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The Medical Care Group has an opportunity for a Personal Assistant to join its existing team. The role will be to provide comprehensive secretarial support primarily to Senior Management Team in the Medical Care Group. The post holder will be expected to work with the minimum of supervision, using their own initiative, and will carry out duties of the post in such a way as to make a direct and positive contribution to the organisation by enabling the Medical Care Group Management team to utilise their time in an efficient and effective manner. The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate a flexible approach to meet the needs of the service and provide high quality secretarial support including diary management, scheduling and attending meetings, minute taking and the screening of emails. You need to be an effective gatekeeper, using your judgement to resolve difficult situations, whilst making decisions regarding appropriateness and priorities along with excellent interpersonal skills and knowledge of all the relevant administrative and secretarial procedures applicable to the role. There is a need to be able to work to tight deadlines and withstand the pressure of a busy office. You will also be required to provide cross cover for PA colleagues during times of absence. Interview Date: TBC To organise and manage the diaries of the Assistant Director, Directorate Managers Head of Quality and Matrons providing a first class secretarial service and ensuring their daily workload and priorities are met. Plan, organise meetings and training events, this includes booking venues and hospitality. Design Flyers and send information out in advance to attendees and keep a record of attendance. To co-operate with the introduction of new Take minutes at senior management meetings, type and distribute electronic or hard copies within a given time frame, ensuring the dissemination of information requested at meetings. To maintain appointments and diary management, implementing bring forward systems, arranging venues, speakers, travel and accommodation, ensuring timely and efficient communication. To act as a point of contact within the Care Group, Trust and to external users ensuring that communication links are maintained at all times. To produce and circulate rota’s as requested by the Care Group Management Team. Including liaising with all levels of staff, internally and externally. Search the intranet and internet for particular policies and guidelines as requested by the Care Group Management Team. Working as a team to ensure that adequate stationary and relevant stocks within the department are kept to an acceptable level. Additional duties of the job can be seen below AND in the Job Description The Secretary of State has approved the partnership between St Helens & Knowsley and Southport & Ormskirk Hospitals. From 1stJuly we have come together as a single organisation under the name Mersey & West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust. The Trust delivers acute hospital care, intermediate care, community, and primary care services to a population of over 600,000 people with a combined workforce of around 9000 dedicated and skilled staff from 17 locations including Whiston, Southport & Formby, St Helens, Ormskirk and Newton hospitals. The Trust provides regional services for burns, plastic surgery and spinal injuries to more than 4 million people across Mersey and West Lancashire, Cheshire, the Isle of Man and North Wales. Our Vision is to deliver 5 Star Patient Care: CARE that is evidence based, high quality and compassionate ​​​​​​SAFETY that is of the highest standards COMMUNICATION that is open, inclusive and respectful SYSTEMS that are efficient, patient centred and reliable PATHWAYS that are best practice and embedded, but also respect the individual needs of patients Our achievements include: Trust rated Outstanding by CQC Inspection August 2018 Top 100 places to work in the NHS (NHS Employers & Health Service Journal) Awarded National Preceptorship Accreditation (2023) for our Nursing & AHP Preceptorship Programme Please see our Wellbeing & Benefits booklet for more information on our staff benefits. Accessible version available upon request. KEY DUTIES To organise and manage the diaries of the Assistant Director, Directorate Managers Head of Quality and Matrons providing a first class secretarial service and ensuring their daily workload and priorities are met. Plan, organise meetings and training events, this includes booking venues and hospitality. Design Flyers and send information out in advance to attendees and keep a record of attendance. To co-operate with the introduction of new Take minutes at senior management meetings, type and distribute electronic or hard copies within a given time frame, ensuring the dissemination of information requested at meetings. To maintain appointments and diary management, implementing bring forward systems, arranging venues, speakers, travel and accommodation, ensuring timely and efficient communication. To act as a point of contact within the Care Group, Trust and to external users ensuring that communication links are maintained at all times. To produce and circulate rota’s as requested by the Care Group Management Team. Including liaising with all levels of staff, internally and externally. Search the intranet and internet for particular policies and guidelines as requested by the Care Group Management Team. Working as a team to ensure that adequate stationary and relevant stocks within the department are kept to an acceptable level. Produce high quality letters and reports using detailed knowledge of software packages such as Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint. To co-ordinate additional activity payments for relevant specialities and ensure signed off appropriately with Manager. Maintenance of annual leave and sickness records for Senior Management and Nursing Staff as required by the Management Team. Taking receipt of recording of travel claims and preparation of Staff Variation Lists (SVL) and ensure that ESR is kept up to date in real time. Prepare Human Resources administration as necessary, including staff change of details forms, variation forms, manpower, orientation programmes appropriately. Co-ordinate and monitor compliance with mandatory training and appraisal activity for the Care Group and reporting compliance. To undertake tasks delegated by the Managers to assist in meeting activity targets and delivering Key Performance Indicators, ensuring deadlines are met. Provide administrative and secretarial support to all Managers/Matrons within the Department and Trust in the absence of her/his secretary. Work collaboratively with other members of the senior management administrative and clerical team to ensure that the department always runs effectively. Respond to requests for information from service users and others who call the department, in person or by telephone, with tact and sensitivity. Give appropriate non- clinical advice and refer on to the most suitable person, ensuring that all queries are followed up as soon as possible. Maintain accurate and efficient records, manage filing, and brought forward systems. Suggest and implement new and improved systems and ways of working where this will improve efficiency and effectiveness. Deal effectively with mail, e-mails, telephone enquiries and facsimiles from within and outside of the Trust, communicating all relevant information to the Manager/Matron as Ensure complaints are investigated in accordance with Trust Directive. To assist senior members of staff and all wards in ensuring targets are achieved. To provide day-to-day guidance to all staff involved in complaints handling. To work closely with Senior Members of the Care Groups and Complaints Co- Ordinator’s and follow up statements daily with all disciplines of the Trust. Deal with telephone complaints appropriately. Ensure that any correspondence and communication is recorded in real time on the Datix system for all complaints and telephone calls. Ensure that matters of a confidential nature, including information relating to staff and patients, are not divulged to any unauthorised person. Take part in the Trust appraisal process, agreeing objectives and a personal development plan on a yearly basis. Attend mandatory training and maintain up to date administrative and secretarial skills. Partake in any training that may be recommended in terms of personal development. Copy typing or audio typing as appropriate within the role and assist with typing of clinics as directed by the Administration Services Manager or Directorate Manager. Retrieval of case sheets from Records Department as and when required by Manager and also accessing the Trust’s Medway database for patient details as and when Deal with patient enquiries from anxious callers and pass on information either verbally or written.

