Senior Assistant Partnership Secretary

Governance & Secretariat Team
Location: London (Hybrid Working Available)

A leading full-service law firm is seeking a highly organised and proactive Senior Assistant Partnership Secretary to join its Governance & Secretariat team. This is a pivotal role supporting the firm’s governance framework and contributing to the smooth operation of its Boards and Committees.

The Role

As Senior Assistant Partnership Secretary, you will provide high-quality company secretarial support across the firm, working closely with senior stakeholders and contributing to the effective governance of the partnership.

Key Responsibilities

• Support various Boards and Committees by managing agendas, drafting minutes, maintaining forward agendas, and tracking actions.
• Liaise with Board members and external advisers on governance matters.
• Coordinate the production and distribution of governance documentation and meeting packs.
• Maintain governance resources and policy manuals, including drafting and updating Terms of Reference.
• Draft partnership resolutions and assist with partner elections.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and maintain accurate records.
• Manage and update the firm’s governance intranet pages and statutory filings.
• Deputise for the Partnership Secretary when required.
• Contribute to partner lifecycle processes including induction, recruitment, and retirement.
• Assist with ad hoc governance projects and initiatives.

Key Stakeholders

• Partnership Secretary
• Senior Leadership Team
• Board and Committee Chairs
• Partners and Non-Executive Advisers
• Business Services Leadership

Candidate Profile
We are looking for someone with:

• Strong knowledge of corporate law, including the Companies Act and LLP legislation.
• Proven experience in company secretarial practice, ideally within a professional services or partnership environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with confidence engaging senior stakeholders.
• High attention to detail, integrity, and discretion.
• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• A collaborative mindset and a proactive, solutions-focused approach.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced environment and handling confidential information.
• A commitment to continuous professional development.

For further information please apply through the portal or directly to [email protected]