Assistant Secretary / Company Secretary Assistant

We are working with exclusively with a well-regarded Insurance business who are currently seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Assistant Company Secretary to join their dynamic team. This is an exciting opportunity to develop your career within a growing business and contribute to the smooth and efficient operation of their corporate governance as well as support the wider Compliance function. Key Responsibilities: Support the company secretarial team in managing corporate governance processes. Assist in the preparation and filing of statutory documents, including annual returns, director’s reports, and board meeting minutes. Coordinate board and committee meetings, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and regulations. Maintain and update the company’s statutory records and registers. Ensure that all corporate filings, including Companies House submissions, are completed accurately and on time. Assist with the preparation and filing of regulatory filings and compliance reports. Monitor changes in corporate governance regulations and advise the team of necessary actions. Provide advisory and operational support to the business on regulatory matters and regulatory change. Provide administrative support for board-level meetings, including preparing agendas, meeting papers, and recording minutes. Support the onboarding and offboarding of directors, ensuring all necessary documentation is completed. Assist with ad-hoc projects as required by the senior management team. Qualifications and Experience: Previous experience in a company secretarial or corporate governance role, ideally within the insurance or financial services industry, is highly desirable. Strong Compliance experience, especially on licensing and regulatory matters. Strong understanding of UK company law and corporate governance practices. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and integrity. Strong written and verbal communication skills.