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Company Secretary / Assistant Company Secretary (2+ Years’ Experience) London / Hybrid We are working with a highly regarded organisation seeking a Company Secretary / Assistant Company Secretary to join their legal and governance function. This is an excellent opportunity for a governance-focused professional with at least 2 years’ relevant company secretarial experience looking to take the next step in their career within a collaborative and commercially minded environment. We are open to candidates from a variety of backgrounds, including: • Company secretarial professionals, • Governance professionals, • Paralegals with strong company secretarial experience, • Qualified lawyers with relevant company secretarial / governance exposure The key requirement is practical hands-on company secretarial experience, rather than a specific qualification route. The Role You will support the governance and company secretarial function across a broad range of responsibilities, including: • Preparing board and committee papers, • Drafting agendas, board minutes and written resolutions, • Supporting board and committee meetings from a governance perspective, • Maintaining statutory books, corporate records and governance documentation, • Managing Companies House filings and wider corporate compliance obligations, • Assisting with governance processes, approvals and internal decision-making frameworks, • Supporting entity management and wider corporate housekeeping, • Working closely with senior internal stakeholders including legal, finance and leadership teams, • Helping ensure strong governance standards and regulatory compliance About You You are likely to have: • 2+ years’ relevant company secretarial / governance experience, • Strong practical experience preparing board minutes and governance documentation, • Experience supporting board / committee processes, • Familiarity with Companies House filings and UK corporate compliance requirements, • Strong organisational skills and attention to detail, • Confidence working with senior stakeholders, • A pragmatic, solutions-focused approach Desirable (but not essential): • CGI / ICSA qualification (completed or in progress), • Legal qualification, • Experience in a regulated or corporate environment, • Exposure to listed, international or complex group structures Why Apply? This is a strong opportunity for someone looking to build their governance career in a high-quality environment, with broad exposure, senior stakeholder interaction and genuine long-term development potential.

Senior Assistant Company Secretary SSQ is partnering with a leading insurance company to recruit a Senior Company Secretary Assistant. This is an opportunity for a Company Secretary Assistant with 3-6 years of experience to join a busy Secretarial team, supporting the governance framework of an international insurance group. This position will manage end-to-end committee support and be involved in the organisations sustainability protocol globally. Suited to someone with a variety of experience and a genuine interest in ESG. Role and Responsibilities • Support the planning and delivery of Board and Committee meetings, including preparing agendas, collating papers, managing calendars and maintaining action logs., • Work with the Company Secretary on all sustainability projects across the business, • Assist with statutory and regulatory filings, • Maintain accurate company records, registers, and KYC documentation., • Attend board and committee meetings alongside the Company Secretary or Assistant Company Secretaries, • Support internal governance processes, policy alignment, and onboarding of new agency partners., • Assist with wider legal and corporate governance projects as required. Candidate Requirements • 3-6 years’ experience in a company secretarial position., • Fully/Part qualified Company secretary via the Corporate Governance Institute, • Experience within financial services is preferred but not mandatory, • Experience working on KYC compliance, Companies House, Diligent Entities, Entity governance, AGMs and Annual reports, • Highly organised with strong administrative skills and meticulous attention to detail., • Clear, confident communicator, both written and verbal, with the ability to engage with stakeholders at all levels. For more information, or how to apply, please contact me at Macey.Noble@ssq.com or on 07506222628

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.

