1. Assistant Company Secretary
2. Leading UK Bank
About Our Client
This bank is a well-established in the industry. With a reputation for excellence, they offer a solid foundation for professionals seeking to make an impact in a company secretarial / corporate governance role.
Job Description
The Assistant Company Secretary will report o the General Counsel & Company Secretary and will:
3. Managing Group and subsidiary board and committee meeting processes - working with management to set agenda, briefing management teams on lead times for the delivery of board and committee papers; and ensuring the timely publication of high-quality materials to the Bank's Board portal.
4. Attendance at and minuting of Board and Committee meetings,
5. Developing a close working relationship with Executives, Boards, Chairs and Committee members and act as first point of contact.
6. Tracking to completion actions arising from board and committee meetings.
7. Maintaining Board and Committee records, including papers, minutes and other documentation.
8. Advising on Board procedures and ensuring Board compliance with corporate governance policies, board mandate and committee terms of reference, and the constitutional documents.
9. Ensuring compliance with relevant laws.
The Successful Applicant
A successful Assistant Company Secretary should have:
10. Proven experience in a Co-sec function within the financial services industry.
11. Strong understanding of corporate governance and regulatory requirements.
12. Excellent strategic planning and decision-making skills.
13. Ability to manage complex projects and lead cross-functional teams.
14. Exceptional communication and negotiation abilities.
15. A strong analytical mindset with attention to detail.
16. Extensive experience of working under FCA regulations with exposure to senior executive and Board level.
17. Experience of building relationships senior executives and non-executive directors.
18. Extensive experience of minute taking at a senior level.
19. Relevant understanding of Corporate Governance best practice and experience of applying this understanding pragmatically in support of Boards and committees.
20. Knowledge of the requirements of the Companies Act and familiarity working with Articles of Association.
What's on Offer
The Assistant Company Secretary will receive a:
21. Competitive salary in the range of £67500 to £75,000, depending on experience.
22. Permanent position offering stability and career progression.
23. Opportunity to influence the direction of a respected financial services company.
24. Potential benefits package to be confirmed at the offer stage.
This is a fantastic chance to step into a leadership role and make a real impact. If you are ready to take on this challenge, we encourage you to apply today.