Vacancy type Current vacancies Profession Finance Location Manchester Description Permanent, Full Time About the role We are seeking to appoint an Assistant Company Secretary to support the Group Finance Director providing support on all company secretarial matters for the company and all subsidiaries. This is a group role working in the Central Accounts and Secretariat team based in our Manchester City Centre office. Your key responsibilities will include: Provide proactive, end-to-end company secretarial services to all BDP companies. Working alongside the business providing corporate governance advice on all matters, including projects and navigating the new Governance Framework. Provide a professional and proactive service in the support of Group Board and individual. company boards. This includes agenda’s, packs, minutes of meetings and statutory compliance. Work with the international teams to provide a professional and proactive service in the support of international subsidiary boards and work with external advisors as required. Draft resolutions, regulatory returns and lodge required forms and compliance statements with Companies House as needed. Maintain statutory books, including registers of members, conflicts, directors and secretaries. Work with finance team to file annual accounts and regulatory returns. Monitor changes in relevant legislation and regulatory environment. Oversee maintenance and protection of trademarks, liaising with external trademark/patent agents. Overseeing UK and local professional indemnity and general insurance. Member of GDPR compliance team, involving monitoring compliance and answering queries. Coordination and maintenance of company benefits with line management of secretarial assistant. Support delivery of best practice, improvements, and innovation across the company secretarial function. Other special or ad hoc projects. About you Skills / experience / qualifications required: A professional with excellent communication, administrative, organisational and IT skills, along with the ability to prioritise and demonstrate initiative while working proactively with a high degree of professionalism. ICSA/CGI Part Qualified or Qualified. Knowledge of governance best practice, relevant issues, statutory requirements, and regulations in the industry. Experience in managing subsidiary companies. Experience in the engagement with Non-Executive Directors and Board\Committee chairs. Experience building effective customer relationships which creates customer advocacy. Excellent communication skills both written and verbal. Previous experience in a similar role. About us BDP is a continuous collective of architects, engineers, designers, and urbanists. We design at every scale from city masterplans, neighbourhoods, parks, streets and buildings to specialist, bespoke light, and acoustic installations. We are placemakers who work at every stage of the design process from visioning to briefing to design, delivery, and operation. We respond to the demands of our dynamic and ever-changing planet with cross-discipline design thinking that spans all of life’s activities, protects the environment and enhances social value. Harnessing our collective ethos, the spirit of BDP is about making places for people. Our structure and governance as a global network of federated city studios creates design hubs that are connected to the cities, regions, and communities they serve.As part of the Nippon Koei Group, we fuse our passion for architecture and engineering with user- centred design and large-scale infrastructure projects to deliver world-class solutions for better, more prosperous places. BDP offers BDP offers a competitive remuneration and benefits package; combined with a positive working environment and a healthy attitude to work-life balance. BDP's attractive remuneration package includes: Flexible Pension Allowance Private Medical Insurance All Employee Profit Share Employee Assistance Programme Income Protection/Prolonged Disability Insurance Buying Additional Holidays (winter and summer windows) on top of a basic 26 days plus Public Holidays. Contribution towards Professional Subscriptions BUPA Health Screening Critical Illness Insurance Give as You Earn SMART Drive and Cycle Season Ticket Loans Retail Discounts We have a Social Life committee which organises a wide range of social, sporting, and charitable activities and a communication committee for improvement and development ideas. These events include and are not excluded to; themed month end socials, hiking club, weekly complimentary yoga, wellbeing webinars and toolbox talks. Our studio location by the waterside at Piccadilly Basin is near the vibrant northern quarter and close to Piccadilly station and central Manchester transport links. Find out more about our Manchester studio here: https://www.bdp.com/en/locations/uk/manchester/ To keep up to date with BDP, follow us on LinkedIn and Twitter To apply To apply for the role please click on the ‘Apply’ button below the vacancy. You will then need to complete the online application form and attach an up-to-date CV with a cover letter (

1 Job Title: Assistant Company Secretary Contract Type: Permanent Location: Alderley Edge Working style: Hybrid 50% home/office based Closing date: 1st December 2023 In this newly created role, Royal London is looking for an ambitious Assistant Company Secretary to join our collaborative and agile Company Secretariat team based in our Alderley Edge office. In this role you will support the Royal London Group undertake its legal and regulatory obligations through the provision of quality governance support, and the efficient delivery of Board and Executive Committee meeting support for both regulated and non-regulated entities. At Royal London, we value the unique strengths each team member brings to the table, ensuring a supportive and growth-oriented environment. About the role Provide proactive, impartial, and reliable advice on corporate governance and company secretarial practice. This will include both regulated and non-regulated entities. Provide a professional and proactive service in support of board and committee meetings, including attending meetings and producing minutes. Ensure that the highest standards of governance are maintained and support the effective operation of the Group’s decision–making structure. Provide governance support in respect of projects, BAU and cyclical activities. Support delivery of best practice, improvements, and innovation across the Company Secretariat Function. About you Part Qualified, Graduate or Associate of the ICSA or similar. Relevant company secretarial experience within a regulated environment, financial services, insurance, or asset management experience would be an advantage. Experience of engaging with Non-Executive Directors and Board/Committee chairs. Strong working knowledge of Blueprint/Diligent Entities customisation and Diligent Boardbooks functionality. About Royal London We’re the UK’s largest mutual life, pensions, and investment company, offering protection, long-term savings and asset management products and services. Our People Promise to our colleagues is that we will all work somewhere inclusive, responsible, enjoyable and fulfilling. This is underpinned by our Spirit of Royal London values; Empowered, Trustworthy, Collaborate, Achieve. We've always been proud to reward employees by offering great workplace benefits such as 28 days annual leave in addition to bank holidays, and up to 14% employer matching pension scheme and private medical insurance. You can see all our benefits here - Our Benefits Inclusion, diversity and belonging We’re an Inclusive employer. We celebrate and value different backgrounds and cultures across Royal London. Our diverse people and perspectives give us a range of skills which are recognised and respected – whatever their background.

