Assistant Company Secretary – Financial Services (FTSE-250)
£Competitive, London (Hybrid – 2 days wfh)
We have been exclusively instructed by a FTSE250 financial services business in London as they plan to hire a newly created Assistant Company secretary. In this exciting and varied position, you will predominantly be supporting a listed Board and it’s Committees whilst still being responsible for, or assisting members of the team, on other Group related matters and projects. You will have exposure to all aspects of the Company’s lifecycle and agile working, a supportive team and growth and development opportunities are provided from day one. You will bring a positive and can-do attitude, being committed to working collaboratively as a team, deliver high quality work at precision pace, and be keen to contribute to the commercial success of the business as it continues to grow. If you are looking to take the next step in your career, and possess similar experience within a listed company within the Financial Services/Fintech sector, then this may be the role for you!
Key Roles and Responsibilities
* Responsibility for advising and guiding the Board and the Chair on governance, corporate law and other administrative matters, ensuring the Board is kept up to date on key legislation.
* Attending Committee meetings and ensuring minutes and actions schedules are taken, circulated and followed up on.
* Reviewing and developing the Group’s corporate governance framework, overseeing its implementation and compliance.
* Provide guidance and assistance for the year-end sign off process in relation to Annual Report disclosures, and in the preparation for the Annual General Meeting (“AGM”).
* Support the drafting, verification and proofreading of sections of the Annual Report as required.
* Other Group Governance duties
Essential Skills, Experience and Qualifications
* Previous company secretarial experience, ideally within a UK listed company or within Financial Services or Fintech.
* Extensive working knowledge of the most up-to-date legal, corporate governance and regulatory frameworks within a listed environment.
* Must possess strong minute-taking experience.
* Ideally full qualified member of the CGI.
Attitudes and Behaviours
* Must possess keen attention to detail and excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
* Able to work in a proactive and independent manner, as well as being a strong team-player able to build successful working relationships with internal and external stakeholders across all levels.
* Flexible and ‘can-do’ approach, whilst remaining confident with shifting workloads and prioritising multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
At The Core Partnership, we embrace diversity and believe in the inherent value of every individual. Our commitment to inclusivity extends beyond mere words; it’s ingrained in our core values of humanity, passion, honesty, and commitment. We therefore welcome all applicants, regardless of ethnicity or cultural background, age, gender, gender identity, nationality, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic.
We strive to create an environment where every person feels valued, respected, and empowered to succeed both internally and for the roles we recruit for. If you require any adjustments to facilitate your application process, please let us know.
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