In a Nutshell
We have a fantastic opportunity for a Joint Venture Governance Assistant to join our team within Vistry Services, you will be based at any of our regional offices. As our Joint Venture Governance Assistant you will deliver high-quality secretarial, governance and legal support to the Joint Venture team, Regional teams, and the Group's portfolio of JV partnerships. You will ensure compliance with statutory, corporate, and regulatory requirements, while promoting a consistent and best-practice approach across all JV governance activities. This is a varied role involving direct oversight of JV Boards and broader governance coordination across the Group's JV portfolio. You will work closely with the Head of JV Governance, the Joint Venture Coordinator, and the Company Secretariat Team.
We value in-person collaboration and team culture, but we're also committed to supporting flexible working where possible. We encourage you to raise any specific requirements during the interview process so we can explore how this could be accommodated.
Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for you
Competitive basic salary and annual bonus
Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays increasing to up to 39 days with service
2 Volunteering days per annum
Private medical insurance, with employee paid cover
Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
Competitive pension scheme through salary sacrifice
Life assurance at 4 x your annual salary
Share save and share incentive schemes
Employee rewards portal with many more benefits
In return, what we would like from you
Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and Quality
Relevant UK company secretarial / governance qualification (or working towards one)
Experience in secretarial duties including meeting management, board paper preparation, and minute-taking
Familiarity with preparing corporate resolutions, consents, and formal minutes
Experience managing stakeholder communications and expectations
Prior exposure to JV governance or similar roles within subsidiary companies
Strong understanding of company secretarial and governance principles
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with confidence engaging at all levels
Analytical thinker with sound judgment and problem-solving abilities
High level of organisation and ability to manage competing priorities
Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and compliance
Self-motivated team player with a proactive approach
Flexible and adaptable to evolving responsibilities
More about the Joint Venture Governance Assistant role
Manage a portfolio of JV Boards, including: Preparing board packs and agendas
Attending meetings and drafting minutes
Documenting decisions and approvals (e.g. resolutions, consents, formal minutes)
Supporting Chairs with meeting preparation
Lead the preparation and oversight of JV powers of attorney
Draft and manage corporate resolutions, consents, and formal Board minutes
Advise Regional teams on JV governance matters, including signing authorities, JV incorporations and legal queries
Support document execution for JV-related matters (e.g. loan variations, contracts, deeds)
Assist with the coordination and timely completion of statutory audits and financial accounts
Support the implementation and monitoring of the JV governance framework, including annual effectiveness reviews, training, and internal audit responses
Provide guidance on Life of Site gateway queries related to JV governance and partnering
Liaising with the Company Secretariat Team on Companies House filings, compliance matters, and adhoc queries
Provide cover for the Head of JV Governance as required
Finally, let's tell you a bit more about us
We build more than homes, we're making Vistry. Being a responsible developer and award-winning employer means we live each day through our ethos - doing the right thing. Our behaviours reflect this, as well as our values of integrity, caring and quality. Shaping all we do; they empower us to develop sustainable communities across affordable and private housing. We work in a partnership-led way, and you'll recognise our renowned brands Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Countryside Homes. Together with Vistry Works, our manufacturing operation, and the functional support of Vistry Services, we're a proud UK Green Building Council member, UK top five housebuilder with a five-star House Builders Federation (HBF) customer satisfaction rating, and winner of many awards including Top Employer, Global Top Inspiring Workplaces, and Best for Talent Attraction and Outreach.
Join us in making Vistry.
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