Senior Assistant Company Secretary is needed to support a leading technology-communication provider. Are you ready for your next professional adventure? Your new role We have the opportunity of a Senior Assistant Company Secretary to join our client’s team in Paddington, London. The team works on hybrid working basis and are also open to remote opportunities. Contract Length: Until December 2026 Location: Paddington, London Daily rate: Up to £800.00 a day Umbrella (Inside IR35) Hours: 37.5 hours Role Purpose As a Senior Assistant Company Secretary, you will be providing governance leadership with accountability for PLC- Level governance, disclosure obligations and shareholder- related requirements, within a dual-listed FTSE 100 company. You will be supporting the Group Deputy Company Secretary in oversight of statutory and regulatory compliance, market disclosures and board and committee governance, ensuring robust and high-quality governance standards. What you’ll need to succeed • Strong technical knowledge of the UK Companies Act, UK Corporate Governance Code and UK Listing Rules, • Experience in a Corporate Secretarial function, including experience within a plc., • Able to maintain relationships with senior stakeholders, • Proven organisational and forward-planning skills, with the ability to prioritise workload and manage deadlines., • Experience within a technical environment (disclosure transparency, corporate governance code and act)., • Management experience and good at training other members of staff. What you need to do now Our client is looking to interview immediately, so apply today or call us on 0116 2615000 to speak with one of our Talent Acquisition Specialists! If this role does not meet your requirements but you know of someone else who would be interested, please send my details cross to them. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Our client seeks a motivated Company Secretarial Assistant to join their Group Secretariat. In this dynamic role, you will report to the Deputy Company Secretary as well as supporting the Head of Compliance, Regulation & Commercial Contracts and the Chief Legal Officer to ensure the efficient operation of the department. This position offers a fantastic opportunity for professional growth in governance. Responsibilities include: Governance Support: • Assist Directors and senior management with corporate governance matters., • Ensure compliance with the UK Companies Act, UK Corporate Governance Code, Meeting Administration: • Prepare and circulate Board and Committee papers., • Attend meetings and drafting minutes regularly., • Manage the administrative tasks related to Board and Committees. Company Administration: • Support statutory compliance for companies by updating records in Diligent Entities and preparing statutory filings with the Registrar of Companies., • Maintain a timeline for key filings to ensure compliance., • Assist with executing company resolutions and maintaining the group structure chart. Additional Responsibilities: • Administer the Diligent Boards and Diligent Entities systems., • Support the Deputy Company Secretary and Chief Legal Officer on various projects, including annual reports. The successful candidate is likely to have the following skills and experience; • Experience supporting Company Secretarial functions within a business with a desire to build a governance career., • Highly proficient in drafting minutes and knowledge of UK corporate governance and company law., • Familiarity with Diligent Boards and Diligent Entities (or similar systems) is highly desirable., • Experience drafting company documentation, such as confirmation statements., • Strong relationship management skills and confidence when interacting with senior colleagues., • Ability to work independently, manage pressure, and meet tight deadlines., • Exceptional attention to detail and strong organisational skills., • A collaborative team player with excellent written communication skills. Qualifications: • Degree educated or equivalent is essential; a law degree is a plus, and study support is available if you are aiming to qualify as a company secretary.

A 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.

12 Month FTC Assistant Company Secretary with a Leading Global Financial Services Platform About the Role: An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Assistant Company Secretary to join the Legal team of a leading alternative investment manager on a 12 month FTC maternity cover basis. This is a broad and engaging role, combining company secretarial, regulatory compliance, and project management responsibilities across a diverse portfolio of group and affiliated entities. Key Duties & Responsibilities: • Act as UK Company Secretary for multiple groups and affiliated entities, • Manage Companies House filings, ensuring timely statutory updates and ongoing compliance, • Prepare board and committee packs, agendas, and supporting documentation, • Coordinate and organise board and committee meetings, • Draft high-quality, accurate minutes, including those relating to complex board discussions and regulatory and compliance matters, • Oversee filings for the Register of Overseas Entities, • Provide governance oversight and act as a board observer for selected groups and affiliated entities, including Entity Management and TCSP services, • Support the onboarding of new entities for Trust or Company Service Provider (TCSP) services, • Assist with the ongoing administration of entities within the group, including due diligence and project-related work, • Manage the Group’s due diligence process for external service providers, • Support and lead ad hoc projects as required Experience and Qualifications Required: • Previous experience in UK company secretarial work (formal qualification not essential), • Strong working knowledge of Companies House and HMRC filings and systems, • Good understanding of Anti-Money Laundering (AML) requirements, • Familiarity with the HM Land Registry Portal, • Experience using Dasseti, • Strong written and verbal communication skills, • Proven project management and organisational capabilities, • Demonstrated experience in supporting and minuting board and committee meetings, • High level of attention to detail and accuracy, • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook), • Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently

Interim Company Secretary – London (Insurance Sector) MLA is recruiting for an experienced Interim Company Secretary to join a globally recognised, market-leading insurance group with a significant international footprint and longstanding presence in the London market. Operating at scale across multiple jurisdictions, this organisation is known for its sophisticated governance structures, complex regulated entities, and high-performing boards. This role sits within a highly regarded legal and governance function supporting UK regulated businesses and their wider corporate structure. Key responsibilities include: • Acting as Company Secretary across UK regulated and non-regulated entities, • Advising Boards and Committees on governance and regulatory matters, and briefing the chairman and the independent directors as necessary to ensure that efficient decision-making takes place, • Managing board and committee cycles (agendas, packs, minutes, actions), • Supporting board effectiveness, evaluations, and director onboarding, • Drafting board papers, resolutions, and governance documentation, • Draft and circulate board/shareholders’ resolutions (e.g. in respect of dividends or board appointments), • Attend and manage Board and Committees’ meetings proactively and ensure the production of timely and appropriate minutes, • Maintaining statutory records and supporting regulatory/KYC requests Key requirements: • 10 years company secretarial experience within the insurance sector, • Exposure to Lloyd’s / regulated environments, • Chartered Secretary (or equivalent), • Strong board-facing experience and executive presence, • Excellent organisational, communication, and stakeholder management skills, • Minute taking and resolutions drafting experience with regulated entities at board level, • Diligent Entities experience (or equivalent company secretariat tool), • Knowledge of UK governance regulation, • Ability to manage assistant company secretaries and organise workloads London based. Immediate start and contract until the end of the year. 4 days in office, 1 day remote (Fridays). If this role is of interest, or you’d like to discuss it further, feel free to reach out directly.

