Latest Roles

3748Senior Assistant Company Secretary London EC1/HybridPermanentSenior Assistant Company Secretary, Assistant Company Secretary, Deputy Company SecretaryOur client is a young bank, it became fully licensed by the Bank of England last year, it is growing rapidly and there is an increasing need to focus on and develop the governance structure. Due to an internal move by the current incumbent, it now seeks to recruit a Senior Assistant Secretary to join their small team reporting into the Chief Risk Officer & Company Secretary.

The CRO heads a team of 5 in the Risk and Compliance department. This particular role in that team will act as the right-hand person on all matters company secretarial. It is a small team, and everyone works together supporting each other, rolling up their sleeves and getting stuck in wherever necessary. The CRO would like the person who takes this role to grow with it and the business, someone who will take ownership of the role - so this is a lovely opportunity to come into an existing role, offering the chance to develop and grow it on in a proactive manner. The company already has a good structure set up as a young bank, but there will inevitably be a need to build things up as time goes on, streamlining what they already have and make improvements going forward.

This role would suit an engaged and flexible candidate, ideally with some previous financial services sector experience, keen to make their mark and take on their own responsibilities, someone who would enjoy working in a team environment but comfortable with an increasing level of autonomy.

The role is to support the Board of Directors and Executive team in providing proactive and effective Company Secretarial support to the Bank’s board and their committees, a full job description is available on request but in essence duties will include Board and Committee support, entity management and corporate governance as well as some other ad-hoc duties.
 
Key Knowledge and Skills
• Experience in a similar role.
• A solid understanding of the administrative support required within a Company Secretarial role.
• Experience of interacting with Executive and non-executive members of boards and committees
• An understanding of the role and requirements of the Companies Act and of best practice in Corporate Governance.
• Experience of working in financial services, e.g. banking, insurance, investments, accountancy.
• Experience with board management tools or platforms (e.g., Board Intelligence) is an advantage
 

3747FTSE100 Assistant Company Secretary Bedfordshire/HybridPermanentAssistant Company Secretary, Company Secretarial AssistantThis prestigious FTSE100 is now seeking to recruit a new Assistant Company Secretary on a full time, permanent basis. This is a result of the previous Assistant stepping up to the Head of Secretariat role. 
This is a very broad plc role that will focus on all the usual governance & compliance duties, alongside board & exco support and shareholder relations. It will also have some insurance management duties, although experience in this area isn't required or even expected, so long as you have the appetite to pick this up with on the job training. 
This role would be ideal for someone who is CGI qualified (consideration will be given to those at the latter stage of their exams) and has experience of working within a Secretariat of a main market listed company. This is a fabulous role to consider whether you're currently operating at Assistant Company Secretary level or at Company Secretarial Assistant and are looking to make that next step up.
An enthusiastic, can do and proactive approach is desired as you'll be working in a small, visible team, one that is very supportive and works collaboratively. 
A competitive salary and remuneration package is 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. 

3746FTSE250 - Senior Assistant Company Secretary London W1/HybridPermanentSenior Assistant Company Secretary, Deputy Company Secretary, Assistant Company SecretaryA truly fantastic opportunity, this entrepreneurial FTSE250 is now looking to expand its Secretariat team and is seeking to recruit a (Senior) Assistant Company Secretary on a full time, permanent basis. This is an interesting and diverse company with a broad European footprint. 
Reporting directly to the Company Secretary, you'll be gaining access and experience at the highest level, including attending board committees. You'll have a fantastic mentor in the Company Secretary who'll be able to support your continued professional development and growth and the team is also supported by a Company Secretarial Assistant, which completes the team of three.
This is an excellent opportunity for a CGI qualified Assistant Company Secretary or perhaps Deputy Secretary to join a diverse and interesting international business. Consideration will be given to job title based on experience level but above all else, the importance of a good team fit will be critical. This role will best fit someone who is comfortable with change, someone who can thrive in a complex business and can demonstrate the ability to operate successfully in the grey areas. 
There is a lot to get excited about with this role, both in terms of its scope of role and reporting line, not to mention it's grown-up approach to hybrid working and competitive remuneration package. The company has a 50/50 hybrid working policy with a mature approach to office working to fit in with the demands of the role and of course the usual busy periods. A full and detailed job description is available on request. 
 

