Assistant Company Secretary

We have partnered with the UK's leading social enterprise to appoint an experienced Assistant Company Secretary on a 6-month FTC. This is a hands-on, project-focused role ideally suited to someone who enjoys working independently to review, refine, and implement governance frameworks.

Reporting to the Company Secretary, you will take ownership of governance improvement initiatives, bringing a fresh perspective and pragmatic approach to enhancing current practices.

Project Focus:

• Lead the design and implementation of a new Group-wide Schedule of Delegations framework, appropriate for a complex, multi-entity organisation

Secondary Workstreams:

• Comprehensive review of the organisation's governance manual, identifying opportunities for improvement and modernisation
• Implementation and roll-out of a new document execution process
• Support the update and standardisation of Articles of Association in line with group-wide governance frameworks

The ideal candidate will be an experience governance professional with strong technical expertise and the ability to operate with a high degree of autonomy. We are particularly keen to hear from individuals who have:

• Chartered status (CGI qualified)
• 5+ years company secretarial experience
• A track record of delivering governance improvement and transformation projects
• Strong working knowledge of corporate governance frameworks, delegations, and statutory requirements
• A background in the private sector, bringing a commercial and pragmatic approach to governance

This is a largely remote role offered on a day rate of up to £400. If you are interested to learn more, please do get in touch.

Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates