Governance & Company Secretarial Assistant

Taylor Root; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Employee Assistance Programme

Free regional transport for employee and immediate family

Job summary

An established organisation in the passenger transport sector is seeking a highly organised individual to join as Company Secretarial Assistant. This role supports legal and governance functions, ensuring compliance with corporate obligations and contributing to the governance framework. Responsibilities include coordinating board support and maintaining statutory records. The ideal candidate has experience in a company secretariat and strong analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in a company secretariat team.
• Advocate of good governance and best practices.
• Collaborative and proactive approach.

Responsibilities

• Support compliance with the Companies Act.
• Assist in preparing governance content for annual reports.
• Coordinate board support, compile and distribute board packs.

Skills

Knowledge of the Companies Act

Analytical skills

Written communication skills

Attention to detail

Strong verbal communication skills

Relationship building

Education

Chartered Governance Institute (ICSA) qualification

Tools

Governance platforms (e.g. Diligent Boards)

Job description

An established organisation in the passenger transport sector is seeking a highly organised individual to join as Company Secretarial Assistant. This role supports legal and governance functions, ensuring compliance with corporate obligations and contributing to the governance framework. Responsibilities include coordinating board support and maintaining statutory records. The ideal candidate has experience in a company secretariat and strong analytical skills.