Interested in joining a supportive, inclusive and diverse team in an international legal business? Our Company Secretarial Services team at DWF Law LLP provide support to DWF and external Clients and are currently hiring for a Corporate Secretarial Assistant. DWF is a leading global legal business provider of integrated legal and business services. We empower people to be themselves within an inclusive and supportive environment, enabling everyone to achieve their full potential in line with their abilities and career aspirations. The Corporate Secretarial Services team are responsible for providing advice on all matters of a corporate secretarial nature, ranging from routine tasks to more technical based queries, maintaining high standards of customer care and attention to detail. They assist clients with their day-to-day responsibilities, ensuring that their statutory registers remain up to date and their company is in good standing, whilst also providing transactional support to fee earners across the business. We are seeking someone who has a couple years of hands on experience in a similar position or a recent graduate looking to start their career as a Corporate Secretarial Assistant. A background in a legal environment would be ideal and experience with Diligent Entities or similar would be advantageous, but not essential, as full on the job training will be provided. This is a role that can offer you great professional growth and development working in an environment that promotes collaboration and offers support. As well as the opportunity to work with some of the UK leading practice areas and enviable client base and truly shape your career with one of Europe's most innovative legal businesses! We understand the importance of offering you a reward package that goes beyond simply salary and we want you to feel valued and rewarded by your time at DWF. That’s why, when you join us, you’ll be given a choice. You can pick from a range of benefits, allowing you to build a package that suits your needs and lifestyle, as well as those of your family. In addition to our standard benefits, we offer a number of flexible benefits and wellbeing programmes. Our recruitment process will comprise of interviews and, at times, a written exercise, an assessment day and/or a presentation. We want to make sure we do all we can to make this a positive experience for you. Please click the following link (https://www.cleartalents.com/apply/allroles/) which will take you through a simple process to identify any adjustments or additional support we can provide beforehand or on the day. If external support is required on a vacancy, the role will be released by individual invite to specific agencies on our PSL through our ATS portal, any speculative candidates sent to DWF will be considered a gift and no fees will be applicable. Please apply below and for more information please contact Kleio Solomou [email protected]

Corporate staff and Partners advise businesses ranging from large multi-national corporations and landed estates to small family companies, many of which are owned by wealthy individuals. In addition to commercial companies in service/manufacturing industries, we also deal with professional partnerships, financial service companies, sports and entertainment businesses, entrepreneur’s charities and schools. The aim is to provide outstanding service in a professional and efficient manner tailored to give the client the benefit of exceptional advice and maximum added value. The office We are a leading firm of Chartered Accountants and business advisers with offices in Manchester. Our wide portfolio of clients has expanded to include all areas of business, with a particular emphasis on private clients, charities and not-for-profits, landed estates, property funds and owner-managed businesses. Our Manchester team provide tailor made services, including accounting, audit and assurance, tax, corporate finance and business advisory, for all aspects of our clients’ lives. We advise on both their personal and business affairs, as well as assisting at all phases of wealth generation, preservation and succession. Our Manchester office is based in the Centre of Manchester City Centre. Responsibilities To become part of the audit department which provides a wide range of advisory, audit and accounting services to our clients. The majority of your time will focus on audit work and the remainder on offering other professional services such as accountancy, systems reviews, corporate tax and company secretarial work. You The applicant should be able to demonstrate the following skills and behaviours: Demonstrate a passion for delivering quality and ensures that client needs are met, benefitting both the client and the firm. Defines performance measures and continuously looks to assess, improve and achieve objectives. Sets priorities, defines activities, gives responsibilities and plans work so that results are achieved on time. Seeks self-development and provides support that enables others to develop within the firm Works cooperatively with others, positively influences them and ensures team participation to support the firm’s goals. Thinks widely and laterally to identify and consider different options before determining the best solution. Listens to, understands and communicates confidently with others in a clear, concise, polite and purposeful way. Motivates self and others to succeed for the benefit of the firm. In addition to the above the individual should be organised and commercially minded. They should display a flexible, professional approach and have the confidence and ability to establish credibility with Partners and clients. Text here Education and experience Applicants will be CA/ACCA qualified (or equivalent qualification) and good pass rates in the professional exams would also be expected. Professional training experience should have been broad based with exposure to a good range of clients both in size and sector in general practice or audit. Experience in preparing group accounts and auditing groups and familiarity with electronic auditing packages (eg Caseware) and accounts preparation with Viztopia would be an advantage. Experience of auditing small and medium sized companies, charities audit experience desired but non-essential Salary/benefits A 35-hour working week with flexibility around the core hours of 10am-4pm Agile working policy giving you the option to work from home for up to 3 days per week. 25 days annual leave. After 5 years’ service, the entitlement will be increased by 1 day. In addition, employees are entitled to buy or sell up to 5 days holiday a year Contributory pension scheme (The firm will contribute 5% of salary on a matched basis with employee from their date of joining) Life assurance cover of 4 x annual salary, Working from home allowance of £25 a month. Eligibility for the firm’s Profit-Sharing Plan that runs from October to September each year. The scheme enables staff to share in the profits of the firm. Payment is usually c£1,000. Paid in December. New client referral scheme. Members of staff introducing a new client to the firm, have the potential to receive a referral payment of up to 10% of the first year’s total fees. Eligibility for the discretionary bonus scheme. This is based on both individual performance and firm performance. Staff have access to health assessments, cancer screenings and health cash plans through the flexible benefits programme. Access to a number of additional benefits with preferential rates under the flexible benefit programme, health cash plans, health screening/GP support, critical illness cover, dental and travel insurance, Techscheme, Cyclescheme, Gymflex and a Workplace ISA. Paid travel expenses when working at offices other than your contracted office. Saffery is committed to being a fully inclusive employer and have a huge focus on ED&I. Upon joining the firm, you will have the opportunity to join a number of people network groups as well as be a part of the growing ED&I network. Share email

Location Manchester Salary £Competitive Employment Type Permanent Posted about 01 hours ago Ref.24277 Are you interested in joining a supportive, inclusive and diverse team in an international legal business? This Company Secretarial Services team within this well regarded law firm provide support to the firm and external Clients and are currently hiring for a Corporate Secretarial Assistant. You will be based out of the Manchester offices. The Corporate Secretarial Services team are responsible for providing advice on all matters of a corporate secretarial nature, ranging from routine tasks to more technical based queries, maintaining high standards of customer care and attention to detail. They assist clients with their day-to-day responsibilities, ensuring that their statutory registers remain up to date and their company is in good standing, whilst also providing transactional support to fee earners across the business. The firm is seeking someone who has a couple years of hands on experience in a similar position or a recent graduate looking to start their career as a Corporate Secretarial Assistant. A background in a legal environment would be ideal and experience with Diligent Entities or similar would be advantageous, but not essential, as full on the job training will be provided. This is a role that can offer you great professional growth and development working in an environment that promotes collaboration and offers support. As well as the opportunity to work with some of the UK leading practice areas and enviable client base and truly shape your career with one of Europe\'s most innovative legal businesses!