Interim Company Secretary – London (Insurance Sector) MLA is recruiting for an experienced Interim Company Secretary to join a globally recognised, market-leading insurance group with a significant international footprint and longstanding presence in the London market. Operating at scale across multiple jurisdictions, this organisation is known for its sophisticated governance structures, complex regulated entities, and high-performing boards. This role sits within a highly regarded legal and governance function supporting UK regulated businesses and their wider corporate structure. Key responsibilities include: • Acting as Company Secretary across UK regulated and non-regulated entities, • Advising Boards and Committees on governance and regulatory matters, and briefing the chairman and the independent directors as necessary to ensure that efficient decision-making takes place, • Managing board and committee cycles (agendas, packs, minutes, actions), • Supporting board effectiveness, evaluations, and director onboarding, • Drafting board papers, resolutions, and governance documentation, • Draft and circulate board/shareholders’ resolutions (e.g. in respect of dividends or board appointments), • Attend and manage Board and Committees’ meetings proactively and ensure the production of timely and appropriate minutes, • Maintaining statutory records and supporting regulatory/KYC requests Key requirements: • 10 years company secretarial experience within the insurance sector, • Exposure to Lloyd’s / regulated environments, • Chartered Secretary (or equivalent), • Strong board-facing experience and executive presence, • Excellent organisational, communication, and stakeholder management skills, • Minute taking and resolutions drafting experience with regulated entities at board level, • Diligent Entities experience (or equivalent company secretariat tool), • Knowledge of UK governance regulation, • Ability to manage assistant company secretaries and organise workloads London based. Immediate start and contract until the end of the year. 4 days in office, 1 day remote (Fridays). If this role is of interest, or you’d like to discuss it further, feel free to reach out directly.

Company Secretary Team Assistant. Working closely with the Company Secretary team and senior leadership, you will provide proactive and confidential support across a broad range of governance and administrative activities. Provide administrative and operational support to the Company Secretariat tea

Babcock International seeks a Senior Assistant Company Secretary to shape governance within a global organization. This full-time position requires strong company secretarial experience in a UK listed environment and the ability to manage compliance and governance processes.

Laing O'Rourke is seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to support the Group Company Secretary in St Helier.

Paragon Bank is seeking a newly qualified Assistant Company Secretary in London to support executive governance and compliance. You'll assist in maintaining key governance documents, ensure compliance for subsidiaries, and analyze legislative developments.

Support the General Counsel and Deputy Company Secretary in analysing and providing specialist advice on new business and legislative developments/projects in order to clearly identify any statutory, compliance and corporate governance implications for Paragon and its subsidiaries. Qualified or mate

Laing O'Rourke is looking for an experienced and highly organised Executive Assistant to support the Group Company Secretary across a broad and varied remit. Previous experience in an Executive Assistant, PA or similar support role in a fast-paced and professional environment. Providing high-quality

This role involves managing board and committee meetings, ensuring statutory compliance, and assisting with corporate governance for both EMEA and listed company activities.

Corporate Administration & ProjectsManage ad hoc corporate changes (e. As an Assistant Company Secretary , you’ll play a vital role in ensuring statutory and regulatory compliance across our global network of 115 subsidiaries in over 45 countries. This is a dynamic and hands-on role where you’ll

This role involves supporting the Group Company Secretary, managing Board meetings, drafting governance papers, and overseeing statutory responsibilities. V12 Retail Finance, located in the City of London, is seeking an experienced Assistant Company Secretary to enhance governance standards across t

Experience as a Company Secretary in Singapore, HongKong, or China is highly desirable. This role supports the Group Company Secretary with a number of initiatives that are shaping a refreshed approach to corporate governance at KnightFrank. Manage and execute ad‑hoc projects such as share allotme

Nuclearinst is looking for a Senior Assistant Company Secretary to manage governance processes and statutory compliance, both strategically and hands-on.

As Senior Assistant Company Secretary, you’ll support the Group Company Secretary in delivering high standards of governance across the Group. Acting as Secretary to the Group Risk Committee and other committees as required. Acting as Company Secretary to subsidiary companies, including regulated

Ref: db486134 Job Title: Graduate Assistant Company Secretary (for a global wealth and investment management company) Responsibilities * Provide support for the Company Secretary in all tasks.Take responsibility for the management of meetings and minute taking of the subsidiary Board Company meeting

Paragon Banking Group PLC is seeking a qualified Assistant Company Secretary to join their team in Greater London. The role involves supporting governance processes by acting as secretary to key committees, drafting governance documents, and ensuring compliance with legal requirements. Candidates sh

Company Secretary for the United Kingdom legal entities - the role will help deliver company secretarial services to a number of State Street UK legal entities and internal governance committees and will be responsible for ensuring adherence to relevant UK regulations and State Street governance p

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. This prestigious FTSE100 is now seeking to recruit a new Assistant Company Secretary on a full time, permanent ba

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