily in a number of ad hoc projects and transactions and have a very active role in supporting the evolution and implementation of new incentive schemes. 
A full job description is available on request. 
 

3660Assistant Company Secretary - London EC3/RemoteLondon EC3/remotePermanentAssistant Company Secretary, Company Secretarial AssistantThis global broker that provides specialist insurance and reinsurance services is now seeking to appoint an Assistant Company Secretary on a full time, permanent basis. You'll be joining a small, dedicated Secretariat function embedded within the legal department of this multinational group. Reporting to the Group Company Secretary, you'll help provide a full range of corporate governance, compliance, board support services to the group. 
This is a fantastic role that could suit an Assistant Company Secretary seeking more responsibility and autonomy in a smaller Secretariat team or perhaps even someone operating at Company Secretarial Assistant level who is looking for the next step up. Experience of working within a regulated environment will be very useful as will a working knowledge of Diligent Entities. Board and committee support is also an integral part of this role but you don't necessarily have to have live minuting experience to apply - consideration will be given to those who do not have this experience yet. 
You will need to show meticulous attention to detail with naturally strong communication and interpersonal skills. A full job description is available on request. 
 

3570FTSE 250 Snr Assistant Co-Sec - IndustryLondon SW1/HybridPermanentSenior Assistant Company Secretary, Assistant Company Secretary

International FTSE 250 industrial business now seeks to appoint a qualified Senior Assistant Co-Sec to join their small yet experienced team. 

The ideal candidate will have some strong PLC experience to-date and be comfortable working with senior, international stakeholders. This role will encompass a broad remit including key committee and board support, listed work and support with the annual report. 

Reporting to the Group Company Secretary, you will be responsible for providing company secretarial services to the Board and the Executive Committee and to their various sub-committees. You will play a central role in the corporate governance and general administration of the plc, especially concerning the relationships between the Company and its shareholders and regulators, and between Company management and the non-executive directors. This role would suit an experienced candidate, with a mature, unflappable approach, an effective communicator - comfortable with minuting meetings and able to work with all levels of seniority within the business. There is scope for promotion to Deputy within two to three years subject to normal performance criteria. A full job description is available on request.

A competitive base salary and package are on offer. 

3648Deputy Company Secretary - Greater Manchester Greater Manchester PermanentDeputy Company SecretaryThis UK based transport group are now seeking to appoint a Deputy Company Secretary on a full time, permanent basis. Following a restructure of the department, this brand new role will report directly to the General Counsel & Company Secretary. This is a fantastic new role with real opportunity to spread your wings, providing advice and support at Board level. 
You'll be working very closely with the CEO and the senior leadership team, as well as all board members, providing support and advice on all aspects of corporate governance. Having full access to Board meetings, you'll develop close working relationships with the Board Chair, Exec and NEDs as well as wider committee members - at many times acting as a direct point of contact. 
This role can be considered standalone in its nature with no other company secretarial members of staff forming part of the team at this time. Therefore, you'll need to be comfortable working in an autonomous fashion, managing your own workload and at times, conflicting priorities. 
A full and detailed job description is available on request. This role would best fit a Company Secretary or Deputy Company Secretary with extensive experience of operating at the highest level. The role will be offered with a very competitive salary and benefits package. The role will ideally be based 2-3 days per week from the office in Greater Manchester. Occasional (domestic) travel to other sites may be required for Board meetings. 

3642Part Time Governance Officer - London SW6London SW6PermanentAssistant Company Secretary, Senior Assistant Company Secretary, Deputy Company SecretaryThis prestigious private members club based in South West is now looking to appoint a Governance professional on a permanent, part time basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to join and help an organisation that is steeped in history embark on a period of modernisation and development of its laws, bye-laws and wider policies.  
Working closely with the Secretary & Chief Executive as well as The Chief of Staff, you'll bring your experience of governance and wider company secretarial duties to the fore in helping to navigate them, all committee members and even club members through this time of positive change. 
A full job description is available on request which provides details of the orgaisational committee structure, the developments that are already underway and those planned for the near future; that you'll have big involvement in helping shape. 
Ideally you have strong, documented experience of working in a variety of organisations, supporting on a wide range of company secretarial and governance matters. Experience of working with membership organisations would be of particular interest. As much as you're technical expertise will be vital, so will your approach and 'fit'. You'll needed to be comfortable operating in a very visible role, one which will rely on you to be very involved in an advisory capacity. Understanding how changes might effect different members and stakeholders within the club and being able to explain and often educate on a level that they will understand. 
This organisation is an incredibly warm and friendly; one that is very welcoming to new members of the team who'll benefit from a very social and positive working environment. 
The role will be offered on a 3 full days per week basis or perhaps shorter days spread over 4 or 5 days; they are quite flexible as to be able to structure the working times around the post holder. The role is to be based at their fantastic club based in South West London. It truly is a remarkable complex with beautiful gardens and grounds. Free onsite parking is available but the club is also easily accessible via public transport. A very competitive salary is on offer along with some fantastic benefits. This role would really suit a governance professional who might need to work part time but really wants a role with senior responsibilities and the opportunity to help make a real positive change to an organisation such as this.