Retail Energy Code Company
Committee Secretary
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Committee Secretary
Governance Assistant
Salary: £32,000 Hours: Full-time | Contract Type: Permanent Location: UK-based remote role with quarterly travel (London) for committee meetings, plus occasional team events
Who Are RECCo?
RECCo is an independent, non-profit organisation responsible for the Retail Energy Code, a critical component of how the GB retail energy market is regulated.
Our mission goes beyond implementing rules—we proactively shape change to ensure:
- Secure digital services for efficient operations
- Clear governance frameworks
- Practical solutions that:
- Protect consumers
- Foster innovation
- Accelerate transition toward net zero
About the Role
This core governance role sits at the heart of RECCo’s operations, providing essential support to multiple REC Committees. You’ll ensure smooth, professional, and process-driven governance by:
- Coordinating remote and in-person meeting cycles with precision
- Facilitating high-quality outputs and effective decision-making
- Managing complex schedules and governance frameworks
- Building trusted relationships with committee chairs, members, and internal/external stakeholders
- Acting as the central point of coordination for all governance activities
Your impact:
"This role creates the structure, consistency, and accountability that enable committees to function effectively—a vital foundation for ethical governance and stakeholder trust."
Key Responsibilities
- Committee Administration
- Oversee end-to-end logistics, from scheduling to post-meeting follow-ups
- Coordinate remote meetings using digital tools (e.g., collaboration platforms, document-sharing systems)
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Document Management
- Central storage, distribution, and formatting of meeting materials
- Ensure Messenger template/committee paper standards align with organisational guidelines
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Stakeholder Support
- Primary contact for committee members, presenters, and third-party contributors
- Facilitate inquiries in a timely, professional, and confidential manner
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Recording & Minutes
- Compile accurate minutes, action logs, and decision records with clarity and agility
- Circulate outputs promptly and track progress on assigned actions
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Governance & Accountability
- Maintain bias-free registers of decisions, changes, and identified risks
- Attend to colστοod oversight by supporting planning across quarterly/annual cycles
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Collaboration
- Partner with complimentary teams (e.g., marketing, digital, finance) for seamless delivery
- Engage with external providers (freelancers, agencies) to ensure governance consistency
Requirements & Skills
- 3+ years’ experience in senior administrative roles (preferably at a policy, governance, or energy-regulatory level)
- Demonstrated ability to:
- Prepare precise minutes for high-level committees
- Monitor action tracking systems with diligence
- Proven capacity to multitask under pressure, balancing competing deadlines
- Eye for detail: Absolute commitment to accuracy in drafting, formatting, and logistical coordination
- Stakeholder management skills: Confidence engaging senior leaders, diplomatically escalating concerns when required
- Ability to handle sensitive data with discretion
- Digital literacy: Proficient in Microsoft Office suite (Word/Outlook/PowerPoint)
- Self-motivated self-starter able to work remotely with minimal oversight
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Salary & Benefits
Base Pay
£32,000
Core Benefits
- 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) + holiday buy scheme (rotate extra days)
- Private medical insurance and life cover
- Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 mental health support + webinars/discounts)
- Company pension: Automatically enrolled with 7% employer contribution
- Flexible working conditions: Fully remote (with UK travel for committee meetings)
- Family-friendly policies:
- Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave
- Competitive pay during parental leave
Wellbeing & Social Value
- £45 monthly well-being allowance
- 2 volunteer days/year for charity/community involvement
- Payroll giving scheme for regular charitable donations
- Hybrid flexibility: Lease an Electric Vehicle on salary sacrifice
Learning & Growth
- Dedicated learning budget (£600–£1,200/year) for courses/webinars
- Knowledge-sharing resources: Workshops, e-learning platforms, and an internal training hub
- Co-culture environment: Opportunity to influence organisational methods
Why Join Us
We’re a collaborative, fast-changing team with a shared vision: making the retail energy market safer, fairer, and more future-focused. This is your chance to:
- Work with forward-thinking energy experts
- Shape governance modernisation alongside a high-impact organisation
- Balance remote flexibility with meaningful in-person impact
Join us, and you’ll find
Purpose, structure, and growth—in a bold, evolving sector.
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