Job Description Due to continued company growth, we are now recruiting a Company Secretarial Assistant to support the Company Secretary in providing high quality advice and specialist support across a broad range of company secretarial tasks and activities, in particular in relation to the smooth running, administration and effectiveness of AJ Bell plc’s Board and Executive Committee and their respective sub-committees. As the role involves exposure to highly confidential and sensitive information, a high degree of discretion is required, as confidentiality is imperative. What does the job involve? Supporting the day-to-day administration of the Company Secretarial function including: Preparing agendas for the AJ Bell Committees and supporting the preparation of electronic meeting packs and management information Preparing annual agendas for the AJ Bell Committees in collaboration with the relevant chairs and the Company Secretary Attending AJ Bell Committee meetings Drafting detailed minutes of AJ Bell Committee meetings, capturing points discussed and including resolutions and actions arising Monitoring and reporting on the completion of actions arising from AJ Bell Committee meetings, including annual effectiveness review actions Arranging AJ Bell Committee meeting dates at least two years ahead, in collaboration with the Company Secretary and other relevant internal stakeholders Providing support for: The Company Secretary on various matters, including corporate projects, one-off research into key questions/requirements, the induction of new Board and Executive Committee members and provision of Board and Executive Committee training. The HR team in relation to the administration of the AJ Bell group’s share option and incentive schemes. The Compliance and HR teams as required to ensure the AJ Bell group meets its responsibilities under the Senior Managers and Certification Regime Liaising with internal and external stakeholders, including the Sponsor and Registrar, as required Supporting the maintenance of statutory registers and records for all AJ Bell plc group entities, and the preparation and filing of all Companies House forms, including change in officers, change in share capital, filing of all the Annual Accounts and the Confirmation Statements for all UK companies. The provision of advice to AJ Bell Committees on their governance, legal and regulatory obligations to ensure compliance with all relevant requirements. Compliance with MAR and listing rules, including the maintenance of AJ Bell plc’s share dealing code and insider lists, and the drafting and issue of standard Stock Exchange announcements, e.g., directors’ dealings, block listing, directorate changes. The drafting of the Annual Report and Accounts, other shareholder circulars and accompanying documentation, including the drafting of the Corporate Governance Report in liaison with the Financial Reporting team and others. The production of the Notice of Annual General Meeting (AGM) and all associated documentation, and assisting with the organisation of the AGM itself The management of the Registrar The maintenance of internal corporate governance policies (e.g., Board sub-committee terms of reference,) and the governance section of the Company’s website. Supporting and enabling the business to achieve its regulatory requirements, including consumer duty In relation to the Boardvantage board portal software for dissemination of Board and Committee materials: Arranging for Board, Executive Committee and sub-committee meeting packs to be uploaded to Boardvantage for distribution, as required. Acting as chief point of contact for queries regarding the Boardvantage board portal software. Ensuring Boardvantage licence costs and billing are correct and within contract and budget parameters, if required. Maintaining Boardvantage internal processes and trouble-shooting software issues in conjunction with the TS service desk and Executive Assistants. Coordinating and assisting with set up and installation of Boardvantage for Board, Executive Committee and sub-committee members and others, as required, liaising with TS service desk and Executive Assistants where required. What we're looking for: ICSA/CGI Qualified or part qualified. Experience in a company secretarial or governance professional related role (e.g., 2 years +) Financial services and a listed company environment experience advantageous Company secretarial administration, including Board processes and routines. Strong, detailed minute taking skills and preparing agendas. Familiar with Boardvantage or similar electronic Board portals. Good working knowledge of company law and corporate governance related issues Excellent communication skills with experience of communicating with a range of internal and external stakeholders. Ability to work under tight deadlines, self-starter. Integrity and discretion when handling confidential information. About Us: AJ Bell is one of the fastest-growing investment platform businesses in the UK offering an award-winning range of solutions that caters for everyone, from professional financial advisers, to DIY investors with little to no experience. We have 491,000 customers using our award-winning platform propositions to manage assets totalling more than £76.1 billion. Our customers trust us with their investments, and by continuously striving to make investing easier, we aim to help even more people take control of their financial futures. Having listed on the Main Market of the London Stock Exchange in December 2018, AJ Bell is now a FTSE 250 company. Headquartered in Manchester with offices in central London and Bristol, we now have over 1200 employees and have been named one of the UK's ‘Best 100 Companies to Work For’ for five consecutive years. There are opportunities for growth and professional development for employees wanting to progress within their career including induction training and our study support scheme which is part of our benefits package. There is an active programme of social events throughout the year, which are open to all employees. In return for your hard work you will be entitled to: Competitive starting salary Generous holiday allowance of 25 days, increasing up to 31 days with service, plus bank holidays Holiday buy/sell scheme Hybrid working policy Casual dress code Discretionary bi-annual bonus Contributory pension scheme Buy as you earn share scheme Free shares scheme Paid study support for qualifications Enhanced maternity/paternity scheme from day one Bike loan Season ticket loan portal Discounted PMI and Dental On-site gym and personal trainer led classes Paid volunteering opportunities Free social events and more AJ Bell is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and all employees are empowered to bring their whole self to work. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, pregnancy, religion, physical and mental disability, marital status and any other characteristics protected by the Equality Act 2010. All decisions to hire are based on qualifications, merit and business need.

