At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead board governance and manage corporate administration across multiple jurisdictions.
- Company: Join a prestigious blue-chip company with a strong corporate legal team.
- Benefits: Gain valuable experience in a dynamic environment with potential for future opportunities.
- Other info: Immediate start available for a short-term contract.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on corporate governance while working with senior stakeholders.
- Qualifications: 3+ years of company secretarial experience and strong attention to detail.
The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 £ per year.
About the Role
You will be embedded within a Corporate Legal team, taking ownership of board governance and entity management matters across multiple jurisdictions. Working closely with senior stakeholders across Legal, Finance, Treasury, Tax and Compliance, you will play a central role in keeping corporate administration running smoothly. The ideal candidate must be immediately available for a short-term contract.
What You'll Be Doing
- Leading on board governance across the group — scheduling meetings, preparing materials, drafting minutes and managing board delegations
- Managing group entity matters, including incorporations, director appointments, statutory filings and maintaining corporate registers
- Drafting and reviewing corporate documents, including resolutions and board minutes
- Supporting capital actions such as dividends and capitalisations, and assisting with other corporate transactions
- Coordinating with external counsel and corporate service providers
- Assisting the Finance team with annual group audits
- Arranging execution, notarisation and apostilles for legal documents
- Identifying opportunities to improve and streamline existing workflows and processes
What We're Looking For
- 3+ years' company secretarial experience
- Strong working knowledge of board governance and entity management
- Experience handling multi-jurisdictional corporate matters
- Excellent attention to detail and strong written communication skills
- Immediately available to start in September
Company Secretary - Blue Chip Company - FTC employer: The Stephen James Partnership
The Stephen James Partnership is an excellent employer that fosters a dynamic and supportive work culture in the heart of Greater London. Employees benefit from autonomy in their roles, opportunities for professional growth, and a commitment to work-life balance, making it an ideal environment for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment in the legal field.
Contact Details:
The Stephen James Partnership Recruitment Team
