Company Secretary

Executive Network Legal Limited; England; Hybrid; GBP 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working arrangements

Job summary

eNL is seeking an experienced Company Secretary in Oxfordshire to join a respected national law firm. You will provide specialist governance support across a diverse client portfolio, managing filings, drafting minutes, and assisting with complex transactions. A strong governance background and ICSA/CGI qualification are essential.

The role offers hybrid working arrangements with a competitive salary and career development opportunities within a growing team.

Qualifications

• Experience in governance roles within corporate or professional services environments.
• Strong understanding of Companies House procedures and governance frameworks.
• Proficient IT skills with MS Office; familiarity with governance software is a plus.
• Interest in evolving use of AI within the legal profession.

Responsibilities

• Manage Companies House filings and company incorporations.
• Draft board minutes and governance documentation.
• Provide company secretarial support on complex corporate transactions.
• Develop and mentor junior team members.

Skills

Governance experience

Companies House knowledge

IT skills

Legal practice background

Education

ICSA/CGI qualification

Job description

Company Secretary, Oxfordshire – Are you an experienced Company Secretary looking to take the next step in your career within a respected Legal 500 law firm? This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly regarded national practice, playing a key role within an established team and contributing to the delivery of high-quality company secretarial services.

JOB REF: 215306038

JOB TITLE: Company Secretary

LOCATION: Oxfordshire

SALARY: Up to circa £65k DOE

THE ROLE:

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Company Secretary to join a leading national law firm, providing specialist governance support to an impressive and diverse client portfolio. This is an exciting opportunity to further develop your career within an established team, undertaking a varied and rewarding role supporting organisations ranging from family investment businesses and government bodies to universities and multinational corporations. Your responsibilities will include managing Companies House filings and company incorporations, drafting board minutes, providing company secretarial support on complex corporate transactions, and assisting with the development of junior team members.

THE CANDIDATE:

Applications are invited from experienced governance professionals who hold the ICSA/CGI qualification and can demonstrate a strong track record in a Company Secretary role. You will ideally have gained relevant company secretarial experience within a corporate professional services environment, financial institution, or legal practice. The successful candidate will possess an excellent understanding of Companies House procedures and governance frameworks, alongside strong IT skills, and an interest in the evolving use of AI within the legal profession.

THE FIRM:

An award-winning law firm with an excellent reputation for delivering specialist legal services to a diverse portfolio of commercial and private clients. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing team, with a competitive salary, attractive benefits package and hybrid working arrangements on offer.

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