Corporate Secretary & Governance Manager

ICG; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent global investment firm in London seeks a Company Secretary Manager to support governance and compliance as the firm grows. The ideal candidate will engage with various stakeholders to manage co-secretarial tasks and uphold legal standards across jurisdictions. This role is critical for ensuring that governance meets evolving business needs. A background in legal or CoSec functions and familiarity with UK regulations is essential.

Benefits

Wellbeing support

Inclusive workplace environment

Long-term sustainability initiatives

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in company secretarial tasks.
• Ability to work effectively across jurisdictions.
• Strong organisational skills and proactive mindset.

Responsibilities

• Support various CoSec tasks including director appointments.
• Draft minutes and ensure regulatory submissions.
• Assist with AGM preparations and Stock Exchange Announcements.

Skills

Familiarity with the UK Listing Rules

Legal or CoSec qualification

Experience with GEMS or similar systems

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Currently studying towards CoSec qualifications

Tools

GEMS

Job description

Job Title: Company Secretary Manager

Contract Type: 6-month, fixed‑term contract (with the possibility of becoming permanent)

Location: London, St Paul's

Work Pattern: 3 days in the office, 2 days working from home

Department: Group Legal

Summary of our opportunity

This is an exciting opportunity to join ICG at a pivotal point in its journey - the Group has grown very quickly and this role will be critical to ensuring that the governance platform is ready for the next stage of growth. ICG is searching for an energetic team player to take on the role of Company Secretary Manager. Reporting to the Head of Secretariat, you will provide support on company secretarial and corporate governance matters across the ICG Group, including ICG plc and ICG Enterprise Trust plc. The role will sit within the growing in‑house Group Legal team and will be based in ICG's London head office.

Primary responsibilities for this role include (but are not limited to):

• Supporting with various CoSec tasks and projects, including director appointments, intra‑group transactions such as dividend payments and restructuring, and acting as a general point of contact for miscellaneous CoSec questions
• Drafting minutes, resolutions and ensuring the timely filing of regulatory submissions
• Assist with the preparation and release of Stock Exchange Announcements and FCA PDMR dealing notifications
• Manage the administration of the ICG Enterprise Trust plc buyback programme
• Oversight of the legal entity management system (GEMS), ensuring the accurate maintenance of Group entity records (including structure charts) and responding to Group KYC requests
• Liaising with other ICG teams and external advisors (auditors, external counsel, registrar and corporate services providers)
• Drafting sections of the ICG plc and ICG Enterprise Trust plc annual reports and assisting with AGM preparations
• Coordinate UK subsidiary board meetings, including the preparation and circulation of meeting papers and minutes
• Maintain CoSec process notes, monitor for changes in legislation and best practice, conduct research on peer companies and advise on implications for the Group

Key Requirements / Qualifications

You will have demonstrable experience of:

• Familiarity with the UK Listing Rules and UK Corporate Governance Code
• Legal or CoSec qualification (or currently studying towards one)
• Experience with GEMS or similar entity management systems
• Experience of an international group and working closely with colleagues and external stakeholders in different jurisdictions
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively across jurisdictions and with senior stakeholders
• Strong attention to detail, organisational skills, and a proactive, solutions‑focused mindset

Our Global Benefits Framework is centred around these 3 key attributes:

• Wellbeing - Supporting your mental, physical and financial wellbeing as well as your lifestyle needs.
• Inclusivity - Fit for purpose and competitive, no matter who or where you are.
• Longevity - Long Term and sustainable in design.

Inclusion is one of ICG's key values and we are committed to creating an equitable and inclusive workplace for everyone. By welcoming different perspectives, we strengthen ICG's performance, enrich decision‑making and contribute to better outcomes for our clients, colleagues, and the markets we serve. Accordingly, our recruitment processes provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees, regardless of age, ethnicity, disability, sex, gender, sexual orientation, religion, or any other characteristic protected by local law.

We are equally committed to delivering an inclusive and accessible candidate experience. If you require information in an alternative format, additional time for assessments, an adjusted interview schedule, or any other support during the recruitment process, please let us know.