Assistant Company Secretary

Jersey Electricity Plc; London; Hybrid; GBP 58,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Jersey Electricity Plc is seeking a proactive Assistant Company Secretary to join its Legal team in London. This full-time hybrid role supports corporate governance and board functions, requiring strong communication skills and governance knowledge. The successful candidate will ensure robust governance processes and contribute to a culture of safety and compliance.

Benefits

Annual Bonus

BUPA Health Insurance

Competitive pension scheme

Enhanced maternity/paternity pay

Life assurance

HolidayPlus

Cycle2work Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in a company secretariat or governance role.
• Familiarity with regulatory sectors such as gas distribution.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the Governance Director & Company Secretary.
• Maintain accurate governance records and support reporting.
• Assist in ensuring compliance with SGN’s statutory powers.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Basic understanding of company law

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Adobe Acrobat

Teams

SharePoint

Job description

Assistant Company Secretary

Farringdon | £58.7k - £67.3k per annum (dependent on skills & qualifications)

Full-time | Hybrid

Desirable start date August 2025

Annual Bonus – BUPA – Competitive pension scheme – Enhanced maternity/paternity pay – Life assurance – HolidayPlus – Cycle2work Scheme & more

REQ4899

We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented individual with relevant experience to join our Legal team as Assistant Company Secretary. This key role within the Legal Services directorate supports the Governance Director & Company Secretary and the Deputy Company Secretary in delivering effective and compliant corporate governance and board/committee secretariat services.

You will work closely with board members (including non-executive directors and directors), the Executive Committee (ExCo), and colleagues across the Group to ensure SGN’s governance and decision-making processes are robustly supported. The role involves providing administrative and operational support for the corporate governance framework, assisting the Enterprise Governance and Company Secretariat team, and upholding high standards of governance. Attendance at Executive and Board meetings may be required to support secretariat functions.

We deliver safety, warmth, and comfort to homes and businesses. Every role, whether in the office or on the front line, plays a key part in this mission. Here’s how you will contribute…

• Foster positive working relationships with key stakeholders, including the Chief Legal Officer (CLO), Executive Committee (ExCo), Board, shareholders, and the wider legal function.
• Support the Enterprise Governance and Company Secretariat Team, contributing to team initiatives and assisting with coordination as required.
• Develop a strong understanding of SGN’s business, legal, and regulatory framework, including Ofgem’s RIIO-GD3 framework and listed debt obligations (London and Channel Islands stock exchanges).
• Assist in ensuring that company secretariat services comply with SGN’s statutory powers, licence conditions, internal governance, financial covenants, and applicable legislation.
• Help maintain the Group’s Delegation of Authority, signing policies, and register of powers of attorney.
• Provide secretariat support in a professional and ethical manner, delivering work within agreed timeframes.
• Support the preparation and quality assurance of meeting papers, ensuring consistency with governance procedures and terms of reference.
• Assist with the production of accurate and timely minutes, action logs, Board reports and packs, demonstrating strong attention to detail.
• Help maintain accurate governance records and contribute to timely reporting to ExCo, the Board, and regulatory bodies.
• Support transformation initiatives and executive-led programmes aimed at strengthening SGN’s governance and safety culture.
• Provide adaptable administrative support across the Legal Services function, including non-specialist areas, as required.

What you will need

• Some experience in a company secretariat or governance role, ideally in an assistant capacity.
• Familiarity with regulatory sectors – experience in gas distribution or infrastructure is particularly advantageous.
• A commitment to confidentiality and professionalism when working in sensitive environments.
• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high standards.
• A basic understanding of company law and the principles of corporate governance.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to work effectively under pressure and adapt to shifting priorities.
• A collaborative, team-oriented approach and well-developed interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with governance platforms such as Board Intelligence, Diligent, Blueprint, or similar systems (desirable).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat, Teams, and SharePoint.
• A motivated and inquisitive mindset, with a willingness to develop knowledge in governance and compliance.
• Confidence working in a fast-paced and sensitive environment.
• A proactive and ethically grounded approach to teamwork.

Not sure you meet every requirement?

Research shows some people – particularly women and those from underrepresented backgrounds – may hesitate to apply unless they meet every criteria. At SGN, we value diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

If this role interests you but you’re not sure you tick every box, we’d still love to hear from you. You might be just who we’re looking for – now or in the future.

Why SGN?

SGN is a leader in pioneering research and development toward a net-zero energy system. Our cutting-edge technologies and innovative thinking are driving change in the gas industry, all while keeping people safe and warm.

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