Governance & Company Secretarial Assistant (UK)

Taylor Root; Sunderland; Hybrid; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK transport provider in Sunderland is seeking a Company Secretarial Assistant to join their legal team. The role focuses on coordinating governance activities and requires strong experience in a company secretariat team, knowledge of the Companies Act, and the ability to work effectively in a complex organization. The position offers a full-time contract with a requirement to be in the office three days a week.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in a company secretariat team.
• Ability to work within a complex matrix organisation.
• Commitment to accuracy and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist with application of the Companies Act and related legislation.
• Support preparation of governance statements in annual reports.
• Maintain statutory registers and records for UK entities.

Skills

Experience in company secretariat

Understanding of Companies Act

Analytical skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Attention to detail

Proficiency in corporate governance software

Team player

Education

Professional qualification from the Chartered Governance Institute (ICSA)

Tools

Diligent Boards

Diligent Entities

Job description

A leading UK transport provider in Sunderland is seeking a Company Secretarial Assistant to join their legal team. The role focuses on coordinating governance activities and requires strong experience in a company secretariat team, knowledge of the Companies Act, and the ability to work effectively in a complex organization. The position offers a full-time contract with a requirement to be in the office three days a week.