Assistant Company Secretary

Shepherd Neame; Faversham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A historic brewery in the United Kingdom seeks an Assistant Company Secretary to support the Company Secretary in maintaining high standards of corporate governance. You will coordinate board meetings, prepare agendas and maintain statutory records. Ideal candidates should have excellent communication skills, meticulous attention to detail, and proficiency in Microsoft tools. This role comes with a comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare support and a generous pension plan.

Benefits

25 days holiday (+ bank holidays)

Healthcare support including virtual GP appointments

Generous company pension plan

Mental health and wellbeing support

Discounts on food and drink at Managed Houses

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Detail-driven professional with a passion for governance.
• Ability to build relationships with stakeholders.
• Experience with statutory books and records.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate Main Board, Executive, and Operations Committee meetings.
• Prepare board and committee agendas.
• Manage shareholder communications and maintain the shareholder register.
• Support the company's risk management processes.

Skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Meticulous attention to detail

Excellent organisation and time management

Proficiency in Microsoft Word

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Are you a detail-driven professional with a passion for governance, collaboration, and continuous improvement? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where your work directly supports the heartbeat of a business?

As Assistant Company Secretary, you will play a vital role in supporting the Company Secretary in ensuring that Shepherd Neame operates with integrity, transparency, and in full compliance with statutory and regulatory obligations. This is a dynamic and multifaceted position that sits at the heart of our governance framework, offering exposure to senior leadership, board-level decision-making, and shareholder engagement.

You will be instrumental in maintaining high standards of corporate governance, managing key legal and regulatory processes, and helping to facilitate effective communication between the Board, shareholders, and wider business. From coordinating board meetings and preparing agendas to maintaining statutory records and supporting risk management, your work will help safeguard the company’s reputation and ensure its long‑term success.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is highly organised, discreet, and passionate about detail — someone who thrives in a collaborative environment and is eager to grow within a business that values authenticity, pride, and teamwork.

What's in it for you:

• 25 days holiday (+ bank holidays)
• A range of healthcare support, including virtual GP appointments
• Annual flu jab
• Access to flexible pay and financial wellbeing resources
• Generous company pension plan
• Death in service of 4× your salary, if you join the company pension scheme
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and sick pay
• Mental health and wellbeing support for all, including our own Mental Health First Aiders
• 25% discount on food and drink at Shepherd Neame Managed Houses
• 25% discount on overnight Managed House Hotel bookings
• Up to 40% discount on own‑brand beer and cider purchased from the Visitor Centre Shop at Faversham
• Instant access to discounts with high‑street retailers, supermarkets and more!
• Birthday Club exclusive offers and discounts
• The drinks are on us during monthly get‑togethers for team members in our Visitor Centre, along with our Summer and Christmas parties
• The opportunity to develop & move within the Support Office, Brewery & our pubs
• Join our reward and recognition platform, Sheps Hut
• Benefit from the support offered by the Licensed Trade Charity to those working in the brewing industry
• Receive one additional day of paid leave per year to volunteer for a charity of your choice
• Working Hours: Full‑time, 37.5 hours per week. 08:30 17:00, Monday to Friday with 1 hour lunch (unpaid)

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Coordinate Main Board, Executive, and Operations Committee meetings
• Prepare board and committee agendas
• Support the planning and execution of our AGM
• Maintain statutory books and records in line with the Companies Act
• File statutory returns and notifications with Companies House
• Manage shareholder communications and maintain the shareholder register
• Oversee the repository of key legal documents and contracts
• Support the company’s risk management processes

The Ideal Candidate:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively build relationships with stakeholders
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Excellent organisation and time management
• Flexible and able to respond to short deadlines
• Discretion, integrity and attention to detail
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft tools, particularly Word, Excel and PowerPoint

Working Together

• Working Together
• Pride and Passion
• Authenticity
• Sheps Spirit

Who are we?

Britain’s oldest brewer, Shepherd Neame, has been based in the market town of Faversham, Kent for over 300 years. An independent family business, we boast an award‑winning visitor centre and more than 300 pubs and hotels throughout London and the South East, from the historic heart of the City to the Kent coastline. We employ around 1,500 team members across our pub estate and more than 270 at our Brewery and Support Office.

Diversity, equality, and inclusion matter to Shepherd Neame. If you think you would be suited this role we would welcome your application regardless of age, disability status, ethnicity, gender, religion or sexual orientation. We strive to provide an inclusive and supportive working environment where all employees feel respected and supported in fulfilling their potential.