Company Secretary Assistant

Company Secretary Assistant - London

Are you looking for a role where you can step into the PLC boardroom from day one? This is a rare opportunity for a part-qualified governance professional to gain first-hand exposure to how boards operate across a wide range of markets.

You'll be joining a tight-knit team where you'll get immediate access to senior leaders, exceptional training and a clear pathway to eventually taking the lead on your own portfolio of listed clients. As you grow, the scope of your responsibilities will grow with you!

Perks

• Early exposure to PLC boardrooms and listed-company governance
• Clear progression pathway to leading your own client portfolio post-qualification
• Hands-on learning from experienced governance professionals
• Opportunity to support a broad range of listed clients across multiple sectors
• Collaborative, supportive team culture
• Central London office with strong learning and development

The Role

As a key member of the team, you will support UK-listed clients across a full spectrum of governance responsibilities, including:

• Preparing board meeting agendas and digital board packs
• Attending board meetings and drafting minutes
• Drafting AGM Notices and related shareholder documentation
• Reviewing annual report disclosures against corporate governance codes
• Maintaining digital statutory books and records
• Filing statutory and regulatory notifications with relevant authorities
• Managing Market Abuse Regulation (MAR) records
• Supporting transactions such as IPOs and other corporate events
• Conducting technical research on legal, regulatory and governance matters

This role offers exceptional hands-on experience, strong support and a learning curve that's second to none.

About You

You'll thrive in this role if you are eager to learn, proactive and comfortable working in a professional, fast-paced environment.

We're looking for someone with:

• At least 18 months' experience in a governance role
• Active progress toward the CGI qualification
• Minimum 2:1 degree in law, finance, history, English, or a related discipline
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft 365, especially Word formatting
• Working knowledge of the Companies Act 2006
• Experience in a professional office environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Exceptional organisational skills
• A curious, proactive approach to problem-solving
• A collaborative, flexible attitude
• A willingness to grow, share and learn from mistakes
• The ability to earn trust quickly with both clients and colleagues

If you are interested, don't delay, apply today- this could be the perfect role for you!

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