Assistant Company Secretary

Arthur Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Assistant Company Secretary to enhance their corporate governance framework. This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, supporting compliance functions and managing corporate governance processes. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in company secretarial roles, particularly within the insurance or financial services sectors. If you are detail-oriented and passionate about regulatory matters, this position is perfect for you to grow your career in a supportive and collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing corporate governance processes.
• Strong understanding of regulatory matters and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation and filing of statutory documents.
• Coordinate board and committee meetings ensuring compliance.

Skills

Compliance experience

Understanding of UK company law

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Experience in company secretarial roles

Experience in financial services

Job description

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We are working with with a well-regarded Insurance business who are currently seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Assistant Company Secretary to join their dynamic team. This is an exciting opportunity to develop your career within a growing business and contribute to the smooth and efficient operation of their corporate governance as well as support the wider Compliance function.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the company secretarial team in managing corporate governance processes.
• Assist in the preparation and filing of statutory documents, including annual returns, director’s reports, and board meeting minutes.
• Coordinate board and committee meetings, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and regulations.
• Maintain and update the company’s statutory records and registers.
• Ensure that all corporate filings, including Companies House submissions, are completed accurately and on time.
• Assist with the preparation and filing of regulatory filings and compliance reports.
• Monitor changes in corporate governance regulations and advise the team of necessary actions.
• Provide advisory and operational support to the business on regulatory matters and regulatory change.
• Provide administrative support for board-level meetings, including preparing agendas, meeting papers, and recording minutes.
• Support the onboarding and offboarding of directors, ensuring all necessary documentation is completed.
• Assist with ad-hoc projects as required by the senior management team.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Previous experience in a company secretarial or corporate governance role, ideally within the insurance or financial services industry, is highly desirable.
• Strong Compliance experience, especially on licensing and regulatory matters.
• Strong understanding of UK company law and corporate governance practices.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and integrity.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Administrative, Other, and General Business

• Industries

  Insurance, Insurance Agencies and Brokerages, and Insurance Carriers

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