3743Diligent Entity Management Project - Interim 3mthLondon W1/HybridFixed TermAssistant Company Secretary, Senior Assistant Company SecretaryOur client, a privately owned investment group, seeks a candidate with good experience of Diligent Entity Management software to join its team of 4 to fulfil a specific project, which is anticipated to take c3 months.

They will need someone who has the experience to work with limited assistance as the team are already at capacity (hence the need for extra resource), and they need someone who can come in and focus on getting this project completed. The remit;
 

• Assist with the implementation of the Diligent Entity Management system (in conjunction with Diligent who have confirmed they can assist with the set up).
• Uploading of documents to Diligent EM.
• A complete overhaul of the current electronic filing system for all entities within the Group (approx. 70 entities).
• A complete overhaul of the current electronic filing system for the Asset Management Group Committees.
• Creation of a CoSec Procedural Manual.
• Ensuring all Board and Committee Minutes are signed and on the drive and within Diligent EM.
• Ensuring other corporate documents (particularly for newly incorporated entities) are all on the drive and within Diligent EM).
• Adding in relevant documents to Diligent Boardbooks “resources section” now that we have onboarded Diligent Boardbooks.
• Other ad hoc related CoSec tasks.

3742Company SecretaryNottingham/Hybrid or London EC1/Hybrid PermanentOnly Company SecretaryOur award-winning financial services sector client seeks a Company Secretary. The role reports to the Head of Legal, and you will have three assistants reporting in, (already working within the business). They would like someone with a background in a regulated/FS environment, who can add value, develop the role and offer sound strategic input as well as handling the day-to-day technical work.   You will work very closely with the current Executive team.

A full job description is available on request. This is an opportunity within the Legal, Governance and External Affairs team for an experienced Company Secretary and corporate governance professional to join as Company Secretary. You’ll lead a governance team responsible for supporting the Board, CEO and the wider executive management. You will have the opportunity to help develop and shape corporate governance arrangements as it continues to enhance the effectiveness of its Board to support the delivery of its strategy.

The role would suit a Chartered Governance Institute professional with experience leading on Company Secretarial matters within a financial services environment  and who can offer the following skills and experience;

• Track record of strong stakeholder management and an ability to influence
• Excellent drafting skills and an eye for detail
• Strong communication skills
• A desire and ability to shape, lead and drive change, including supporting key stakeholders through change
• Great problem solving skills to be successful in identifying, evaluating and resolving issues of strategic, legal and reputational importance
• Confidence in building new relationships and connections, both internally and externally 
• An ability to work autonomously and effectively manage conflicting priorities
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment, with flexibility to adapt to changing business needs

This is a permanent position which can be based in either their Nottingham or London (EC1).  They have a hybrid working model, so you can choose to be based at either office 3 days a week on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, and can work from home on Monday and Friday.
 

3740Interim Deputy Secretary (c.3mths)London WC2/HybridFixed TermDeputy Company SecretaryOur client seeks an Interim Deputy Secretary for c 3 months. Reporting to the GC/Company Secretary and with the assistance of a Co Sec Assistant, this role is to cover a period of temporary absence and needs an experienced candidate to support and lead the provision of professional services to the company and all its associated and subsidiary organisations, focusing on the key areas of corporate governance, Servicing Board and Committee meetings, Company Secretarial services, regulatory and statutory compliance, risk management, and governance/training. The role is offered on a hybrid basis of 3 days in the Central London office, 2 from home. A full job description is available on request.
The role would suit a candidate who has already operated at Deputy or a No 1 level in a corporate environment who is confident to step into this level of role immediately and can “hit the ground running” , starting as soon as possible. The experience and qualities sought are as follows;

