Deputy Group Company Secretary – FTSE-250

Office Based | £Attractive salary

Overview

This is an exciting opportunity for a Deputy Company Secretary to join a well-established FTSE-250 organisation. Reporting to the Group Company Secretary, this role sits in a small team of 4 and offers a fantastic variety of responsibilities, from acting as secretary to the audit and risk committee to leading on all share scheme matters. The successful individual will also play a key role in the production of the Annual Report and AGM processes.

This role is well suited to an experienced Senior Assistant Company Secretary looking to step up into a Deputy Company Secretary position, or to a Deputy Company Secretary seeking a broader remit with increased responsibility and exposure.

The role and key responsibilities

• Act as Secretary to the Audit and Risk Committee and a regulated entity, arranging meetings, agendas, minutes and follow up actions.
• Deputise for the Group Company Secretary as required, liaising with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Project manage the Annual Report and support the AGM.
• Manage the Group’s share plans (discretionary and all-employee) including purchases.

Experience and qualifications

• Solid experience as a Deputy Company Secretary or Senior Assistant Company Secretary, preferably within a group or multi-jurisdictional setting.
• Strong understanding of corporate law, governance standards, the listing rules, statutory compliance and global share plans.
• Professional qualifications such as CGI (Chartered Governance Institute) or equivalent are desirable.

Other requirements

• Excellent organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong problem-solving and judgement, with excellent attention to detail and strong analytical skills.
• Ability to work proactively and collaboratively.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and confidentiality.

Why this role?

• A rare opportunity at the deputy level within a FTSE-250 organisation with a strong global presence.
• You will be joining a small, collaborative team with the opportunity to mentor junior team members.
• The role offers a great variety of exposure alongside fantastic benefits.

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