At 1st Central, everything starts with our people.
As one of the UK’s leading motor and home insurers, we use smart technology, data and great service to make insurance fast, fair and simple for over 1.4 million customers. We’re proud to create an environment where people feel supported, trusted and able to grow - whether that’s developing new skills, taking on fresh challenges or making a real impact every day. If you’re looking for a role where you can make a difference, we’d love to hear from you.
Are you an experienced governance professional with strong company secretarial knowledge and a keen eye for detail? Do you enjoy working with senior stakeholders, managing key governance processes and helping to maintain high standards across a complex organisation?
We’re looking for an Assistant Company Secretary to join our Corporate Governance team, based in either Haywards Heath, West Sussex, Salford Quays, Manchester or Guernsey.
You’ll play an important role supporting the Group Company Secretary to deliver effective, high-quality company secretarial and corporate governance services across the Group. You’ll work closely with stakeholders to support Board, Committee and Executive governance, statutory compliance, governance reporting and corporate records, with responsibility for leading defined workstreams, exercising judgement on routine governance matters and supporting the development of robust governance practices as the Group continues to mature.
We're big on working flexibly, spending your time working either at home or in the office.
Core skills we’re looking for:
- Company Law & Governance: Strong knowledge of company law, statutory compliance and corporate governance, with the ability to apply it in practice.
- Minute-Writing & Drafting: Able to produce clear, accurate and concise minutes, reports and governance documents.
- Communication & Stakeholder Management: Confident engaging with senior stakeholders and providing practical governance support.
- Organisation & Delivery: Able to manage competing priorities and deliver high-quality work to tight deadlines.
What’s Involved:
- You’ll support the Group Company Secretary in leading the end-to-end company secretarial support for selected Board, Committee and Executive meetings, including forward planning, agenda development, timetable management, quality assurance of papers, preparation of minutes, and tracking of actions and decisions through to completion.
- You’ll provide informed and expert governance advice and practical support to meeting chairs, senior stakeholders and paper owners, ensuring that governance processes are clear, proportionate and delivered
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Assistant Company Secretary in Manchester employer: First Central Services UK Ltd
At 1st Central, we prioritise our people and foster a supportive work environment that encourages growth and development. As a leading motor and home insurer based in Haywards Heath, West Sussex, we offer flexible working arrangements, allowing you to balance your professional and personal life while making a meaningful impact in the insurance sector. Join us to be part of a dynamic team where your contributions are valued and recognised, and where you can thrive in your career.
Contact Details:
First Central Services UK Ltd Recruitment Team
