Company Secretarial Manager

AJ Chambers ®; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An ambitious advisory firm is seeking a Company Secretarial Manager to provide expert guidance to high net worth clients across diverse industries. In this pivotal role, you will manage a portfolio of clients, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements while collaborating with various departments. Your expertise in company secretarial practice will be crucial as you oversee complex corporate actions and maintain accurate statutory registers. This is a fantastic opportunity to thrive in a dynamic environment, build relationships with key stakeholders, and contribute to the growth of the department. If you are passionate about delivering exceptional client service and have a strong background in company secretarial work, this role is for you.

Qualifications

• Strong technical expertise in company secretarial practice and compliance.
• Experience in drafting articles, capital reductions, and corporate procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide advice on company secretarial matters and manage a client portfolio.
• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements for UK companies.

Skills

Company Secretarial Practice

Compliance Knowledge

Client Onboarding

Networking

Education

ICSA Fellow or equivalent

Tools

Diligent

CCH

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Company Secretarial Manager to join an ambitious and thriving advisory firm whose client base is high net worth individuals and professional partnerships spanning over 20 industries.

The role of Company Secretarial Senior Manager will report to the partners, delivering services to a growing portfolio of UK entities and will contribute to the department's development and success.

Main duties will include, but are not limited to:

1. Providing advice to clients, colleagues, and Partners on company secretarial matters, acting as a point of contact for technical queries.
2. Managing a portfolio of clients and contributing to the smooth operation of the company secretarial department.
3. Overseeing the maintenance of statutory registers for clients' companies and LLPs, ensuring data accuracy and compliance with best practices.
4. Collaborating with the tax department on SEIS and EIS applications.
5. Managing both complex corporate actions and basic form filings, including but not limited to:
1. Capital reductions via solvency statements
2. Share capital reorganisations (e.g., allotments, subdivisions, consolidations, share buybacks, redenomination, and the creation of new share classes)
3. Preparation of Capitalisation (CAP) tables to assist with complex restructures, the provision of options and share-based incentives, and to support external equity investments.
4. Share transfers and arranging Stamp Duty payments where required
5. Voluntary striking off private companies and LLPs
6. Assisting with amendments to articles of association and ensuring timely submission of filings to Companies House
7. Preparing dividend paperwork and basic forms (e.g., changes to company name, registered office, officer or shareholder details)
6. Ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements in the registration and annual statements of UK establishments of overseas companies.
7. Collaborating with the Business Support Team/Manager on client onboarding processes and working closely with them on annual KYC reviews. Provide guidance where necessary, though onboarding remains under their responsibility.
8. Building and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders, including regulatory bodies, legal counsel, and senior client representatives.
9. Upselling and cross-selling the department's services - both existing and new.
10. Being client/outward-facing and networking accordingly.

The successful candidate will be:

1. ICSA Fellow or equivalent senior-level qualification.
2. Strong technical expertise in company secretarial practice, with practical experience in drafting articles, capital reductions, share buybacks, and other corporate procedures.
3. Experience in a similar role within a company secretariat department or professional services firm.
4. Good understanding of company secretarial administration and the Companies Act 2006.
5. Excellent compliance knowledge around Client onboarding, AML, and KYC matters.
6. Proficient in Diligent, CCH, and other company secretarial software packages.

The role will offer a competitive salary and benefits package with flexible working. Part-time would be considered.

For further information please contact Ella Britton.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Accounting/Auditing

Industries

Accounting