Assistant Company Secretary
East Yorkshire | Hybrid Working | Full-time
Our client, a major international listed business, is seeking an experienced Assistant Company Secretary to join its established governance function. This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly regarded organisation operating at scale, supporting senior stakeholders and contributing to best-in-class corporate governance practices.
Reporting into senior governance leadership, this role will play a key part in supporting the annual governance cycle, with responsibility spanning Board and Committee support, share plans, and regulatory compliance.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage the end-to-end administration of global employee share plans, ensuring regulatory compliance
- Act as Secretary to designated Board Committees, coordinating meetings, preparing papers, and taking minutes
- Support the production of Annual Report & Accounts and governance disclosures
- Assist with AGM planning and delivery, including shareholder communications and voting processes
- Ensure compliance with relevant listing rules and governance regulations
- Support Board and Committee processes using governance platforms and digital systems
- Identify opportunities to improve governance efficiency through process and technology enhancements
Candidate Profile:
- CGI qualified (or equivalent)
- Previous experience in an Assistant Company Secretary / Company Secretarial role
- Strong knowledge of corporate governance and regulatory compliance requirements
- Experience managing share plans administration preferred
- Confident working with senior stakeholders, including Board-level executives
- Highly organised, detail-focused, and able to manage multiple priorities effectively
- Collaborative, proactive, and solutions-driven approach
What’s on Offer:
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
- Generous pension provision
- Private healthcare
- Hybrid working model
- Strong long-term career development opportunities
- Flexible benefits and wellbeing support
- Free onsite parking
For a confidential discussion, please contact Sarah Larkin or Amy Wood.
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