About the role We have a fabulous opportunity for an experienced and proactive governance professional to join our team as an Assistant Company Secretary . In this key role, you will support the day-to-day operations of the Secretarial function, acting as a vital resource for corporate governance, committee administration, and statutory compliance across our global business. The successful candidate will be an advocate for governance excellence-collaborating closely with corporate functions, senior leadership, and external advisors to ensure absolute compliance with UK and international regulatory standards. You will provide the essential coordination and expertise required to manage our subsidiary portfolio, committee meetings, regulatory disclosures, and corporate reorganisations. DS Smith is currently part of the International Paper Group and is transitioning towards a listing on the London Stock Exchange with a secondary listing on the New York Stock Exchange. This role will play a key part in supporting this dynamic corporate landscape, ensuring seamless compliance across UK and US listing regimes while deputising for the Deputy Company Secretary when required. Key responsibilities include: Subsidiary Governance: Manage EMEA-wide subsidiary portfolios, maintain GEMS statutory registers, prepare board minutes, and submit Companies House filings Committee Management: Coordinate key management committees (Finance, Ethics & Compliance, Financial Reporting), managing agendas, paper packs, and minute taking AGM & Annual Report: Support the planning and execution of the Annual General Meeting and draft governance sections of the Annual Report Stock Exchange Announcements: Draft and release non-trading RNS announcements on the London and New York Stock Exchanges, ensuring FCA and SEC compliance MAR & Insider Lists: Maintain insider and project lists, issue closed period notifications, and oversee employee dealing requests Share Plans Support: Assist the Share Plans Manager with share capital reconciliations, SH01 filings, and routine equity administration So, if you are a detail-oriented corporate governance professional looking for a high-impact role in a business which prioritises excellence and encourages you to make a difference - then we might be looking for you! <...
Assistant Company Secretary in East Kilbride employer: DS SMITH PACKAGING LIMITED
At DS Smith, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, particularly for the Engineering Team Leader role at our Featherstone site. Our vibrant work culture fosters continuous improvement and employee development, offering competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for career advancement in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Join us to lead a dedicated team, drive engineering excellence, and contribute to a strong health and safety culture while enjoying a supportive and engaging workplace.
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