Cosec Graduate Trainee

Oury Clark; Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hands-on client exposure

Collaborative team

Career development in corporate governance & commercial law

Job summary

Oury Clark in Greater London is seeking a motivated Graduate Trainee to join their Company Secretarial function. This opportunity offers hands-on exposure to corporate governance and commercial law while assisting with company records, compliance, and client engagements.

The ideal candidate will hold a law degree (LLB or equivalent) and possess strong communication and organisational skills. You will collaborate within a dynamic team to deliver comprehensive legal services to diverse clients.

Qualifications

• Strong academic record.
• Interest in company law and corporate governance.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Assist in maintaining statutory registers and company records.
• Support the preparation and filing of documents at Companies House.
• Prepare board minutes, resolutions, and governance documentation.

Skills

Strong attention to detail

Organisation

Written communication

Verbal communication

Analytical thinking

Commercial awareness

Education

Law degree (LLB or equivalent)

Job description

Focus | Company Secretarial support, corporate governance, Companies House filings, board minutes, client & internal liaison

Skills | Strong attention to detail, organisation, written & verbal communication, analytical thinking, commercial awareness

Requirements | Law degree (LLB or equivalent), strong academics, interest in company law & governance, ability to manage deadlines

Benefits | Hands‑on client exposure, collaborative team, career development in corporate governance & commercial law

We are a boutique, multi-disciplinary professional services firm based in London, providing integrated legal, corporate governance, and advisory services to a diverse client base ranging from high-growth startups to established international businesses.

Our collaborative model brings together Company Secretarial, Corporate Law, Tax, and Advisory teams to deliver practical, commercially focused solutions.

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Law graduate to join our team as a Graduate Trainee within the Company Secretarial function, with exposure to our wider Commercial Law practice.

This is an excellent opportunity for a candidate looking to build a career at the intersection of corporate governance and commercial legal advisory. The successful candidate will gain hands‑on experience supporting a portfolio of clients while developing technical knowledge across company law, compliance, and transactional matters.

Company Secretarial Support

• Assist in maintaining statutory registers and company records
• Support the preparation and filing of documents at Companies House
• Assist with company incorporations, restructurings, and dissolutions
• Prepare board minutes, resolutions, and governance documentation
• Monitor compliance deadlines and support corporate governance processes
• Liaise with clients and internal teams to gather information
• Support senior team members on client engagements and projects
• Maintain accurate internal records and documentation
• Assist with ad hoc projects across the wider firm

Skills & Experience

• Law Degree (LLB (England and Wales) or equivalent)
• Strong academic record
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High attention to detail and organisational ability
• Interest in company law, corporate governance, and commercial law
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Prior internship or work experience in a legal or professional services environment
• Basic understanding of UK company law and Companies House processes
• Interest in pursuing a relevant professional qualification
• Proactive and willing to learn
• Professional and client-focused
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Able to work both independently and as part of a team
• Commercially aware with a practical mindset