Assistant Company Secretary

Your new company

This is an opportunity to join a growing professional services organisation with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality support to a diverse client base. With a collaborative culture, flexible working arrangements and a genuine focus on employee development, the business offers an excellent environment for governance professionals looking to build their long-term career.

Your new role

As an Assistant Company Secretary, you will play a key role in supporting a portfolio of corporate clients, ensuring compliance with statutory and governance requirements. Key responsibilities will include:

• Ensuring statutory filings and company records are maintained accurately and on time
• Maintaining and updating company registers
• Drafting board minutes and corporate documentation
• Acting as a point of contact for client and colleague queries
• Managing correspondence from third parties and regulatory bodies
• Supporting corporate transactions, including share-related matters
• Assisting with governance projects and company secretarial assignments
• Providing guidance and support to junior team members where required
• Building strong relationships with clients and stakeholders

What you'll need to succeed

To be successful, you will have previous company secretarial experience and a strong understanding of corporate governance and compliance requirements. You will ideally have:

• CGI qualification, be studying towards it, or possess equivalent company secretarial experience
• Experience maintaining statutory records and making Companies House filings
• Knowledge of share transactions and corporate governance matters
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• A proactive and client-focused approach
• The ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Experience using company secretarial software such as Diligent would be advantageous

What you'll get in return

• Salary up to £40,000
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• Excellent career development and progression opportunities
• Support towards professional qualifications where applicable
• Generous holiday allowance
• Competitive pension scheme
• Private healthcare and wellbeing benefits
• A supportive and collaborative working environment
• The opportunity to work with a varied and interesting client portfolio

What you need to do now

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