Assistant Company Secretary

Utility Warehouse; London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Assistant Company Secretary to enhance their corporate governance and compliance efforts. This hybrid role offers a unique opportunity to engage with senior executives and contribute to the governance of a fast-growing FTSE 250 business. You will be pivotal in preparing Board materials, managing compliance filings, and supporting the development of the company's ESG framework. With a focus on teamwork and professional growth, this position is ideal for someone with a strong background in company secretariat functions and a proactive approach to challenges. Join a dynamic team and help shape the future of utilities management!

Benefits

Share Options

Hybrid working

Electric Car salary sacrifice scheme

Discounted private health insurance

Matched contribution pension scheme

Employee Assistance line

Free Virtual GP

Career development opportunities

Cashback Card

Rewards and discounts through Perkbox

Qualifications

• Experience in a company secretariat function in a listed business is essential.
• Knowledge of corporate governance requirements and best practices is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Lead on corporate governance requirements as a FTSE 250 company.
• Manage preparation of Board packs and statutory accounts filing.

Skills

Company secretariat experience

Knowledge of Listing Rules

Corporate governance knowledge

Attention to detail

Time management skills

Communication skills

Education

ICSA qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Company Description

Hi! We're UW. We’re on a mission to take the headache out of utilities by providing them all in one place. One bill for energy, broadband, mobile and insurance and a whole lot of savings!

We’re aiming to double in size as we help more people to stop wasting time and money. Big ambitions, to be delivered by people like you.

Got your attention? Read on…

We put people first. It’s all about you.

We're looking for an Assistant Company Secretary to join our group Finance and Company Secretariat function at Telecoms Plus (the registered company for Utility Warehouse). This is a fantastic opportunity to take on a broad and challenging role. You'll have high exposure and wide responsibilities, providing robust, timely and professional company secretarial and corporate governance advice and support to a fast-growth FTSE 250 business.

Here's the key experience, skills & competencies we're looking for you to bring:

• Previous experience in a company secretariat function in a listed/FTSE business
• Sound knowledge and experience of the Listing Rules, MAR and corporate governance requirements and best practice.
• Experience of preparing announcements for the London Stock Exchange and making filings to the FCA.
• Awareness of tax and compliance requirements
• Working towards or already obtained an ICSA qualification is ideal
• Attention to detail, maintaining high standards of accuracy particularly when dealing with complex, repetitive, high-volume work
• A self-starter, able to perform autonomously, with minimal supervision. A "can-do" attitude is essential at UW!
• Excellent time management skills and able to prioritise and manage a busy agenda
• Great communication skills and enjoy working with a broad range of stakeholders and colleagues to deliver great work.

This is a hybrid role with 2 days per week split across our London offices (Colindale and Farringdon).

We work together. Your team and the people you will work with…

This role will report directly to the Head of Group Finance and work closely alongside colleagues in the wider Finance function. You'll also work closely with the People team in relation to Share scheme administration and the Head of Sustainability for ESG work. You'll regularly communicate directly with the CFO and other members of the Executive team.

We deliver progress. What you’ll do and how you will make an impact.

As an Assistant Company Secretary at UW you will be responsible for:

• Taking a leading role in ensuring we deliver on our corporate governance requirements as a FTSE 250 company. This will include:
  • Preparation of monthly Board packs and other Board committee packs
  • Assisting with preparing for the company’s AGM
  • Assisting with production of the Annual Report
  • Managing the annual statutory accounts filing process and ensure deadlines are met
  • Acting as company secretary for certain of the Group’s subsidiaries
  • Assisting with the renewal of the Company’s Directors & Officers insurance
  • Providing support to internal stakeholders developing the Company’s ESG framework
  • Assisting with compliance with key corporate governance requirements
  • Maintenance of the register of directors’ interests
• Managing the administration of the Company’s share option schemes.
• Maintenance of company registers and records, liaising with the Company’s registrar and outsourced cosec administrator
• Completing share capital returns to Companies House
• Preparing other ad-hoc compliance filings at Companies House
• Playing a key role in our ongoing corporate compliance projects and providing training.

So why pick UW?

We’ve got big ambitions so there are going to be plenty of challenges. There are also a lot of benefits:

• An industry benchmarked salary. We’ll share it during your first conversation.
• Share Options and a Save as You Earn scheme.
• Hybrid working, with 2 days in the office. (We’re definitely open to discussing flexible working arrangements)
• Electric Car salary sacrifice scheme through Tusker
• Discount on our services and you get our coveted Cashback Card for free. You’ll also get access to 100s of rewards and discounts through Perkbox
• A matched contribution pension scheme and life assurance up to 4x your salary. You can also access free mortgage advice and a financial wellbeing tool.
• Family-friendly policies, designed to help you and your family thrive.
• Discounted private health insurance, access to an Employee Assistance line and a free Virtual GP. Our wellbeing app Unmind supports your mental health.
• Belonging groups that help UW shape an even more inclusive future.
• A commitment to helping you develop your career journey through learning, coaching and new experiences.

Apply here!

You’ve got this far… Hit apply - we can’t wait to hear from you! Worried you don’t hit all the criteria? We welcome applications from diverse and varied backgrounds so get your application in and let’s chat!

Claire Fennell will be your point of contact throughout the recruitment process.

Additional Information

Not sure you meet all the requirements? Let us decide! Research shows that women and members of other underrepresented groups tend not to apply for jobs if they think they may not meet every qualification, when in fact they often do.

We provide equal opportunities, a diverse and inclusive work environment, and fairness for everyone. You are welcome to apply no matter your age, disability, gender, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity status, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. Please don’t be afraid to ask about what we can do to support your needs. All requests will be carefully and fairly considered.

Please note, if you are successful and offered a role at UW, you will be subject to a background check. Where checks are unsatisfactory or incomplete and/or a failure to reveal information relating to convictions that you are required to identify as part of the background checks, could lead to withdrawal of an offer of employment.