Corporate Secretariat Services Manager - UK

Overview

Manages the provision of technical support for service delivery to UK and other jurisdictional companies and Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) structures, primarily in capital markets/structures finance transactions, and client relationship management. Manages all aspects of Company Secretariat and Corporate Governance service delivery, inclusive of the provision of Director services and confidently attending and participating in Board level meetings. Manages and participates in drafting Board minutes and providing regulatory updates and training to clients and the team. May work on and manage special projects as needs arise.

Primary Responsibilities

• Manage document review and transaction management for all corporate services transactions in the UK, including transaction onboarding and ongoing amendments to capital markets transactions.
• Oversight of the Directors on SPVs and provide technical input on the client accounting function.
• Maintain current technical knowledge of listed debt corporates and general company, partnership, and other company type requirements and regulatory requirements for structured finance vehicles, including the Companies Act 2006, Market Abuse Regulations, The Listing Rules and Continuing Obligations, the Disclosure & Transparency Regulations, and Alternative Investment Market (AIM) rules.
• Remain current with changing industry standards, inform assigned team, and provide training.
• Oversee the drafting of board papers, assembly of board packs, and ensure distribution to client boards.
• Provide review and comment on corporate documentation as required by the client and in conjunction with other advisors.
• Assist with drafting and review of annual reports in conjunction with SPV accountants and advisors.
• Draft other company materials including announcements and statutory filings, as appropriate.
• Review client structures, complete review processes for client entities, remain aware of risk exposure and fulfilment of responsibilities.
• Review legal and tax advice where appropriate, interpret and implement relevant advice as required.
• Maintain accurate and current records of client entities, ensuring compliance with statutory obligations and monitoring constitutional, regulatory, and listing requirements.
• Manage various aspects of service offering, including developing client relationships, staying current with best practice, disseminating information to assigned team, undertaking office administration, billing and project work, and correspondence.
• Work with external regulators, lawyers, auditors, and other advisors as appropriate.
• Manage own billing and cash collection/debtors' process, maintaining awareness of recoverability and minimizing write offs.
• Maintain awareness of obligations for reporting unusual transactions and adhere to procedures relating to regulatory requirements and Anti Money Laundering (AML) legislation.
• Exercise manager authority concerning staffing, performance appraisals, promotions, salary recommendations, performance management, and terminations.
• Understand and adhere to the Company's risk and regulatory standards, policies, and controls in accordance with the Company's Risk Appetite.
• Design, implement, maintain and enhance internal controls to mitigate risk on an ongoing basis.
• Identify risk related issues needing escalation to management.
• Promote an environment that supports belonging and reflects the M&T Bank brand.
• Maintain M&T internal control standards, including timely implementation of internal and external audit points and any issues raised by external regulators as applicable.
• Complete other related duties as assigned.

Supervisor / Managerial Responsibilities

No. of staff: 2

Education and Experience Required

• Minimum of 7 years' higher education and/or work experience, including a minimum of 5 years' experience in Corporate Services and Structured Finance.
• Minimum of 2 years proven supervisory and/or work leadership experience in a professional services team.
• Adherence to Continuing Professional Development (CPD) requirements for a fully qualified chartercompany secretary.
• Advanced working knowledge of pertinent business specific software.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Education and Experience Preferred

• Bachelor's Degree.
• Previous experience in finance/capital markets.
• ICSA (Chartered Governance Institute UK and Ireland) Qualification.

Location

London, United Kingdom

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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