Assistant Company Secretary (FTSE 100)
JOB_53795594776811Job type
PermanentLocation
LondonWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
Company SecretaryIndustry
Manufacturing & ProductionPay
£market rate
Co Sec, Company Secretary, Subsidiaries, Governance
An exciting opportunity with a leading FTSE 100 organisation and an excellent Company Secretariat team. This role will be instrumental in shaping, implementing, and continuously enhancing the governance and management of the Group’s extensive global subsidiary portfolio.
As a key member of a high‑performing team, and working closely with the Senior Assistant Company Secretary, you will take responsibility for a wide range of corporate governance and compliance activities. You’ll lead an important governance change project focused on the Group’s subsidiaries, while also contributing to broader initiatives across the function.
You’ll act as a trusted adviser to senior stakeholders and teams across the business, providing expert guidance on company law, the Articles of Association, Group policies, and governance best practice. Your remit will include coordinating subsidiary board meetings, preparing agendas and minutes, managing statutory filings, and ensuring the accuracy of all legal entity records.
You’ll also support shareholder and share plan processes, maintain up‑to‑date corporate documentation, and remain proactive in identifying new tools, systems, and ways of working that can elevate governance standards and drive efficiencies within the team.
Success in this role will require exceptional relationship‑building skills, the ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment, and a proactive approach to driving progress. While enjoying significant autonomy and ownership of your work, you will be supported by a collaborative, dedicated, and high‑performing team.
Applicants should hold the CGI qualification and have approximately 5+ years’ relevant experience. Change management/ project management experience is important; PLC experience is ideal but not required.
Applicants should hold the CGI qualification and have approximately 5+ years’ relevant experience. Change management/ project management experience is important; PLC experience is ideal but not required.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the development and creation of a governance framework for the Group's large portfolio of subsidiaries
- Provide expert knowledge of the relevant regulations including Companies Act 2006, Disclosure Guidance & Transparency Rules, Listed Rules, UK Governance Code, EU Market Abuse Regulation, and Shareholder Rights Directive
- Support with AGM planning and delivery, contribute to the annual report process and review statutory accounts and Directors' Reports
- Advise on compliance, governance matters, and corporate events across the group’s subsidiaries
- Build key relationships within the business, providing both direction to the team and enabling success across the business
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Assistant Company Secretary (FTSE 100)JOB_537955947768112026-03-122026-06-11
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