Assistant Secretary / Company Secretary Assistant in London

Assistant Secretary / Company Secretary Assistant in London

London Full-Time 50000 - 60000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
LAW Absolute

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Support corporate governance and compliance for a global organisation in a dynamic environment.
  • Company: Join a leading global organisation with a high-performing Corporate Secretariat team.
  • Benefits: Hybrid working, competitive pay, and potential for contract extension.
  • Other info: Opportunity to work with senior stakeholders and enhance your professional skills.
  • Why this job: Be part of a major governance transformation programme and make a real impact.
  • Qualifications: CGI qualified with company secretarial experience in a FTSE 100 or complex FTSE 250.

The predicted salary is between 50000 - 60000 £ per year.

We’re working with a leading global organisation to appoint an Assistant Company Secretary into its high-performing Corporate Secretariat team on a temporary basis. This is a 6-month interim role with the possibility of extension. You’ll support the delivery of high-quality corporate governance and regulatory compliance across a multi-listed PLC structure. Working closely with senior stakeholders, you’ll contribute to core company secretarial activities while playing a key role in a large-scale governance transformation programme.

Start date: July 2026 (ASAP)

Location: London (hybrid working)

Contract duration: 6 months +

Key Responsibilities:

  • Support governance and compliance requirements for a globally listed group
  • Assist in reviewing and enhancing company secretarial processes and frameworks
  • Contribute to a major regulatory and governance transformation programme
  • Liaise with internal stakeholders and external legal advisers (UK & US)
  • Support the preparation of regulatory filings, including US reporting obligations
  • Assist with implementation, testing, and continuous improvement of new processes

About You:

  • CGI (Chartered Governance Institute) qualified (or equivalent)
  • Proven company secretarial experience within a FTSE 100 or complex FTSE 250 environment
  • Strong understanding of UK listed company governance requirements
  • Experience of NYSE regulations and US reporting requirements
  • Exposure to JSE listing requirements would be advantageous
  • Confident working in a multi-jurisdictional, fast-paced environment
  • Highly organised, detail-oriented, and proactive in approach

To register an interest, please send through your updated CV to kwilliams@lawabsolute.com

Assistant Secretary / Company Secretary Assistant in London employer: LAW Absolute

Join a leading global organisation that values excellence and innovation in corporate governance. With a strong commitment to employee development, this role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic hybrid environment in London, where you will collaborate with senior stakeholders on transformative governance projects. Enjoy a supportive work culture that prioritises professional growth and provides exposure to complex regulatory frameworks across multiple jurisdictions.

LAW Absolute

Contact Details:

LAW Absolute Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Assistant Secretary / Company Secretary Assistant in London

Corporate Governance
Regulatory Compliance
Company Secretarial Processes
Stakeholder Liaison
Regulatory Filings
US Reporting Obligations
Governance Transformation