Assistant Company Secretary - Hybrid & Governance

Howden; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A global insurance group in the UK is seeking a Company Secretarial professional to provide governance services, manage compliance tasks, and support board-related activities. The ideal candidate should possess substantial experience in a company secretarial role, particularly in the insurance industry, and exhibit strong written communication and organizational skills. Applicants with the ACIS qualification and legal background will be preferred. This full-time role allows for flexibility and is committed to fostering a positive work environment.

Benefits

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Flexible working hours

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• 10+ years in a company secretarial role.
• 5+ years in the insurance industry, routinely minuting board meetings.
• Experience in UK/US listed plc ideal but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide governance services to Group-level committees.
• Day-to-day management of compliance and statutory registers.
• Planning of the annual board meeting calendar.

Skills

Strong written English and minuting skills

Able to work with people of all levels of seniority

Keen interest in AI / technology solutions

Accuracy / attention to detail

Good communication and presentational skills

Organisational / time management skills

Ability to deal with multiple tasks

Education

ACIS essential

Legal qualifications and experience

Tools

Monday.com

Job description

A global insurance group in the UK is seeking a Company Secretarial professional to provide governance services, manage compliance tasks, and support board-related activities. The ideal candidate should possess substantial experience in a company secretarial role, particularly in the insurance industry, and exhibit strong written communication and organizational skills. Applicants with the ACIS qualification and legal background will be preferred. This full-time role allows for flexibility and is committed to fostering a positive work environment.