Job Description
Company SecretaryBristolWho We AreACH is a social enterprise with a clear vision, dedicated to empowering refugees and migrants in the UK to lead self-sufficient and ambitious lives. We bring together a diverse team of strategists and researchers, driven by their own lived experiences, to provide tailored integration services.Why We Do What We DoOur mission goes beyond individual support; we actively challenge and disrupt the systems that perpetuate inequalities in our society. With a proven track record of delivering effective support services, in 2025, we helped house over 1,500 individuals and provided support to over 600 of our service users, helping them to achieve their personal goals and lead fulfilling lives in their new country.We are now looking for a Company Secretary to join us on a full-time, permanent basis, working 37.5 hours per week.Our Commitment to You- Salary of £50,000 per annum- 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays- Pension- Flexible working- Employee Recognition Programme- Training and development opportunities- Employee Assistance Programme- Social gatherings and staff retreats- A fully stocked staffroom!This is an incredible opportunity for an experienced governance professional with housing association board-level secretariat experience to join our purpose-driven organisation.Youll play a central role in helping us deliver life-changing work for refugees and migrants, ensuring strong governance, legal compliance and effective board support across our organisation.Whats more, with flexible working, a well-rounded benefits package and a culture that values recognition, connection and growth, this is your chance to build your career while contributing to work that changes lives.So, if youre looking for a role where your governance expertise can support something genuinely transformative, read on and apply today.What Youll Be DoingAs our Company Secretary, you will lead corporate governance, legal compliance and board administration.Supporting the Board, Committees and Senior Management Team, you will provide high-quality secretariat services, including managing governance calendars, statutory filings, board meetings, agendas, minutes and action tracking.You will also advise on governance matters, monitor legislative and regulatory developments, and help ensure board decisions, policies and procedures are implemented effectively across the organisation.Alongside this, you will act as Data Protection Officer, embedding GDPR best practice across the organisation and overseeing data protection processes, policies and compliance.Additionally, you will:- Monitor compliance with legislative, regulatory and governance requirements- Prepare governance reports, annual calendars and action plans- Support Board recruitment, inductions, training and appraisals- Review and update Board policies and committee terms of reference- Produce governance effectiveness and assurance reports- Maintain records of processing activities and support lawful data processing practicesWhat Were Looking ForTo be considered as a Company Secretary, you will need:- Aminimum of five years of experience as Secretary of a Housing Association Board- Demonstrable experience of understanding Governance and legal requirements of a regulated body- Experience producing timely quality reports and minute-taking- Knowledge of the UK GDPR legislation- An understanding of the regulatory requirements of the housing association and the corporate operating environment- A degree or equivalent- A Company Secretary-related qualificationThe closing date for this role is 4th June 2026.Other organisations may call this role Secretary, Board Secretary, Governance Officer, Executive Assistant, EA, Assistant to the Board, or Office Manager.Webrecruit and ACH are equal opportunities employers, value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be.So, if you want to join an organisation making a real and lasting difference as a Company Secretary, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.
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