Assistant Company Secretary & Legal Counsel
This is a unique opportunity to support a dynamic, international business across a broad range of legal and company secretarial matters.
Location: London - 5 days a week in office
Salary & Benefits: Competitive salary + bonus, generous health and life insurance, and pension scheme
About the Role
A leading global organisation is seeking an experienced Assistant Company Secretary & Legal Counsel to join its legal team based in London.
The role offers a varied and challenging workload, ideal for a commercially minded legal professional who is looking to develop their career in a high-performing and fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide business-focused legal and company secretarial support across global operations
* Ensure compliance with UK Companies Act, statutory obligations, and corporate governance best practices
* Coordinate and prepare board and shareholder meeting materials (e.g. agendas, notices, minutes, resolutions)
* Maintain statutory registers and manage filings with Companies House
* Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of commercial and corporate agreements
* Advise on legal risks and regulatory issues (including competition law, anti-bribery, trade sanctions, and data privacy)
* Support on M&A transactions, joint ventures, and strategic partnerships
* Assist with managing disputes and litigation matters
What We’re Looking For
* Qualified as a Chartered Secretary (CGI UK & Ireland) and a law graduate qualified in England and Wales
* 2–3 years of post-qualification experience, gained either in-house or in private practice
* Solid understanding of corporate governance, company law, and legal compliance
* Excellent drafting and negotiation skills, with a commercial approach
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal
* Highly organised and able to manage multiple tasks to tight deadlines
* Comfortable working independently and within a multicultural environment
* Fluency in English is essential
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.
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