Assistant Company SecretaryHampshireRoleEnsure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.Provide advice on corporate governance matters.To maintain accurate client statutory records (all companies and LLPs), using the Diligent database.Ensuring all company filing requirements and deadline are monitored and communicated effectively to managersPreparation and filing of dormant accounts at Companies HouseAnnual filing of charities accounts Incorporation of new companiesAmendments to Articles of Association and share capital reductions Assistant Company SecretaryHampshireEssential:Demonstrable experience in a Company Secretarial or Corporate Governance roleKnowledge of corporate governance principles and managerial best practices.Experienced user of Diligent software package but experience of other company secretarial considered. Outstanding stakeholder engagement and influencing skills Excellent organisational skills.Strong written and verbal communication skills.Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Assistant Company Secretary Location London Posted Posted 2 weeks ago Industry Financial Services (In-house) Salary £50000 - £65000 per annum Expiry Date 2024-01-11 The Role We are currently working with an exciting fully licensed bank speaclising in global fintech’s & SME lending solutions. They are looking for an Assistant Company Secretary to join their team in London. In this newly created role of Assistant Company Secretary, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the efficient support of Bank’s Board and Committees. You will also support the Company Secretary in ensuring the Bank’s compliance with legal and regulatory requirements and its adherence to corporate governance best practice. You will provide critical support to the Board of Directors, Executive Management and various other stakeholders, while acting as the custodian of the Bank’s corporate records and policy documentation. Some of your responsibilities will include: Organising and maintaining the annual Board and Committee meetings calendar. Preparing and distributing meeting agendas, materials, minutes, and resolutions. Supporting the Company Secretary in ensuring compliance with corporate governance principles and relevant legal and regulatory requirements. Maintaining the Bank’s statutory registers and company books. Preparing and filing statutory documents. Requirements for the Role: Minimum 2 years’ company secretarial experience. Qualified / Part Qualified Company Secretary. Extensive knowledge of corporate governance principles, company law, and regulatory requirements applicable to banks. Taylor Root will use the personal information you provide to contact you with relevant content including our salary surveys and market reports, career advice, hiring advice, market insights and industry updates and events. Our Privacy Policy sets out full details of how Taylor Root may use your data. You may unsubscribe from these communications at any time, by clicking on the link at the bottom of any email. RELATED JOBS View all jobs Banking (In-house) Financial Services (In-house) Information Technology Legal Counsel Leading global wealth manager and bank seeking a commercial, technology/ outsourcing lawyer to join their in-house commercial team in Scotland and the North West. This is a unique opportunity to join a dynamic global team to provide legal, transactional, commercial and UK & EU regulatory support to the organisation. The role involves vendor contract management […] SALARY Generous benefits package POSTED Posted 3 days ago Financial Services (In-house) Information Technology Management Consulting Technology (In-house) In-House Legal Counsel salary + share options A unique opportunity to join a recently listed company going through its next stage of international growth. The successful candidate will be joining a small legal team of high calibre lawyers from magic circle and leading international law firms. This is a well established organisation but with a start-up culture encouraging entrepreneurship and to think […] POSTED Posted 1 week ago Accountancy Financial Services (In-house) Management Consulting Senior Employment Counsel Leading professional services company seeking a new senior employment lawyer to join their highly skilled in-house legal team in London. This is a unique opportunity to join a supportive and dynamic team, with an interesting and broad spread of contentious and non-contentious employment work on offer. They are looking for an adept and experienced employment […] POSTED Posted 1 week ago

About the Role Assistant Company Secretary Permanent, Full-time London with hybrid working Job Purpose James Fisher and Sons are currently recruiting for an Assistant Company Secretary to join our company secretarial team based in London office. Reporting directly into the Company Secretary you will be working to deliver all required company secretarial services and ensuring the Company’s subsidiary companies comply with their statutory obligations. The preferred candidate will have completed the Chartered Governance Qualifying Programme, with prior company secretarial experience of working in a listed PLC environment. James Fisher & Sons plc is a leading marine engineering business and a specialist supplier of innovative engineering and technical services to the energy, defence and marine sectors. Our employees operate across over 20 countries striving to deliver our common purpose of pioneering safe and trusted solutions to complex problems in harsh environments. Our customers are predominantly large multinational corporations and governments that value the contribution of our specialist skills. We achieve this through a commitment to the safety and wellbeing of those that work for and alongside us, underpinned by our core valued behaviours: pioneering spirit; integrity; energy; and resilience. Key Role & Responsibilities In conjunction with the Company Secretary: Statutory Compliance - ensure that the statutory requirements of the Group’s operating and dormant subsidiaries in the UK (including statutory registers) are met Company Secretarial Services - ensure all relevant Companies House filings for the Group’s UK companies are made in a timely manner, provide support on corporate transactions. Prepare board and/or shareholder documentation for the Group’s UK companies and provide general company secretarial support to the Group businesses. PLC Board and Committees - assist in the preparation of documents for PLC Board and Committee meetings and follow up after Board meetings as requested. Implement corporate governance initiatives and prepare material for the Board on relevant developments. Attending and minuting committee meetings AGM - draft the Notice of AGM and supporting documentation, ensuring that all statutory requirements are met and notices are sent to shareholders in a timely manner. Lead the planning and organising of the AGM, including preparation of supporting documentation Annual Report - Assist in the preparation of the Company’s Annual Report, in particular taking responsibility for the drafting of the sections relating to corporate governance report, Directors’ report, Directors’ biographies and investor information London Stock Exchange - Prepare, review and release, following authorisation, RNS announcements including total voting rights, TR1 notifications, director changes, PDMR notifications and six-monthly block listing returns. Assist in the review of block listing applications to ensure that sufficient shares are available for issue by the Company. Share Schemes Administration - oversee the administration of the all employee share scheme (Sharesave). Required Experience and Qualifications Completion of the Chartered Governance Qualifying Programme Demonstrable knowledge of UK Companies Act, and other corporate legislation, corporate governance codes and best practice, and other regulatory codes and frameworks Experience in a company secretarial role previously, ideally within a listed PLC environment Knowledge of a secretarial software package (Diligent Blueprint) and digital platforms for Board papers Minuting experience Confident interpersonal skills; able to communicate effectively across all levels of the organisation and with external professional advisors and agencies Highly skilled multitasker; can prioritise own workload effectively and work within tight timeframes If this sounds like the ideal next step in your career, then click ‘apply’ now! Due to the volume of applications we receive for our vacancies, on occasion applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment. James Fisher and Sons are committed to taking positive action on diversity and strongly encourage applications for candidates from all backgrounds. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and recognise that our success depends on our talented and diverse workforce.

