Regulatory Compliance

• Support governance and compliance activities relating to WPP's UK and US listed company obligations, including requirements of the London Stock Exchange (LSE), New York Stock Exchange (NYSE), Financial Reporting Council (FRC), Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).
• Help ensure key governance records, filings and compliance activities are completed accurately and on time.

Reporting & Disclosure

• Support the preparation and review of governance disclosures and content for the Annual Report.
• Assist with routine stock exchange announcements and regulatory filings.
• Maintain insider lists and confidential information records, ensuring timely updates and accuracy.

Planning, Coordination & Administration

• Support the planning and delivery of the Annual General Meeting (AGM), including coordination of materials and logistics.
• Maintain the Company Secretarial calendar and assist with forward planning of recurring governance and compliance activities.
• Manage the corporate archive, ensuring governance records are organised, accessible and maintained appropriately.
• Provide general administrative and project support to the wider Company Secretarial team as required.

What you'll need:

• Currently studying towards, or intending to pursue, the CGI qualification, with some experience in a company secretarial, corporate governance, legal or corporate administration environment.
• A basic understanding of UK company law, statutory administration and corporate governance principles, with a strong interest in developing expertise within a listed company environment.
• Familiarity with company secretarial systems such as GEMs, Diligent and insider list management platforms would be advantageous.
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to delivering accurate, high-quality work.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build effective relationships across a wide range of stakeholders.
• A collaborative, service-oriented approach and willingness to learn from experienced governance professionals.
• A professional, discreet and trustworthy manner when handling confidential and sensitive information.
• Strong personal integrity and a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of governance and compliance.

We are also keen to hear from high-potential graduates who are passionate about building a career in Company Secretariat and corporate governance. Whether you have recently completed a degree in Law, Business, Finance or a related discipline, or have gained some exposure through internships, placements or paralegal experience, we welcome applications from individuals who are eager to develop their expertise in governance and company secretarial practice.

Who you are:

• You're open: We are inclusive and collaborative; we encourage the free exchange of ideas; we respect and celebrate diverse views.
• You're optimistic: We believe in the power of creativity, technology and talent to create brighter futures for our people, our clients and our communities. We approach all that we do with conviction: to try the new and to seek the unexpected.
• You're extraordinary: we are stronger together: through collaboration we achieve the amazing. We are creative leaders and pioneers of our industry; we provide extraordinary every day.

What we'll give you:

• Passionate, inspired people – We aim to create a culture in which people can do extraordinary work.
• Scale and opportunity – We offer the opportunity to create, influence and complete projects at a scale that is unparalleled in the industry.
• Challenging and stimulating work – Unique work and the opportunity to join a group of creative problem solvers. Are you up for the challenge?

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