At a Glance
- Tasks: Support governance and compliance for a growing global group.
- Company: Join a diverse and inclusive global organisation with offices worldwide.
- Benefits: Flexible working options and commitment to diversity.
- Other info: Opportunity for professional growth in a dynamic legal environment.
- Why this job: Make a global impact while ensuring strong corporate governance.
- Qualifications: Experience in company secretarial roles and managing governance frameworks.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 65000 £ per year.
We are seeking a highly organised and detail‑oriented Company Secretarial & Governance Officer to join our Legal Department and play a key role in supporting the governance and compliance framework of our growing global group. Reporting directly to the General Counsel & Company Secretary, you will be responsible for ensuring that all company secretarial obligations are met across the Group and that robust governance structures, policies, and processes are established, maintained, and embedded throughout the organisation. This role leads the development and implementation of the Group’s governance framework, supports Boards and shareholders in meeting their governance requirements, manages company secretarial activities, and oversees contract execution and delegated authority processes. Working closely with senior stakeholders, you will help ensure the Group operates with strong corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and effective decision‑making processes while contributing to wider legal and business initiatives.
Key Competencies
- Experience as a Company Secretary, Company Secretarial Assistant, or equivalent legal role.
- Experience managing governance frameworks.
- Ability to identify critical business issues and determine the necessary governance requirements.
Benefits and Work Environment
- Global impact – offices in the UK, US, Australia and plans for further expansion.
- Flexible working – up to 30 days a year to work from anywhere.
- Commitment to diversity and inclusion (welcoming all backgrounds, disabilities, religions, gender identities, sexualities or ethnicities).
We welcome reasonable adjustments to the application process for candidates requiring support.
Company Secretarial & Governance Officer employer: SmartestEnergy Limited
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