Interim Deputy Company Secretary

London (West End)

£Attractive

We are looking for a technically strong Interim Deputy Company Secretary who can inspire and lead a team of Chartered Secretaries to start ASAP for a period of 3 - 4 months on a part-time basis; 3 - 4 days per week. Our client is a high-profile investment company who continues to grow and diversify their portfolio. This senior role will include day to-day management of the team; reviewing work and supporting personal development, as well as being responsible for attending and minuting group boards and committees, along with a host of technical duties, including involvement in ad-hoc projects. A background in a similar position or from within the professional services would be advantageous. We are looking for a first-rate individual with ‘spark’ and credibility at board level. If you’re interested in finding out more, please get in touch for a confidential discussion. 

Key Role and Responsibilities

  • Providing company secretarial board support to the FCA regulated group boards and other group boards and committees.
  • Day to day management of the team including reviewing work, overseeing processes and supporting development. Lead contact for the business on day to day team matters.
  • Providing a range of support on group company secretarial issues such as oversight of insurance policies and renewals and share scheme administration.
  • Oversight of statutory compliance work (accounts filing, confirmation statements, maintenance of registers etc).
  • Key areas of regular technical work include the following: share allotments; capital reductions (solvency statement procedure); shareholder meetings; board meetings; formations; dividends; articles changes; company re-registrations and strike-offs.
  • Liaising with third parties which undertake ancillary services such as registrars, custodians, trustees and liquidators as well as colleagues from other disciplines.
  • Supporting the company secretarial elements of other adhoc group projects as required by the business.

Experience and Qualifications

  • ICSA qualified (ACIS/FCIS) and degree level background preferred
  • Experience of leading or managing a team
  • A professional services or financial services background would be desirable
  • Project management experience is desirable

Personal Qualities and Behaviours

  • Works well in a team and in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to cope under pressure and meet deadlines
  • Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
  • Ability to work with individuals at all levels
  • Strong communications skills
  • Persuasive and influential on company secretarial matters

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