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Assistant Company Secretary
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This is an opportunity to join a growing professional services organisation with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality support to a diverse client base. With a collaborative culture, flexible working arrangements and a genuine focus on employee development, the business offers an excellent environment for governance professionals looking to build their long-term career.
Your new role
As an Assistant Company Secretary, you will play a key role in supporting a portfolio of corporate clients, ensuring compliance with statutory and governance requirements.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Ensuring statutory filings and company records are maintained accurately and on time
- Maintaining and updating company registers
- Drafting board minutes and corporate documentation
- Acting as a point of contact for client and colleague queries
- Managing correspondence from third parties and regulatory bodies
- Supporting corporate transactions, including share-related matters
- Assisting with governance projects and company secretarial assignments
- Providing guidance and support to junior team members where required
- Building strong relationships with clients and stakeholders
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What you'll need to succeed
To be successful, you will have previous company secretarial experience and a strong understanding of corporate governance and compliance requirements.
You will ideally have:
- CGI qualification, be studying towards it, or possess equivalent company secretarial experience
- Experience maintaining statutory records and making Companies House filings
- Knowledge of share transactions and corporate governance matters
- Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- A proactive and client-focused approach
- The ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- Experience using company secretarial software such as Diligent would be advantageous
What you'll get in return
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- Salary up to £40,000
- Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
- Excellent career development and progression opportunities
- Support towards professional qualifications where applicable
- Generous holiday allowance
- Competitive pension scheme
- Private healthcare and wellbeing benefits
- A supportive and collaborative working environment
- The opportunity to work with a varied and interesting client portfolio
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now on 0161 228 7770.
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