Company Secretary (16655) Chichester, England
Job Description:
Our client is looking for a Company Secretary to lead company secretarial and governance services.
You will support the running of Boards and Committees, acting as a trusted adviser on governance matters, and maintain the frameworks, processes and records that keep governance arrangements sound.
This role will be hybrid working, with 3 days based in the office and 2 from home.
Skills/Experience:
- Significant company secretarial experience.
- Experience of a similar role within a regulated financial services environment
- Experience supporting Boards and Committees.
- Strong knowledge of UK corporate governance requirements.
- Experience managing statutory filings and corporate records.
- An understanding of director duties and governance obligations.
- Experience working with senior stakeholders and governance bodies.
- Ideally CGI/ICSA qualified, or an equivalent professional governance qualification.
- A highly organised approach with exceptional attention to detail.
- The confidence and credibility to work closely with Boards, Committees and senior executives, and to give sound advice.
- Discretion and reliability, with the ability to handle sensitive information professionally.
- A proactive approach to improving governance standards and processes.
- Additional qualifications in governance, compliance, risk management or corporate administration would be an advantage.
Core Responsibilities:
- Maintain and develop the governance framework and corporate governance arrangements.
- Advise directors and senior stakeholders on governance obligations, director responsibilities and good practice.
- Support reviews of governance effectiveness and recommend improvements.
- Manage the annual cycle of Board and Committee meetings, including calendars, agendas and papers.
- Attend meetings, prepare accurate, concise minutes and action records, and follow up on actions.
- Keep statutory registers and corporate records accurate and manage statutory filing requirements.
- Coordinate director appointments, resignations and corporate structure changes.
- Produce governance reporting and management information for Boards and Committees.
- Support audits, reviews and governance assessments.
- Maintain governance policies and procedural documentation.
- Build effective working relationships with directors, committee members and senior executives, and with external advisers and stakeholders.
- Support the induction and ongoing development of directors on their governance responsibilities.
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Company Secretary in Chichester employer: Core-Asset-Consulting
Core-Asset-Consulting is an exceptional employer located in the vibrant city of Newcastle upon Tyne, offering a collaborative work culture that fosters professional growth and development. Employees benefit from engaging in strategic projects alongside experienced legal professionals, while enjoying a supportive environment that prioritises work-life balance and continuous learning opportunities. With a focus on innovation and compliance in a dynamic regulatory landscape, this role provides a meaningful chance to make a significant impact within the organisation.
