Our client, a globally recognised organisation with a highly respected and established brand, is seeking an experienced Company Secretary to join on an interim basis to provide cover for a key leadership role.
This is a broad, hands-on opportunity offering exposure to a wide range of governance activities, including PLC obligations, subsidiary governance and strategic projects. The successful candidate will be comfortable balancing strategic input with operational delivery in a fast-paced and evolving environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide day-to-day leadership of the governance function, including management of three junior team members.
* Oversee subsidiary governance across the group, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements and maintaining high standards of corporate governance.
* Support share plan activity where required.
* Advise on governance matters and stakeholder engagement initiatives.
* Maintain and enhance PLC governance standards in line with best practice and regulatory expectations.
* Support governance workstreams associated with IPO readiness and listed company obligations.
* Provide pragmatic, commercially focused governance advice to senior stakeholders.
* Support the effective operation of Board and Committee processes.
About You
* Available to start immediately.
* Extensive governance experience within a PLC environment.
* Must have prior IPO experience, including exposure to IPO readiness, listing requirements and public company governance frameworks.
* Strong understanding of corporate governance frameworks and regulatory requirements.
* Adaptable and able to manage a varied and changing workload.
* Comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment.
* Confident communicator with the ability to engage effectively at all levels.
* Previous experience managing or mentoring junior team members.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a complex, high-profile organisation and play a key role in supporting critical governance initiatives during an important period.