At a Glance
- Tasks: Support Board meetings and manage governance processes while embracing AI and technology.
- Company: Global tech business listed on the New York Stock Exchange, undergoing exciting transformation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary of £70,000–£80,000, with excellent career development opportunities.
- Other info: Minimum 2 days in the office, international exposure, and ownership of processes.
- Why this job: Gain direct exposure to the Board and influence governance in a fast-changing environment.
- Qualifications: Experienced in company secretarial roles with strong UK company law knowledge.
The predicted salary is between 70000 - 80000 £ per year.
A global, publicly listed technology business, listed on the New York Stock Exchange, is going through an exciting period of transformation, with AI playing a key role in its future strategy. This is an opportunity to join a business where change is happening now and where there is genuine scope to influence how the governance function evolves.
An experienced Assistant Company Secretary is sought to join a lean, high-profile governance team, supporting the Board and senior stakeholders across UK and international governance matters. The role offers genuine ownership, strong Board exposure and the opportunity to improve processes and introduce AI and technology-enabled efficiencies.
Key responsibilities:
- Supporting Board and committee meetings, including papers, agendas and minutes.
- Managing UK public-company governance and compliance requirements.
- Supporting global entity governance and working with external providers.
- Maintaining statutory records and overseeing relevant filings.
- Providing practical governance advice to senior stakeholders.
- Improving processes and identifying opportunities to use AI and technology.
About you:
- Experienced company secretarial/governance professional.
- Public-company experience is essential.
- Chartered Governance qualification completed or in progress.
- Strong UK company law and governance knowledge.
- International entity governance experience desirable.
- US-listed experience particularly attractive.
- Pragmatic, proactive and comfortable in a fast-changing environment.
- Positive attitude towards AI and technology.
- Share plans experience is a bonus, not essential.
What's in it for you?
- £70,000–£80,000 depending on experience.
- Minimum 2 days per week in the office.
- Direct exposure to the Board and senior leadership.
- UK and US-listed governance experience.
- International exposure and genuine ownership.
- Opportunity to shape processes and embrace AI within the function.
- Excellent long-term career development opportunity.
For a confidential chat, contact Andelize at andelize@heriotbrown.com
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