Assistant Company Secretary London £80,000 base plus bonus and bens Job type: Permanent Sector: Banking, Financial Services Job reference: 40827 My client is a boutique banking organization looking to hire an assistant company secretary to report into the General Counsel & Company Secretary. This role is a fantastic opportunity to join a tight knit community at the heart of a growing financial services organization. You will have great exposure to a variety of matters from day one and will be working in close contact with the General Counsel & Company Secretary who has a brilliant track reckon in this space. The role involves the following: Scheduling board and committee meetings, and maintaining their respective calendars. Working with other functions to ensure the smooth operation of board meetings, preparing agendas, collating papers for board meetings, committees and annual general meetings using available meeting software. Maintaining statutory books, including registers of members, directors and secretaries, register of charges, handling Companies House & other regulatory filings. Drafting board and committee minutes, maintenance of action trackers and the cascading of governance decisions, as appropriate across the bank Assisting with drafting and review of governance documentation including various terms of reference; dealing with audit queries Supporting in the review of financial statements Supporting HR with the development and roll out of the annual board training calendar, supporting organization of board training, organizing the induction of new directors into the bank. Supporting the maintenance and development of Cosec processes and procedures, and other duties within the job category Drafting various resolutions and documents & providing company secretarial support to business lines & departments in an accurate and timely manner The role comes with a mature approach to flexible working and will see you earn a competitive salary package including a strong bonus and excellent benefits. If you are interested in applying please get in touch with your most up to date CV.

Summary: The Assistant Company Secretary will be responsible for providing secretariat and corporate governance support to the wider business, ensuring legal entities are effectively managed with statutory and regulatory obligations. We are looking to expand SIEL’s Company Secretariat team. The role will have exposure to all parts of the business, working directly with SIEL’s Senior Management Team and be central to the firm’s governance arrangements. We actively welcome applications from those who have had a career break. Even if you don’t think you meet every requirement on the job description, we would encourage you to apply. This role can be considered as a part time role (4 days per week). What you’ll do: You will be responsible for providing the effective and efficient provision of secretariat services to a UK portfolio of subsidiaries, two overseas entities and certain executive and management committees, including: Carrying out all relevant scheduling and organisational activities; Preparing agendas; Coordinating the production, collection and circulation of papers ; Attending certain management committees and other working groups; and Minute-taking, record-keeping, and ensuring that there is effective follow through on all relevant matters arising. Oversee and update statutory registers, records and books for SEI’s UK-registered entities and two overseas entities. Deliver a comprehensive range of support activities, including: managing and prioritising the secretariat’s workload to ensure timely delivery against deadlines, and resolving and/or escalate ad-hoc issues as appropriate. Taking a lead role (from a company secretarial perspective) on the execution of corporate consolidation/rationalisation projects and ad hoc projects including M&A, company formations and group restructuring involving UK subsidiaries , liaising with both internal stakeholders and third-party advisors or service providers, as necessary. Represent and communicate on behalf of the company secretariat, as appropriate. Handle correspondence and documentation for the company secretariat, including information and materials of a sensitive and confidential nature, using a high degree of professionalism and discretion. Some KYC support to other functions. Managing projects, researching and preparing reports and presentations, as appropriate. What we need from you: Partial or full Company Secretarial qualification or legal qualification preferred, but not required for the right candidate. Strong technical knowledge of company secretarial / corporate governance practice, ideally within a regulated FS environment, and the ability to grasp the impact of changes to company law and regulations. Strong experience of company secretarial work gained predominantly in a financial services environment. Solid understanding of UK company law legislation and corporate governance requirements. Understanding of regulation would be desirable but not essential. Experience in coordinating and attending committee meetings, including minute-taking and follow-up action management. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work autonomously and on own initiative. Close attention to detail, with excellent written English and grammar. A high degree of professionalism and discretion. Excellent organisational, time management and prioritisation skills. Ability to troubleshoot and provide solutions with sound judgment. Ability to research, digest, analyse and present materials clearly and concisely. Enthusiasm and flexibility, with a willingness to grow with the team Ideally proficiency in corporate governance software and tools but otherwise training will be provided. What we would like from you: Sound judgment Self-starter Motivated Hands-on Flexible Someone who will embody our SEI Values of courage, integrity, collaboration, inclusion, connection and fun. Please see our website for more information. https://www.seic.com/ SEI’s competitive advantage: To help you stay energised, engaged and inspired, we offer a wide range of benefits including comprehensive care for your physical and mental well-being, strong pension plan, tuition reimbursement, hybrid working environment, and a work-life balance that enables you to relax, recharge and be there for the people you care about. We are a technology and asset management company delivering on our promise of building brave futures ( SM) —for our clients, our communities, and ourselves. Come build your brave future at SEI. SEI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and so much more… After over 50 years, SEI remains a leading global provider of investment management, investment processing and investment operations solutions. Reflecting our experience within financial services and financial technology our UK office is based between the City of London and the growing technology hub of Shoreditch. The open plan nature of our office space, flowing lines and numerous art installations are designed to encourage innovation and creativity in our workforce. We recognise that our people are our most valuable asset and are (literally) invested in your success; we know that a healthy, happy and motivated workforce is key to our continued growth. We are focused on ensuring a healthy work-life balance and offer our employees benefits, which include private medical care for you and your family, access to GPs online for appointments, enhanced family leave, volunteer days, access to thriving employee networks and not forgetting free fruit. SEI Investments (Europe) Ltd (‘SIEL’) is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FRN 191713).

