Assistant Company Secretary – Financial Services

London | Hybrid | £Competitive

Overview

We are partnering with a leading FTSE 250 wealth management business on the appointment of an Assistant Company Secretary, based in their London office. The company secretariat is highly respected across the business, and this position offers an opportunity to work across the team while also providing high-quality governance advice to wider stakeholders. Reporting to a very impressive Senior Assistant Company Secretary, you will be instrumental in advising on regulatory requirements, listing rules and key deliverables such as the annual report. The right candidate will be comfortable dealing with senior stakeholders, have a track record supporting Boards and Committees and have a good understanding of financial services, or at least have a great interest in the sector. For anyone ready to take that step forward in their career, then please reach out to find out more.

Key Responsibilities

• Support subsidiary Boards and committees, including paper coordination, Diligent administration and governance processes.
• Assist with annual reporting, AGM delivery, RNS and FCA announcements, and listed company compliance matters.
• Manage statutory compliance for UK subsidiaries, including statutory records, Companies House filings, Annual Accounts and Confirmation Statements.
• Support the preparation of subsidiary Annual Reports and Accounts, as well as governance projects, audits and group reorganisations.
• Administer share schemes, including grants, vesting events, tax reporting and management of the GEM system, while supporting relationships with registrars and plan administrators.
• Draft guidance, maintain governance policies and processes, monitor developments in company law and governance, and support wider corporate projects.

What We’re Looking For

Skills & Experience

• At least 3–4 years’ Company Secretarial experience.
• ICSA qualified or currently studying towards an ICSA qualification.
• Experience or understanding of company law, corporate governance and listed company regulation.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills, with excellent attention to detail.
• Good IT literacy and confidence working with governance systems and processes.

Personal Attributes

• Self-motivated and proactive, with a willingness to contribute to wider team objectives.
• Flexible and able to manage varied and unexpected demands.
• Strong communication skills, with the confidence to interact with stakeholders at all levels.
• Process-driven, highly organised and committed to delivering accurate work.

Why This Role

This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to step up into their first Assistant Company Secretary role, within a demanding and highly rewarding environment where you can make a genuine impact. Listed company experience is preferred, but not essential.

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At The Core Partnership, we embrace diversity and believe in the inherent value of every individual. Our commitment to inclusivity extends beyond mere words; it’s ingrained in our core values of humanity, passion, honesty, and commitment. We therefore welcome all applicants, regardless of ethnicity or cultural background, age, gender, gender identity, nationality, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic.