Legal Assistant

School: Group Central Support United Kingdom Office London is our global headquarters where 220 colleagues across Finance, Risk, IT, Corporate Development, Legal, HR, MAC and Education drive the success of our 90+ schools in 35+ countries. By joining our fast paced and innovative organisation, you will be regularly liaising with our global team-mates from the Philippines to Peru, from Beijing to Boston and beyond. If you have a global mindset, enjoy thinking outside the box and are prepared to go above and beyond to find solutions, then a career at Nord Anglia is for you.

The Legal Assistant will provide essential support across our Treasury and Legal teams at Nord Anglia Education Limited, located at our London Headquarter Office. We're looking for a pragmatic, confident and energetic individual who will assist the Head of Secretariat in the provision of KYC information and by providing transaction support in the execution of a major treasury project. This role is pivotal in ensuring compliance with corporate governance requirements, assisting with regulatory filings, and supporting the Company Secretary in the administration of board meetings and corporate records management.

As part of the Group Central Support division, you will work closely with various stakeholders across the organisation to help uphold high standards of legal and corporate governance practices.

The role involves:

• Working closely with colleagues across the Treasury and Company Secretariat Teams.
• Engaging with banking partners to implement a new account structure and ensure existing accounts have consistent and refreshed Bank Mandates.
• Working across central, regional, and local finance teams to obtain relevant corporate information to meet the requirements of banking partners.
• Managing the volume of actions by demonstrating flexibility in managing workflows.

The successful candidate will have experience working within a multinational organisation and a proven ability to build and maintain excellent relationships with senior stakeholders. We are looking for a motivated and proactive individual with a keen eye for detail and a strong commitment to accuracy and confidentiality. Your contribution will facilitate efficient legal operations and support the overall integrity of corporate affairs.

Key requirements include:

• Strong understanding of corporate governance principles: Knowledge of UK company law, regulatory requirements, and best practices in corporate secretarial work.
• Experience in board and committee administration: Supporting the coordination and preparation of board meetings, including compiling agendas, minute taking, and maintaining accurate records of decisions and actions.
• Excellent communication skills: Clear and professional written and verbal communication, enabling effective liaison with internal and external stakeholders, including directors, legal counsel, and regulatory bodies.
• Attention to detail and organisation: Ability to manage multiple priorities, ensuring timely delivery of filings, documentation, and correspondence with precision.
• Technological proficiency: Comfortable working with document management systems, legal databases, Microsoft Office suite, and digital communication tools.
• Confidentiality and integrity: Handling sensitive information discreetly and upholding strict confidentiality standards at all times.
• Problem-solving and initiative: Ability to proactively identify process improvements and contribute to the continuous enhancement of compliance and governance procedures.
• Legal or corporate secretarial qualification: While not mandatory, professional qualifications such as ICSA (Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators) or equivalent would be advantageous.

We encourage candidates from diverse professional backgrounds who possess a passion for governance, legal administration, and meticulous record-keeping to apply. The role offers an excellent opportunity to develop career progression within a respected international organisation committed to fostering an inclusive workplace culture.

At Nord Anglia Education, we are an equal opportunities employer dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. In our schools and offices around the world, we treat all colleagues fairly based on their skills and qualifications, without discrimination. We value individuals from all backgrounds, including those with different abilities and neurodivergent conditions, as well as those who identify with protected characteristics.

Nord Anglia Education is committed to ensuring the highest possible safeguarding standards in our schools and we expect every employee to share this commitment.