Join us. Let’s care for tomorrow. At Allianz Global Investors we foster a culture of professionalism, fulfilment, and an inclusive working environment. Do you want to be part of a leading active asset management company? Then join us now We are looking for a Company Secretary who will report to the Head of Investment Trusts and will be responsible for overseeing the administration and governance of the investment trust. This includes ensuring compliance with the Companies Act 2006, LSE listing rules, the UK Corporate Governance Code, and other applicable regulations. The Company Secretary will also play a key role in board administration, shareholder communication and corporate governance. This role is based in London. What you will do Corporate Governance & Compliance : Ensure adherence to governance codes, advise the Board and oversee internal policies Board Support : Facilitate communication between the Board and shareholders, organize meetings and ensure compliance Regulatory Reporting & Filings : Manage and ensure timely submission of regulatory filings Shareholder Communication : Oversee relations and engagement with shareholders, ensuring compliance with voting processes Board Committees : Support and document committee activities, advising on governance Advisory & Strategic Input : Provide advice on governance and transactions, keeping the Board informed of changes Risk & Internal Controls : Manage governance risks and ensure effective internal controls Administrative Tasks : Handle share buybacks, logistics, payments, and tax-related correspondence, maintaining essential records What you bring Qualified Company Secretary (ICSA, CGI) with UK corporate governance expertise, particularly in investment trusts or financial services Additional qualifications or experience in law, finance, or investments are beneficial Strong knowledge of UK corporate law, FCA regulations and LSE Listing Rules Proficient in governance software for meeting minutes, shareholder registers and regulatory filings Knowledgeable in financial statements, annual reports and investor presentations Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for advising and influencing senior leaders, Board members and investors Detail-oriented with strong organizational and project management skills Capable of working under pressure and meeting deadlines Proactive, self-motivated and adaptable What we offer “New Normal”, it’s not news to us: As a global company, we’ve known the hybrid model before it was ‘in’. Work flexibly according to internal guidelines (e.g., hybrid model/ flexible working hours) Investments for the future: Access to pension/ savings plans/ Allianz products Shared success: Company share purchasing plan Support for what matters: Mental health and wellbeing programs Investments in your career: Career opportunities within the entire Allianz Group Investments in your skills: Comprehensive learning and development offerings, including certifications and professional qualifications … and so much more About Allianz Global Investors Allianz Global Investors is a leading global active asset manager. We invest for the long term and want to create value for clients every step of the way. We do this by being active – in how we partner with clients and anticipate their needs, and build solutions based on capabilities across public and private markets. Our focus on enhancing our clients’ assets leads naturally to a commitment to sustainability for positive change. Our goal is to enhance the investment experience for clients, whatever their location or goals. Putting our clients' needs first, behaving in a transparent way and treating people fairly means acting with integrity. We encourage a collegial culture, that supports individual responsibility. We invest in the development of our employees to maximize the power of innovation. We at Allianz believe in a diverse and inclusive workforce, we are committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity and to helping applicants with any disabilities. We encourage you to bring your whole self to work, no matter where you are from, what you look like, who you love or what you believe in. We therefore welcome applications regardless of ethnicity or cultural background, age, gender, nationality, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Great to have you on board. If you feel inspired to promote the active asset management experience, this is the place for you. Join our diverse, international, technology-enabled, and agile environment. Simply upload your CV in English to apply for this position If you need support to navigate our websites or at any stage during your application, please send an email with your request to recruitingallianzgi.com To Recruitment Agencies: Allianz Global Investors has an in-house recruitment team that sources great candidates directly. Therefore, Allianz Global Investors does not accept unsolicited resumes from agency or search firm recruiters. When we do work with recruitment agencies, that engagement is formalized by a contract. Fees will only be paid when there is a contract in place. Without a contract in place, we will not accept invoices on unsolicited resumes, even if the candidate was ultimately employed by Allianz Global Investors. Finally, please do not contact hiring managers directly. 69510 | Sales & Distribution | Professional | n.a. | Allianz Global Investors | Full-Time | Permanent