Corporate Governance Assistant Manager

8-i; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A professional services firm in Canterbury is seeking a Corporate Governance Assistant Manager to oversee company secretarial services and mentor junior members of the team. The ideal candidate will have CGI qualification or equivalent, strong corporate governance knowledge, and excellent communication skills. Competitive salary and ongoing training are offered. Applicants must be authorized to work in the UK.

Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience

Ongoing training and professional development

Supportive and collaborative team culture

Qualifications

• Be CGI qualified (or equivalent) with previous relevant experience.
• Possess strong corporate administration and compliance knowledge.
• Demonstrate excellent communication, organisation, and multitasking skills.

Responsibilities

• Arrange formation of companies and LLPs.
• Assist with company reorganisations and structural changes.
• Maintain accurate statutory records.

Skills

Corporate governance knowledge

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving ability

Stakeholder management

Education

CGI qualification or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Diligent Entities

Job description

Corporate Governance Assistant Manager

Canterbury, CT1

Full time, Monday – Friday (9am – 5:30pm)

Competitive salary

Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK

The Role

This is not an administrative position – it is a highly professional opportunity suited to an individual with solid experience in corporate law, governance, or compliance who is ready to take the next step in their career.

Key Responsibilities

• Arrange formation of companies and LLPs
• Assist with company reorganisations and structural changes
• Maintain accurate statutory records
• Prepare and submit Confirmation Statements and filings to Companies House
• Draft minutes, resolutions, and correspondence
• Conduct Companies House searches
• Manage day‑to‑day company secretarial services, including officer changes, registered address updates and accounting reference date amendments
• Support and mentor junior team members, ensuring high standards and regulatory compliance

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Supportive and collaborative team culture
• Opportunities to take on leadership and mentoring responsibilities

The Ideal Candidate

About

You'll be a motivated and detail‑driven professional, eager to take on responsibility and contribute to the success of a thriving governance department. About you:

• Be CGI qualified (or equivalent) with previous relevant experience
• Possess strong corporate administration and compliance knowledge
• Have good working knowledge of MS Office and preferably Diligent Entities
• Demonstrate excellent communication, organisation, and multitasking skills
• Be confident working with senior stakeholders and managing multiple priorities
• Show initiative and problem‑solving ability
• Work with flexibility, discretion, and a professional approach

How To Apply For The Role

If you have the skills and experience required for this position, click “apply” today and check your inbox for an email providing more information on how to complete your application and provide any other supporting documents.

You must be authorised to work in the UK. No agencies please.

Other suitable skills and experience include Company Secretary, Assistant Company Secretary, Corporate Governance Officer, Compliance Manager, Legal Executive, Corporate Law Associate, Governance Analyst, Secretariat Advisor, Company Formation Specialist, Corporate Compliance Officer