• Attention to detail
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work within a team
• Discretion when dealing with confidential information
• Ability to prioritise and multi-task
• Solid academic record
• Reliable, confident and self-motivated.
• Strong interpersonal skills and confidence in dealing with senior executives.
• Ability to use initiative, have sound judgement and a willingness to take personal responsibility with the ability to maintain standards even under pressure.
• Personable and professional and shares knowledge/experience with the team.
• Proven experience of prioritising and working to deadlines, with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• CGI qualification and/or Company Secretarial/Statutory Compliance experience

 

3739FTSE250 Deputy Company Secretary HybridPermanentDeputy Company SecretaryThis well-known retail brand and constituent of the FTSE 250 is now seeking to appoint a new Deputy Company Secretary on a full time, permanent basis. Reporting directly to the Company Secretary & Legal Director, this is an incredibly wide-ranging role with day-to-day responsibility for all company secretarial and corporate governance matters - including deputising for the Company Secretary when required. 
This is role is does not have any direct reports and should be viewed in many respects as a standalone role, although there is some shared admin resource within the immediate team. You'll need to be a Chartered Secretary with strong listed company experience, showing you can lead from the front in this autonomous, hands-on role. 
Responsibility for the Company's sharesave scheme and executive share plans also forms part of the duties of the postholder (in conjunction with external providers), so working knowledge of share plans would be of particular benefit. 
A full job description is available on request.

3731Interim Assistant Company Secretary (12month FTC)London EC3/HybridFixed TermAssistant Company Secretary, Company Secretarial Assistant, Senior Assistant Company SecretaryThis independent body, accountable to the FCA and PRA, are now seeking the support of an Assistant Company Secretary on a full time basis. This role will be offered as a 12month fixed term contract, with its overall duration likely to run up to 18 months. 
Reporting directly to the Company Secretary, you'll be supporting on a wide range of company secretarial and governance duties, ranging from Board & Committee Support, Statutory Compliance, Corporate Governance and Stakeholder Management. As part of a small team, you can also expect to be involved in various ad hoc activities, so being able to turn your hand to a number of different duties and prioritising tasks will be key in this role. 
The organisation are based in the City of London and the operate a hybrid working policy of three days in the office, two from home. 
You'll be reporting to a professional, supportive, Chartered Secretary who'll be able to provide continued professional support and development. That said, you'll need to demonstrate a certain level of experience and ability to work fairly autonomously already. Minute taking is essential in this role and working experience of diligent for the creation of board packs (or similar software) would be incredibly useful. 
This is a fantastic interim role that offers a little more longer-term security being a 12 month contract with the strong possibility of extension. A full job description is available on request. 

3727Manager - Professional Services - Kent/HybridKent/HybridPermanentAssistant Company Secretary, Senior Assistant Company SecretaryThis well-regarded and trusted professional services firm that are based in Kent are now seeking to recruit a new member to the team at Manager level. This is a senior level appointment for the team that will have a reporting line directly to Partner level. The role will be offered on a full time, permanent basis but consideration will also be given to those who might be looking for more flexible working arrangements.

This vacancy would suit a Chartered Secretary (ACG) with excellent experience that could have been gained from within a professional services firm or inhouse company secretarial team (or perhaps even a mix of both). You'll need to demonstrate you can lead on complex projects whilst providing ongoing support and mentoring to more junior team members. 
You'll take responsibility of a portfolio of UK based clients, which will include key clients, providing them with a wide range of company secretarial support, ranging from maintaining statutory records to supporting on capital reductions and share buybacks. Experience of Diligent Entities would be advantageous. 

You'll be joining a growing team within a friendly and supportive company. A competitive salary and benefits package is 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. 

3734Part-time Company Secretary/Governance Advisor - CharityLondon WC2/HybridPermanentOnly Company Secretary, Deputy Company SecretaryA wonderful opportunity has arisen with this climate change and net zero NGO for a Company Secretary to join them on a permanent, part-time basis. With reporting lines to the General Counsel and CEO, this registered charity is seeking the knowledge and skills of an experienced governance professional in ensuring best practice governance at board level that is in line with Charity Commission rules and guidance, and company law.
This role would provide complete freedom in focussing on key governance projects and initiatives at board level. Many administrative elements of the role, such as minute-taking, management of the board calendar, will be overseen by the Company Secretary but carried out by another member of the CEO Office. The organisation also uses an external company secretarial service provider to effect board filings and serve as a registered address. 
You will serve as key contact for two boards on all governance matters and as such must demonstrate excellent experience and gravitas of operating at this level. It is likely to be a 2 days per week role, but some flexibility will be needed when required to meet the needs of the role. A truly wonderful role to be able to make real difference at the highest level within an interesting and worthy organisation. A full job description is available on request. 

