I am looking for a Company Secretary to lead governance with impact. This pivotal part-time position involves spearheading governance arrangements, serving as the Company Secretary.
As the Company Secretary you'll provide a comprehensive secretariat function, ensuring effective governance aligned with legal, statutory, and corporate requirements, along with delivering crucial legal advice.
Flexibility is essential, as this role is part-time. You'll need to adjust hours weekly to accommodate various meetings. Occasional longer hours may be required to meet deadlines or ensure compliance with legal and company secretariat requirements.
Key Accountabilities:Governance:
Oversee governance and company secretarial arrangements.
Lead, manage, and mentor the Board Secretary.
Provide advice and support on strategy, governance, legal, and operational matters.
Support the implementation and governance of the organization’s 'Development Fund'.
Committee Servicing:
Oversee processes for arranging, holding, and minute-taking for various meetings.
Attend meetings as required, providing administrative and Company Secretarial support.
Company Secretarial Administration:
Ensure timely completion and submission of Companies House requirements and statutory filings.
Manage communication with shareholders and investors.
Maintain the share register and oversee administration of share transactions.
Directors:
Oversee appointment/retirement formalities for directors.
Ensure Board succession-planning and relevant training programs are in place.
Legal:
Manage relationships with legal advisory relationships.
Provide legal support and advice to management, Exco, and the Board.
Support effective legal support to colleagues, including contract management and document retention policies.
If you're ready to make a significant impact at the forefront of governance, facilitating their mission to support charities and social enterprises, apply now. Your expertise will shape future success, driving positive change in communities nationwide.