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3664Global Advertising/Media Group - Assistant Secretary 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.

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.

3663Assistant Company Secretary - 12month FTCLondon EC3/RemoteFixed TermAssistant Company SecretaryThis speciality insurance company is now seeking the support of a new team member at Assistant Company Secretary level. This is a full time opening that will be offered as a 12 month fixed term contract. You'll be joining a positive, friendly Secretariat function and play a key role in continuing the high level of service provided to the group and its committees.
As well as the day to day responsibilities of the role which will include committee support and statutory compliance work, you'll also assist in a number of ongoing and new corporate governance projects that the team will be involved in: to include regulation, governance best practices, sustainability and strategy. 
You'll ideally be CGI qualified or making good progress through your examinations. Whilst knowledge and experience of working in the insurance sector would be fantastic, its not a critical requirement of the role but a good, working knowledge within financial services is preferred. As this role will be offered at Assistant Company level, you'll also have opportunity to support the ongoing development of more junior team members. 
This company are ideally seeking someone who can join quite quickly but will be able to wait for someone on a shorter notice period (up to a month). The company are offering a very competitive salary for the role and have a hybrid working model of three days in the office, two from home.
A full and detailed job description is available on request. 

3659Group Company Secretary London/HybridPermanentOnly Company SecretaryOur client is one of the country’s leading leisure businesses, at the initial stages of considering a move to the main market. This is an exciting opportunity to gain experience of preparing a company for a main market listing.
The successful candidate will be fully qualified and have proven company secretarial experience gained in a listed environment. Reporting to the Chair and CE, you will head a small team.
The successful candidate is expected to:

• have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with people at all levels;
• be able to work under pressure and have a resilient attitude;
• be able to adopt a diplomatic approach towards discussions;
• have excellent attention to detail and a well-organised approach to work;
• be capable of handling a varied and demanding workload in a timely way, prioritising work as appropriate;
• be self-motivated, reliable and hard-working;
• be a team-player;
• act as a calming influence as necessary; and
• bring gravitas to the role and be able to provide advice and support to board members and senior members of management in a confident, persuasive and re-assuring way.

A full job description is available on request.


 

3662Deputy SecretaryLondon EC3/HybridPermanentDeputy Company SecretaryOur client is a leading insurance brokerage firm. The Group has approximately 16,000 teammates and 500+ locations worldwide.
It now seeks to recruit a Deputy Secretary for its European division, reporting to the CLO/Group Company Secretary. You will be expected to provide support to group companies in the UK and Europe and worldwide. The role provides an excellent opportunity for an individual to join a company secretariat function in a fast growing and dynamic company, which is part of a larger global group.

The role works closely with Legal, Compliance and Finance with a range of external providers including auditors and lawyers. The role will have significant exposure to senior teammates in the group. This role offers an excellent opportunity to demonstrate stakeholder skills, your team-working and organisational abilities, and to test your technical knowledge. It is a role with significant development opportunity for a motivated individual who is ready to take on a high degree of responsibility and has the drive and commitment to succeed.

The purpose of the role is to deputise for the CLO/Group Company Secretary as required, to have delegated responsibility for Group boards/committees/subsidiaries and to act as line manager to the Trainee Company Secretary.

The successful candidate is likely to be ACG/FCG with a minimum of five years’ experience in a Secretariat (professional services useful).

A full job description is available on request.

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. 
 

3655Head of Secretariat - (Re)InsuranceLondon EC3/Remote PermanentDeputy Company Secretary, Only Company SecretaryThis corporate body is now seeking to appoint a new Head of Secretariat on a full time, permanent basis. This leadership role will be responsible for six direct reports and be tasked with managing the Secretariat & Governance function, responsible for all governance arrangements and delivery of excellent company secretarial services to all committees. 
This role reports directly to the General Counsel but ill naturally have key working relationships with the CEO, Chairman, NED's and the Senior Leadership Team. As such, you'll need to demonstrate an excellent track record of working with key individuals at this level. A thorough knowledge of corporate law and sound governance practice at Board level will also be critical in this role. Management and leadership qualities are also highly sought after in this role, being responsible for a team of six and being required to lead from the front foot, ensuring delivery of a first-class governance function at Board level and ensuring the policies and frameworks are in place for this to trickle down throughout all committees and sub-committees. 
To apply for this role, you'll ideally be a Chartered Secretary (ACG or FCG) with significant experience gained within a highly regulated environment. Financial services expereince is essential but specific (re)insurance experience is not a prerequisite for applying. 
The company work to a hybrid working policy of three days in the office and two from home. A highly competitive salary and benefits package are on offer for the role and a full job description is available on request. 

3653Assistant Company Secretary - 6 month FTC - London/Remote London/RemoteFixed TermAssistant Company Secretary

Our client is a Telecommunication Service Provider who is now looking to bring on an Assistant Company Secretary on a 6-month FTC during a busy period of work. The role will report directly to the General Counsel and will be assisting with the Company Secretary's work for the company.

The Assistant Company Secretary will play a crucial role in managing corporate governance, regulatory compliance and board administration for the group companies.

The ideal candidate will have relevant experience in a similar role with a strong understanding of company law as well as, corporate governance practices and procedures and regulatory environments in a multinational setting.

There is a Hybrid work policy of 2-3 days in the office based in London. The team go in on Tuesday and Thursday as anchor days with the option to go in more if desired. There is a competitive salary on offer. More information 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. 

3649Head of Company Secretarial Department (Designate)London NW1/HybridPermanentOnly Company Secretary, Deputy Company Secretary, Senior Assistant Company SecretaryOur client seeks a fully CGI qualified candidate to join them to head up their secretarial department. This role arises due to the forthcoming retirement of their current Head. The Secretariat team is stable and is well resourced - made up of 5 other team members – a manager, a senior, a trainee, and two administrators.

This role would suit a candidate with equal interests in the technical side of the role and the team management aspects. As well as heading the team - it is still a very technical hands-on role with a portfolio of clients to work with. As the current incumbent is in the process of retiring the timing can be fluid, so they can consider candidates who are already working in such a position, with proven team management experience, or they could also consider candidates who are a bit less experienced on the team management side -  wanting to step up into this level of role, as a longer handover could be accommodated in that case.

A full job description is available on request, the role is varied in nature and the responsibilities will include the following:

• Management of the Company Secretarial Department
• 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
• Other ad hoc duties in line with the role

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!

 

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.