3729Assistant Company Secretary (12month FTC) - London EC2/HybridLondon EC2/HybridFixed TermAssistant Company Secretary, Senior Assistant Company Secretary

Our client seeks an Assistant Secretary to join their legal and company secretarial team on an interim basis - a maternity cover that will be offered as a 12 month fixed term contract. Ideally you'll be immediately available or available at short notice as they are keen to enable a handover period with the current postholder before they leave in May. 
In this role you will support the General Counsel & Company Secretary to provide full company secretarial/governance support for the Executive Management Committee, Operations Committee and Board of Directors. 

This will be a highly visible role in a small team, and you will liaise at all levels within the company. This role would suit a part/fully qualified candidate with a minimum of 5 years’ experience who;

• Has experience of managing and minuting board and committee meetings
• Has integrity and high level of discretion
• Has experience of governance in a financial services/regulated organisation
• Charity experience would be desirable, not essential
• Has experience of using Board meeting software, eg NASDAQ Board Vantage and Board Intelligence Minute Writer
• Has gravitas and is a good communicator – both written and verbal
• Has exceptional work ethic and who will be a strong team player
• Has a good sense of humour and who will be a team fit

The client is offering a competitive salary and the the company have a hybrid working policy of three days in the office, two from home. The office is based in Central London. A full job description is available on request. 

3707Director of Governance (Permanent)London E1/HybridPermanentDeputy Company Secretary, Senior Assistant Company SecretaryAward winning and rapidly expanding challenger bank is now seeking to appoint a new Director of Governance within its new, UK Bank team on a full time, permanent basis. 
Reporting to the Group Company Secretary, you'll lead a dedicated team responsible for the effective operation of the board and executive risk committee framework, ensuring full compliance with PRA and FCA requirements. 
You'll need to be a skilled communicator and play a key role in shaping and executing the Bank's corporate governance strategy. Therefore strong regulated financial services experience would be essential. Key requirements and qualifications are set out below:

• A qualified chartered secretary (ACG, FCG or equivalent) with proven senior level governance experience. 
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in regulated financial services. UK banking experience is preferred but not essential.

Experience

• Deep knowledge of UK corporate governance standards, company law and UK regulatory frameworks (FCA, PRA, SMCR etc). 
• Proven track record of engaging with board members and senior executives in a strategic governance role, designing and refining corporate governance processes, and maintaining their alignment to strategy and business operating models. 
• Strong leadership skills with experience in building and managing governance teams. 
• Excellent minute-taking skills with the ability to write clear, accurate and concise minutes in short order, balancing different stakeholder perspectives. 

The company offer a competitive salary alongside some very attractive benefits. They also have a good hybrid working policy of 2-3 days per week in the office, the rest can be remote. Please do get in touch for a full job description. 

3718Company Secretary - Investment TrustsScotland/Hybrid/RemotePermanentOnly Company Secretary, Deputy Company Secretary, Senior Assistant Company SecretaryOur client is an established, expanding independent company providing a range of professional services to listed investment trust companies.  Due to continued business growth they are now looking for an additional, experienced Company Secretary to join their team.

As a senior member of the Company Secretarial team, you will provide expert advice and support to the Chairs and Boards of the portfolio of clients. The role will lead and be accountable for the delivery of best-in-class client service and relationship management for certain trusts, including owning the relationship with the Chairs and Boards.

This role would suit an experienced company secretary with financial services experience, skilled at presenting to Boards in a listed company environment. You should be able to work autonomously, be detail orientated and able to deliver robust statutory and regulatory compliance. A full job description is available on request.