Deputy Company Secretary - Flexible Working

Leading name in Financial Services is looking to recruit a Deputy Company Secretary. Reporting to the GC and Co Secretary you will take a key role in the Co Sec function.

You will have a varied role advising the business on company secretarial and statutory compliance issues as well as broader legal matters such as commercial contracts, compliance and disputes.

Duties include:

· Statutory compliance-ensure all statutory obligations are met (eg filings, registers, constitutional documents)
· Acting as secretary to Audit, Risk and Remuneration Committees.
· Board governance-ensuring proper notice of meetings, an effective Board calendar, preparation of agendas, producing minutes, director inductions, board evaluation, terms of reference are in place and reflect best practice.
· General governance-meeting the UK Corporate Governance Code, delegated authorities, signing authorities, other corporate governance related papers, be a part of team which organises the AGM.
· Annual report-ensuring all disclosure requirements are met and to take lead on the preparation of corporate governance sections (Board overview, Governance Report etc)
· Managing subsidiary governance matters
· Must have good knowledge of corporate governance.

As well as relevant experience our client is looking for an individual who can show strong communication skills, the ability to influence and inspire confidence at a senior level.

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