Company Secretary

Salary: £45,427 (increasing to £50,294 after probation)
Location: Remote, with attendance at in-person meetings in central locations across the UK
Contract: Full-time (37.5 hours per week) — Part-time hours considered for experienced candidates

This is an exciting new role, offering a unique opportunity for an individual to drive Mental Health Matters’ (MHM) vision and purpose through the ongoing review, refinement, modernisation, and strengthening of our governance frameworks.

We are seeking a dynamic and proactive Company Secretary to coordinate our governance framework and deliver our secretariat function. Acting as the trusted interface between the Board of Trustees and Executive Team, you will ensure the smooth flow of information, robust governance, and compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.

About You

• Chartered Governance Institute Qualification or Training, or equivalent foundation in governance principles
• Experience in a Company Secretarial role, ideally within the VCSE (Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise) sector
• Strong organisational and planning skills, with the ability to manage a complex and diverse workload with precision
• Excellent verbal and interpersonal communication skills, able to influence and build relationships at a senior level
• Understanding of governance frameworks and risk management
• Professionalism, discretion, and resilience under pressure

Key Responsibilities

• Provide assistance and secretarial support to the Chair of the Board of Trustees and CEO
• Coordinate and manage Board and Committee meetings, ensuring effective oversight and timely reporting
• Maintain and monitor the register of trustees, executive directors, and persons with significant control
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements and governance processes
• Prepare and distribute meeting packs and high-quality minutes
• Lead on trustee induction, training, and development programmes

About Us
Mental Health Matters (MHM) is a national charity providing innovative and life-changing mental health support to individuals and communities. Our people are at the heart of everything we do — both our workforce and those we support. We are committed to building a talented, values-driven team that creates meaningful impact.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary with annual pay review
• 25 days’ annual leave (rising with service) plus bank holidays
• Enhanced occupational sick pay
• Workplace pension scheme
• Family-friendly and flexible working arrangements
• Access to our Wellbeing Offer — including EAP, Virtual GP, and health resources
• Life Assurance and Free Will writing service
• Blue Light Card and Charity Worker discounts
• Tickets for Good access
• Employee recognition and celebration schemes
• Tailored induction, Personal Development Plans and Career Pathways

How to Apply
We operate Safer Recruitment processes. To apply, please complete our online application form, ensuring all mandatory questions are answered. Please upload a personal statement detailing how you meet the criteria within the person specification.

For an informal conversation about this role, please contact:
Sonia McGough — [email protected] | 07747 756325

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer. We value diversity and are committed to offering fair and inclusive recruitment processes for all applicants.