Legal, Assistant Company Secretary, Associate, Birmingham

Goldman Sachs; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm in Birmingham seeks an Assistant Company Secretary to manage corporate administration and governance support across EMEA. Candidates should have 2-4 years of relevant experience, knowledge of corporate governance principles, and be a qualified Governance Professional. This role offers a dynamic work environment and opportunities for growth within a global firm.

Benefits

Comprehensive training

Wellness programs

Support for candidates with disabilities

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience in a company secretarial role.
• Experience in a global financial or professional services environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide company secretarial services and documentation.
• Coordinate with divisions to ensure effective governance.
• Support corporate transactions and maintain records.
• Respond to management information requests.

Skills

Qualified Chartered Secretary/Governance Professional

Knowledge of Companies Act 2006

Strong technical, financial, and analytical skills

Experience with board software

Education

GradCG qualification

Job description

Legal, Assistant Company Secretary, Associate, Birmingham, Birmingham

Client:

Goldman Sachs

Location:

Birmingham, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

35ae15b934fc

Job Views:

13

Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

Job Description:

OUR IMPACT

The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. is a leading global financial services firm providing investment banking, securities, and investment management services to a diversified client base including corporations, financial institutions, governments, and high-net-worth individuals. Headquartered in New York, it has offices worldwide including London, Frankfurt, Tokyo, and Hong Kong.

The legal division supports activities across the firm by handling litigation, arbitration, research, due diligence, legal filings, contracts, and intellectual property rights, demonstrating our commitment to clients, shareholders, and regulators. We seek individuals interested in financial law with strong critical thinking skills.

YOUR IMPACT

This role is for a Company Secretary within the Goldman Sachs (GS) EMEA Corporate Governance Team, based in Birmingham. The team manages the corporate administration of GS entities across EMEA, including UK and overseas entities. You will provide governance support, interact with stakeholders, and help expand the Birmingham team, which moved to a new workplace in September 2024.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Providing company secretarial services, including documentation, attending, and minuting board/committee meetings.
2. Coordinating with divisions like Risk, Compliance, and Legal to ensure effective governance.
3. Supporting corporate transactions such as director changes, account approvals, and entity establishment or closure.
4. Maintaining accurate records, processing filings with Companies House, and managing the PSC register.
5. Validating and updating entity and director information regularly.
6. Responding to management information requests, KYC inquiries, and regulatory reports.
7. Communicating with senior members and external partners, including counsel and notaries.
8. Improving team efficiency through process and system enhancements.

SKILLS / EXPERIENCE

1. Qualified or Part Qualified Chartered Secretary/Governance Professional (GradCG) with 2-4 years of experience.
2. Experience in a global financial or professional services company secretarial role preferred.
3. Knowledge of Companies Act 2006 and corporate governance principles.
4. Experience preparing for and minuting board and committee meetings.
5. Practical experience with board software and management systems.

COMPETENCIES

1. Up-to-date with market and economic trends.
2. Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
3. Strong technical, financial, and analytical skills.
4. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

At Goldman Sachs, we are committed to diversity, inclusion, and providing growth opportunities. We offer comprehensive training, benefits, wellness programs, and support for candidates with disabilities.