Asset Management - Investment Trusts Senior Company Secretary - Vice President - London

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Position summary

We are seeking a highly experienced professional with a proven track record of excellence in company secretarial roles.

In this role, you will report to the Head of Secretariat.

Job Responsibilities

• Fulfilling the legal duties of a company secretary for a portfolio of Investment Trusts.
• Providing comprehensive legal and governance support and guidance to the board of directors.
• Assisting in the implementation of corporate strategies by ensuring that the board's decisions and instructions are properly carried out and communicated effectively.
• Ensuring compliance with all relevant statutory and regulatory requirements.
• Communicating with shareholders as appropriate.
• Acting as the appointed representative of JPMorgan concerning duties outlined in the investment management agreement.
• Coaching and training junior team members, fostering their professional development and enhancing their skills in company secretarial practices.
• Managing projects related to Annual and Half-Year Reports for internal and external stakeholders.

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Client focus: A client-centric mindset with a commitment to integrity, fairness, and responsibility.
• Experience: Senior experience in a Company Secretarial role, preferably within asset management.
• Technical knowledge: Sound company secretarial knowledge including minute-taking, liaising with directors at a high level, and familiarity with MAR, Companies Act, and UK Listing Rules.
• Relationship management: Ability to develop partnerships with key business units including financial reporting, product development, operations, investment desks, compliance, risk, tax, and legal counsel.
• Project management: Proven experience managing multiple projects within a large, complex, cross-functional environment.
• Communication skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex ideas clearly. Self-motivated and a strong team player with ownership and continuous improvement mindset.
• Document management: Attention to detail and organizational skills to manage large agendas efficiently.
• Qualifications: Fully Qualified Chartered Secretary with Associate or Fellow Membership of the Chartered Governance Institute UK.

About us

J.P. Morgan is a global leader in financial services, offering strategic advice and products to corporations, governments, wealthy individuals, and institutional investors. Our approach emphasizes first-class service and building trusted, long-term partnerships to help clients achieve their objectives.

We value diversity and inclusion, providing equal opportunities and reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees, regardless of protected attributes.

About the team

J.P. Morgan Asset & Wealth Management delivers leading investment management and private banking solutions. Our Asset Management division offers strategies across all asset classes through a global network of professionals. Wealth Management assists individuals and families in managing and realizing their financial goals.