Statutory Governance Associate

DS Smith; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading packaging company is seeking a Statutory Governance Associate in Manchester. This hybrid role involves managing statutory compliance, liaising with senior management on governance matters, and using governance databases. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and a passion for corporate governance.

Qualifications

• Experience in governance or company secretarial roles.
• Passionate about governance and compliance.
• Proven ability to manage multiple deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for filing statutory changes and subsidiary management.
• Liaise with stakeholders and lawyers globally for compliance.
• Advise directors on corporate governance matters.

Skills

Communication

Project Management

Education

Chartered Governance Institute qualification

Tools

Diligent

Job description

About the role

We have a fabulous new opportunity for a proactive and engaging individual to join as a Statutory Governance Associate for Total Marketing Support (TMS), a unique and growing division of DS Smith Group, a renowned packaging and display manufacturing company.

Working closely with Group Company Secretary & Finance teams, the Statutory Governance Associate would be responsible for the filing of statutory changes, subsidiary management and providing a wide range of company secretarial services including strategic corporate Governance support to the business. This involves proactively liaising with various stakeholders and lawyers globally.

This role is crucial to the business to ensure we are adhering to the global compliance requirements and maintaining our Co Sec database with accurate information.

The Statutory Governance Associate will work closely with the Statutory Governance Manager to advise directors and shareholders on corporate Governance matters, whilst implementing processes or systems to help ensure good management of the organisation and compliance with the legislation. Strong communication, Board support, and project management skills are critical, whilst being able to present information in a clear and accessible manner to the audience.

So, if you are an experienced Company Secretary/Governance Professional, passionate with Governance, with experience in Global Entity Management and looking for an opportunity to make a real impact? Then we might be looking for you!

About you

• Demonstrable experience within a Governance or company secretarial role dealing with subsidiaries.
• The Chartered Governance Institute (previously ICSA) qualification or studying towards the qualification is preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills at all levels.
• Proven ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Experience with Diligent or other similar Co Sec database preferred, although training can be provided.

Location: This is a full time, hybrid role with 2 days on site (one of which is Tuesday) at our offices in Manchester.

About us

We’re DS Smith, the company who are redefining packaging for a changing world. We believe a better, more sustainable tomorrow is possible with the right people, who challenge and support one another to enact positive change. Today, we operate in more than 90 different countries, proudly employing over 30,000 people, and supporting customers across sectors like FMCG, industrial, and e-commerce. We deliver on quality, service, innovation, and added value to deliver market-leading sustainable packaging solutions our customers need. Our industry needs to transform, and we’re building the team to drive change across Europe and North America.

To fulfil our purpose of redefining packaging for a changing world, we aim to build a diverse, motivated, and engaged workforce. Our goal is to create a culture of inclusion where everyone is treated fairly, differences are valued, and everyone has an equal opportunity to succeed.

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