Company Secretary Senior Officer

Join to apply for the Company Secretary Senior Officer role at ALTER DOMUS (UK) LIMITED. As a world leading provider of integrated solutions for the alternative investment industry, Alter Domus is proud to be home to 90% of the top 30 asset managers in the private markets, and more than 6,000 professionals across 24 jurisdictions. With a deep understanding of what it takes to succeed in alternatives, we believe in being different – in what we do, how we work and, most importantly, how we enable and develop our people.

You will have day‑to‑day responsibility for Corporate Governance, Board Management and Company Secretarial services for a portfolio of regulated and unregulated entities including funds, feeder vehicles, general partners and holding companies, and will act as one of the main liaison and points of contact for these matters relating to the client. You will be an important link between management and junior staff, responsible for and knowledgeable about the quality of the work carried out for your clients. You will review work produced for submission to directors and senior management. You will work in conjunction with other members of the team to provide on‑the‑job training and ensure a comprehensive Company Secretarial Service. While employed as a Senior Officer you will be required to attend training to enhance your skills and learn new ones as well.

Responsibilities

• Interact with clients, board members, third‑party intermediaries such as banks, lawyers, accountants and tax advisors both in person and via written or telephone communication.
• Prepare for board and shareholders’ meetings, including drafting the agenda, preparing board papers, attending meetings as a representative of Alter Domus Jersey in its capacity as Company Secretary and producing minutes and action‑point schedules.
• Ensure compliance with the JFSC’s Code of Corporate Governance where appropriate.
• Maintain statutory records for entities and ensure filing requirements are met.
• Review, circulate and complete transaction documentation.
• Support the fund administration team in respect of investor servicing, client on‑boarding, investment transactions, draw‑downs, distributions and other administrative activities.
• When required, assist with the preparation, collation and ongoing monitoring of Know‑Your‑Customer / Client Due Diligence and promoter / corporate files.
• Attend industry and networking events to represent Alter Domus, creating and strengthening relationships.
• Liaise with the Financial Reporting teams for year‑end and interim accounts for sign‑off by the Boards.
• Facilitate execution of all client legal documentation.
• Adhere to all relevant policies and procedures.

Your Profile

• Have a passion for your role and for building successful client and board relationships through teamwork and high standards of service.
• Hold a relevant professional qualification or be working towards one.
• Exhibit effective organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks, work to deadlines and take initiative without waiting for direction when appropriate.
• Be ambitious, a good communicator with high energy and commitment.
• Demonstrate the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines when asked.

What We Offer

We are committed to supporting your development, advancing your career, and providing benefits that matter to you. Our industry‑leading Alter Domus Academy offers six learning zones for every stage of your career, with resources tailored to your ambitions and resources from LinkedIn Learning.

Our Global Benefits Also Include

• Support for professional accreditations such as ACCA and study leave.
• Flexible arrangements, generous holidays, plus an additional day off for your birthday!
• Continuous mentoring along your career progression.
• Active sports, events and social committees across our offices.
• 24/7 support available from our Employee Assistance Program.
• The opportunity to invest in our growth and success through our Employee Share Plan.
• Plus additional local benefits depending on your location.

Equity In Every Sense Of The Word

We are in the business of equity, in every sense of the word. For us, this means taking action to ensure every colleague has equal opportunity, valuing every voice and experience across our organisation, maintaining an inclusive culture where you can bring your whole self to work, and making Alter Domus a workplace where everyone feels they belong. We celebrate our differences, and understand that our success relies on diverse perspectives and experiences, working towards shared goals and a common purpose. We take pride in creating a workplace where all our people are empowered to be truly invested in the alternative and bring their whole selves to work. We are committed to ensuring a welcoming recruiting and onboarding process for everyone. Please contact our hiring team if you require any accommodations to make our recruitment process more accessible for you.