Director – Governance Services

Associate Director / Director – Company Secretarial

London | Hybrid | £Competitive

We are working with a prestigious law firm as they look to appoint an Associate Director or Director to join their established Governance Services team in London. This is an exciting opportunity to take on a senior role within a collaborative, international business, combining exceptional technical expertise, client relationship management and business development. You will work closely with the Head of Department, ensuring continued growth, and you will play a strategic role in ensuring the department integrates with the rest of the group. Line management is essential, as you will manage a sub-team and play a key role in mentoring junior team members so the highest quality standards are met. For someone looking for their next challenge in a fast-paced professional services environment, working in an award-winning team, please get in touch!

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee a portfolio of clients, ensuring relationships, transactions and service delivery are managed efficiently and to a high standard.
• Lead and develop a team of governance professionals, providing technical guidance and support while maintaining high service standards.
• Act as a director of client entities where required, providing strategic governance oversight and ensuring effective decision-making, compliance and risk management.
• Provide expert technical advice on company secretarial matters, UK company law and corporate governance best practice.
• Work with the Managing Director and Partners on business development, client pitches and strategic initiatives, while building strong client relationships.
• Oversee day-to-day team activities, manage workloads and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and the firm’s policies and procedures.

What We’re Looking For

Skills & Experience

• A law degree or qualification as a Chartered Governance Professional / Company Secretary (FCG).
• Strong technical expertise in UK company law, company secretarial services and corporate governance.
• Experience delivering company secretarial and governance services, ideally within a corporate services provider serving a diverse client base.
• Proven ability to lead teams, manage client relationships and advise on complex transactions.
• Strong risk management, organisational and communication skills, with an understanding of fiduciary and financial crime risks.

Personal Attributes

• A proactive, service-oriented professional with a commercial mindset.
• A confident leader who can motivate and develop colleagues.
• Strong judgement, discretion and attention to detail, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Why This Role?

This is an opportunity to join a prestigious international law firm in a senior leadership position, combining technical expertise with team management, client relationships and business development. With the flexibility to appoint at Associate Director or Director level, the role offers the opportunity to contribute to the continued growth of the London Governance Services business.

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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.