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Company Secretary (Home based)

  • Location: United Kingdom
  • Salary: c.£140,000 - £180,000 + Package per year
  • Job Type:Permanent

Posted 3 months ago

  • Sector: Compliance, Finance, Legal, Risk Management
  • Contact: Paul Sherlock
  • Contact Email: psherlock@merje.com
  • Contact Phone: 0161 883 2746
  • Expiry Date: 31 August 2024
  • Job Ref: PS/11857 (UK)

HOME BASED - Company Secretary 

Are you an experienced Company Secretary opertaing within a Mutual or member owned organisation? If som, this could be the perfect next career move for you...

Our client, a market leader with an international presence, seeks a high-calibre Company Secretary to join their successful, dynamic team. As a not-for-profit organisation owned by its members, they are a market leader across the healthcare sector, providing expert assistance on a wide range of legal and ethical issues. 

The Company Secretary will play a crucial role in the business, with significant C-Suite exposure. You will ensure the company complies with all legal and regulatory requirements and oversee efficient administration, focusing on statutory compliance and implementing board decisions effectively.

Key Responsibilities

  • Ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements

  • Oversee Board meetings, including administration, agenda coordination, minute production, and outcome implementation

  • Navigate the technical demands of operating across multiple jurisdictions (Australia, Caribbean, Hong Kong, South Africa)

  • Ensure high-level governance and efficient implementation of board decisions

  • Provide guidance to the board on responsibilities and duties

  • Maintain up-to-date, legally compliant company policies and procedures

  • Manage relationships with shareholders and other stakeholders

 

Requirements

  • Qualified Company Secretary (ICSA) or equivalent

  • Experience in a similar role, preferably in the not-for-profit/mutual or FCA regulated sector

  • Excellent knowledge of company law and corporate governance

  • Hands-on approach with strong communication and interpersonal skills

  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team

  • Stakeholder engagement and C-Suite interaction experience

 

The successful candidate will receive a highly competitive salary, excellent benefits, and the opportunity to work for a highly respected organisation. This role can be home-based, with the need to attend various Board meetings throughout the year