Overview
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The Company Secretariat team at Severn Trent plays a vital role in supporting the Board and senior management by providing expert governance advice and ensuring compliance with regulatory and legal requirements. Led by the Group Company Secretary, the team helps uphold high standards of corporate governance across the organisation, enabling effective decision-making and accountability. They also manage board and committee operations, maintain statutory records, and support the governance of subsidiary entities.
Everything you need to know
We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our Company Secretariat team as their Senior Assistant Company Secretary.
As our Senior Assistant Company Secretary, you will work with and deputise for the Deputy Company Secretary, acting as a trusted adviser to the Boards of Severn Trent Plc Group (the ‘Group’) companies and their Committees. You will provide expert guidance on corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and company law, helping the Group’s Boards to operate with maximum effectiveness in their duties and decision making. You will also act as Secretary to Board Committees and the Group’s subsidiary boards, as required. In addition, you will play a key role in leading the Company Secretariat Team, taking a hands-on approach to delivery, team engagement, and the development of skills across the function.
Responsibilities
* Regularly review compliance with the UK Corporate Governance Code, including Board Committee Terms of Reference and governance arrangements.
* Monitor adherence to the Companies Act, Listing Regime, Takeover Code, and Disclosure and Transparency Rules.
* Manage the release of market information and safeguard unreleased, price-sensitive data.
* Maintain and implement up-to-date Group policies.
* Organise Board and Committee meetings, ensuring timely and high-quality documentation.
* Attend and minute meetings, deputising for the Group Company Secretary when required.
* Prepare for general meetings, including drafting documents and overseeing procedural compliance.
* Support regulatory reform engagement and submissions in collaboration with corporate functions.
* Advise senior management and other functions on governance, reporting, and compliance aspects of transactions.
* Oversee the governance content of regulatory submissions, including that of the Annual Performance Reports for appointed entities as required by Ofwat.
* Responsible for the development of members of the Company Secretariat Team – line manager, coach and mentor for Team members as required.
What we're looking for
* Qualified Company Secretary with substantial experience in a listed PLC environment.
* Proven ability to engage with, build trust among, and influence stakeholders at Board and Executive levels.
* Experience in partnering with and managing senior leaders; specialist knowledge in corporate governance and corporate transactions.
* Ability to operate in highly confidential and price-sensitive settings; quick to absorb new subject matter and drive change.
* Experience in a highly regulated industry is beneficial but not essential.
Rewards and care
* 31 days holiday + bank holidays (and the ability to buy/sell up to 5 days per year)
* Annual bonus scheme up to 20% of salary dependent on company performance
* Pension scheme – employer contribution up to 15% when you contribute 7.5%
* Sharesave – the chance to buy Severn Trent Plc shares at a discounted rate
* Dedicated training and development with our Academy
* Car allowance of £5,208 per annum (pro-rata where appropriate)
* Private medical cover, life assurance, income protection and personal accident cover
* Electric vehicle scheme and retail offers
* Family friendly policies
* Two volunteering days per year
How we work
You'll join a caring culture that collaborates to achieve, grow, and develop. Our employee engagement scores are among the highest globally in energy and utilities. We value in-person moments but also support flexible, working-from-home arrangements. Typically, you’ll be in the office, with the option to work from home when needed.
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