Senior Assistant Company Secretary

Vodafone Group; London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Vodafone Group seeks a Corporate Governance Manager to join their team in London. This role involves overseeing governance activities, advising on regulatory changes, and supporting corporate projects. The ideal candidate will be an ACIS qualified professional with substantial experience and a strong knowledge base in corporate governance.

Qualifications

• Qualified ACIS professional with relevant experience in corporate secretariat.
• Strong knowledge of UK Companies Act, Corporate Governance Code, and UK Listing Rules.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and advise senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead corporate governance activities and manage compliance processes.
• Provide expert advice on regulatory developments.
• Support corporate projects including acquisitions and restructurings.

Skills

Corporate Governance Knowledge

Attention to Detail

Communication

Organizational Skills

Proactivity

Education

ACIS qualification

Four years of post-qualification experience

Tools

Blueprint OneWorld

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Join Us

At Vodafone, we’re driven by our purpose—to connect for a better future. Our Corporate Secretariat team plays a vital role in ensuring the highest standards of governance and compliance, supporting Vodafone Group Plc and its subsidiaries. If you’re looking for a fast-paced role where you can make an impact, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

What you’ll do

• Lead key corporate governance activities, including maintaining insider lists, drafting stock exchange announcements, and managing the dividend payment process.
• Provide expert advice on corporate governance developments, ensuring Vodafone remains ahead of regulatory changes.
• Manage and enhance internal processes and checklists, ensuring streamlined governance and compliance activities.
• Oversee share capital administration, including share plan transactions and director interest records.
• Support corporate projects, including acquisitions, disposals, restructurings, and strategic initiatives.

Who you are

• A qualified ACIS professional with at least four years of post-qualification experience in a corporate secretariat function, ideally with a listed company.
• Strong technical knowledge of the UK Companies Act, Corporate Governance Code, and UK Listing Rules.
• Excellent communicator with strong attention to detail and the ability to advise senior stakeholders.
• Highly organised, proactive, and able to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Confident with technology, including Blueprint OneWorld, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Not a perfect fit?

Worried that you don’t meet all the desired criteria exactly? At Vodafone we are passionate about empowering people and creating a workplace where everyone can thrive, whatever their personal or professional background. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align exactly with every part of the job description, we encourage you to still apply as you may be the right candidate for this role or another opportunity.

What's in it for you Who we are

We are a leading international Telco, serving millions of customers. At Vodafone, we believe that connectivity is a force for good. If we use it for the things that really matter, it can improve people's lives and the world around us. Through our technology we empower people, connecting everyone regardless of who they are or where they live and we protect the planet, whilst helping our customers do the same.

Belonging at Vodafone isn't a concept; it's lived, breathed, and cultivated through everything we do. You'll be part of a global and diverse community, with many different minds, abilities, backgrounds and cultures. ;We're committed to increase diversity, ensure equal representation, and make Vodafone a place everyone feels safe, valued and included.

If you require any reasonable adjustments or have an accessibility request as part of your recruitment journey, for example, extended time or breaks in between online assessments, please refer to https://careers.vodafone.com/application-adjustments/ for guidance.

Together we can.