A senior governance professional is sought to act as deputy to the Chief Legal Officer & Company Secretary within a large, regulated organisation.
This role plays a key part in supporting effective corporate governance, Board and Committee operations, regulatory compliance, and organisational decision-making. Working closely with senior executives, Board members and non-executive directors, you will provide expert governance advice, oversee governance frameworks, and drive continuous improvement across the organisation.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the planning and delivery of Board and Committee meetings and annual governance cycles.
* Advise senior stakeholders on corporate governance, regulatory requirements and director responsibilities.
* Maintain and enhance governance frameworks, policies and decision-making processes.
* Oversee entity governance, statutory records and corporate reporting obligations.
* Support governance aspects of strategic projects, transactions and organisational change initiatives.
* Build strong relationships across Executive and Board-level stakeholders.
* Provide leadership, guidance and development support to a small Company Secretariat team.
About You
* Significant Company Secretariat or governance experience, ideally within a regulated environment.
* Strong knowledge of corporate governance, statutory and regulatory requirements.
* Experience supporting Boards, Committees and senior executives.
* Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills.
* Strong judgement, discretion and professional integrity.
* Highly organised with exceptional drafting and communication skills.
* Commercially aware with a pragmatic approach to problem-solving.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced governance professional seeking a high-profile role with significant exposure to senior leadership and Board-level decision-making.
Interested to find out more? Contact Christopher Hurst