Interim Assistant Company Secretary | Regulated Financial Services | London (Hybrid)
Location: Central London | Hybrid (3 days in-office)
Full-time | 6-Month Contract | Core hours: 9am–5:30pm
We’re working with a dynamic and fast-growing specialist bank to find an Interim Assistant Company Secretary for a 6-month assignment, offering immediate exposure to senior stakeholders and high-impact governance work during a key phase in the bank’s growth journey.
About the Role:
Reporting to the General Counsel and Company Secretary, you’ll help manage and maintain the governance infrastructure of a private equity-backed, regulated banking group. This hands-on role will suit someone confident in providing company law advice, managing filings, and supporting board-level meetings.
Key Responsibilities:
* Maintain and develop the governance framework in line with regulatory changes
* Provide high-quality governance and company law advice
* Manage statutory filings and maintain company records
* Support meetings at executive, board, and committee level – including minute-taking
* Oversee insurance renewals and maintain the Authorised Signatory List
* Support shareholder communications and relationships
Who You'll Work With:
* General Counsel & Company Secretary
* Deputy Company Secretary
* Board and Executive team
* Risk & Compliance teams
* External advisors and shareholders
About You:
* ICSA/CG qualified or qualified solicitor with strong company secretarial experience
* Excellent knowledge of UK company law and governance
* Confident and efficient minute-taker at board and executive level
* Highly organised, detail-focused, and proactive
* Experience in financial services or a regulated environment preferred
If you are interested in learning more about this position, please apply or contact chloe.graham@ssq.com