General information Reference 002302 Vacancy location Location United Kingdom, London, London Work Place Hybrid Region UK Vacancy details Job Profile Lockton - Experienced Professional Title Assistant Company Secretary Description As a result of Lockton's continued growth and strong performance across the business, demand has arisen to create this Assistant Company Secretary position. As Assistant Company Secretary you will provide support to the Group Company Secretary in delivering effective company secretarial support to Lockton entities in the UK and subsidiaries in other jurisdictions. The role encompasses looking beyond the pure company secretarial matters having regard to the overall success of the Lockton businesses, providing company secretarial support and advice in relation to Lockton Group entities. Key Tasks and Responsibilities Providing support with internal projects and transactions; Providing sound company secretarial advice on a range of jurisdictions including drafting, reviewing and executing in accordance with local formalities, company documents, forms, trade registry applications, resolutions, recapitalisations and ancillary documents; Ensuring best practice corporate governance principles are implemented in day to day activities; Assist with monitoring changes in relevant legislation; Develop, maintain and keep under review key constitutional documents (articles, TOR’s etc); Keeping electronic records of all entity documentation and filing processes; Manage induction planning for incoming directors and Board Members and assist with ongoing training activities; Support the Group Company Secretary with embedding governance framework; and Ad-hoc projects and general administration duties. Candidate Profile Key Competencies ICSA/CGI qualified or pursuing qualification preferred; Strong administration skills, accuracy and attention to detail; Good communication skills with ability to build relationships at all levels; Able to plan and prioritise own workload to meeting deadlines; Financial services background preferred but not essential; Knowledge of governance based practice, relevant issues, statutory requirements; Knowledge of Diligent Entities and Boards preferred. Custom section 3 Scheduled Full Time Permanent

Senior Consultant (Assistant Company Secretary) Location – Bristol OR London (Hybrid) This is a hybrid position primarily based in London or Bristol. We’re committed to your flexibility and wellbeing and our hybrid strategy currently requires two days a week in the office, giving you the option to work remotely for some of your working week. Find out more about our culture of flexible working . We give you a world of potential Today’s Company Secretaries are under mounting pressure to deal with increasing corporate compliance, governance and reporting requirements, and as a result they are looking for partners who can provide a full suite of governance and company secretarial services. Our fast-growing team of company secretarial and corporate governance specialists both in the UK and globally can now provide Computershare clients with a broad range of governance advisory and managed services to expand on and complement our existing Computershare Governance Services (CGS) technology solutions. A role you will love This is an exciting opportunity to join the team at a time of growth and transformation. We are looking for candidates to support the delivery of UK Managed Service client engagements, primarily focusing on listed clients. Key Responsibilities Support the delivery of governance advisory and managed service client engagements. Advise domestic and international clients on UK listing requirements, compliance, governance and transaction related matters. Establish and maintain client relationships. Supervise and coach junior members of the team. Client board support activities. Develop and maintain subject matter technical knowledge and service delivery templates, processes, tools and materials. Support business development and client relationship management activities. As an SME, contribute to a variety of projects and initiatives as and when required. Support business management and operational matters as and when required. Administer the on-boarding of new clients in accordance with company policies and processes. Collaborate with Finance team to prepare client invoices and supporting narratives. What will you bring to the role? At least three years of previous company secretarial and corporate governance experience within professional services or industry, ideally within or for listed companies. Desire to pursue a career within professional services and develop a wide range of UK compliance, governance and transaction related knowledge and experience. Strong people, team working and communication skills. Experienced at building effective working relationships at all levels with clients and colleagues. Organised with strong project management skills. An eye for detail and experienced at delivering to tight deadlines. Strong written English, numeracy, analytical and comprehension skills. Resilient and composed under pressure, proactive, self-motivated, take ownership/responsibility for own work. Advanced IT skills (incl. Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel) and experience of using legal entity management technology. Pursuing or qualified CGI qualification (formerly ICSA) Rewards designed for you Employee Share Plan. Set aside salary to purchase shares in our company and you’ll receive a company contribution as well. Health and Wellbeing. Our health and wellbeing rewards can be tailored to support you and your family. Save for Your Future. We will support you along your retirement savings journey. Paid time away from work. Our employees enjoy a competitive paid time off package, including a day each year to volunteer time for a good cause that is important to you. Employee Discounts. We’ve partnered with other organisations to offer you extra savings. Enjoy discounts with banks, car manufacturers, on flights, accommodation, and days out as well as with many big brand shops. Extra Rewards. From tuition reimbursement to cash bonus recruitment referral programs, our comprehensive benefits package offers a multitude of options. #LI-MH1 #LI-Hybrid A company to be proud of We're a global leader in financial administration with over 14,000 employees across more than 21 different countries. At Computershare, it’s more than just a job, our open and inclusive culture means that we will help you to grow, to move forward and make the most of our world of opportunities. A diverse and inclusive place to work Computershare celebrate the diversity of our people, and we welcome applications from everyone. We believe that having a culture of inclusion is essential in delivering good results. Attracting, retaining, and developing a diverse workforce where employees feel values, respected, and empowered allows people to reach their full potential. As a business this diversity helps us to better reflect and understand our customers' needs to allow us to drive better outcomes. We are happy to accommodate individual needs during your application journey. If you require disability accommodations or adjustments, please email us at [email protected] detailing your requirements and contact information. Computershare is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by applicable law. Since 1978, we’ve been trusted by companies around the globe to manage their shareholder registry, corporate actions and shareholder meetings and we’re now the number one transfer agency in the world. As client needs evolved, so has our portfolio of services; extending our Issuer Services into equity and entity governance services to companies both public and private worldwide. Careers in Issuer Services could mean anything from assisting shareholders with their portfolios, enabling access to global markets or helping clients deliver on their equity and entity compliance requirements everywhere they operate.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced and motivated Assistant Company Secretary to join the Corio’s rapidly growing offshore wind business and support the transition to a low carbon, sustainable global economy. Corio was developed under the Green Investment Group and remains a subsidiary of Macquarie Group (Australia’s largest investment bank) so we have strong financial support to drive the business forward. You will: This role is UK based, with a primary office location in either London or Edinburgh (travel will be required to London every 1-2 months); home-based candidates will also be considered. The role will report to the Head of Subsidiary Governance, as part of the Corio Legal team. Responsibilities: Subsidiary Governance Help to build, embed and continuously improve Corio’s approach to subsidiary governance by supporting the establishment and maintenance of scalable, best in class policies, systems and processes. Establish a close working relationship with the Global Governance team at Corio’s parent company, Macquarie, facilitating their compliance with the statutory and regulatory obligations of a regulated financial services group, as well as their internal governance policies and standards. Entity Management & Compliance Support on a full range of company secretarial and subsidiary governance matters for our global portfolio of entities: manage the statutory compliance and good-standing of Corio entities, including oversight of outsourced service providers (OSPs) and/or completion of compliance tasks and routine corporate changes; and maintain of our entity management system as a true and correct source of information on Corio entities (including instruction of OSPs). Transaction Advice & Support Support on structuring and transactional matters from planning to execution, this will include the drafting of resolutions and other corporate documentation. Build collaborative relationships with Corio colleagues across the business and core group functions (Tax, Finance, Legal and Asset Management), establishing yourself as a trusted advisory on company law and corporate governance matters. Subsidiary Board Support Deliver Board support services, and where appropriate act as Secretary, to various Corio entities. Support entity Directors on the discharge of their duties, delivering training where appropriate, and advise on company law, corporate governance and entity management matters. Requirements: To be successful in this role you will demonstrate the following skills and attributes: at least 3-4 years of company secretarial, subsidiary governance, transactional, corporate law and entity management experience; experience of drafting subsidiary governance and company secretarial documents, supporting transaction activity, and ensuring global statutory and regulatory compliance; a proactive approach to problem solving combined with attention to detail, and strong organisational and prioritisation skills; excellent interpersonal and influencing skills to build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders at all levels globally; an enthusiastic and flexible approach to operating as part of a small team in a fast paced, early-stage environment able to meet deadlines and adopt a pragmatic approach to support the establishment of Corio Generation as a global leader in offshore wind; ideally a part- or fully- qualified member of the Corporate Governance Institute or a qualified lawyer in the UK with corporate law experience. What we offer you Additionally, when you join, we want you to enjoy what you do and be rewarded for your contribution, so we have a range of attractive benefits on offer: 25 days holidays (plus 8 bank holidays) Income protection policies to support your family whatever the circumstances. Life insurance Pension scheme Private Medical insurance Dental Insurance We are supportive of hybrid and flexible working to suit individual and company circumstanced. We offer a discretionary annual bonus, relative to company and individual performance. Methods of Communication during recruitment cycle In Corio we will never utilise communication tools like WhatsApp and Telegram for job interviews. While we do use LinkedIn, once initial contact has been established, our Recruitment team will always use an official Corio Generation email address for correspondence about interviews and recruitment processes such as interviews and job offers. Our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion The diversity of our people is one of our greatest strengths, and an inclusive workplace enables us to embrace that diversity to deliver more innovative and sustainable solutions for our people, clients, shareholders, and communities. You'll be encouraged to be yourself and supported to perform at your best. If you're inspired to deliver on our purpose of ‘empowering people to innovate and invest for a better future’, we want you on our team. If you need adjustments made to the recruitment process, please reach out to your recruiter. Joining this business means you’ll be able to work in a way that suits you best. With the right technology, support and resources, our people can work in a range of flexible ways. Talk to us about what working arrangements would help you thrive. About Corio Corio Generation is a specialist offshore wind business, dedicated to harnessing renewable energy worldwide. With a unique blend of sector-leading expertise and deep access to long-term capital, we work closely with our partners in the creation and management of projects from origination, development and construction, and into operations. Our 30+ GW offshore wind development portfolio is one of the largest in the world, spanning established and emerging markets, as well as floating and traditional fixed-bottom technologies. These next generation offshore wind projects will help form the backbone of the net-zero global energy system while meeting the energy needs of communities and corporate offtakers sustainably, reliably, safely and responsibly. Corio Generation is a Green Investment Group (GIG) portfolio company, operating on a standalone basis. GIG is a specialist green investor within Macquarie Asset Management, part of Macquarie Group.

BBBH161496_1701190109 Posted: 28/11/2023 £45000 - £50000 per annum City of London, London Contract We are hiring a Company Secretarial Assistant to join our sizable and friendly trading client based in the city on a six-month FTC. Salary: £50,000 Working Model: Three days in the office Experience required: Experience working in a professional service or regulated working environment, experience working as part of the company secretary's office, and experience with minutes. This role will play a crucial part for the next six months, attending extensive board meetings, taking minutes, coordinating the facilitation of meetings, and producing the meeting materials. Duties include: Facilitation of committee meetings Extensive minute-taking of meetings. Assisting with the preparation of meeting materials. Assisting with a range of company secretarial assistant duties. Maintenance of the group's corporate records. Candidate required Experience: 2-3 years of previous experience working in a professional service or regulated working environment. Experience working in a company secretary's office is ideal. Excellent experience in taking and writing minutes. High attention to detail. Strong stakeholder management experience. Highly organised. McGregor Boyall is an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on any grounds.

Location: EMEA, United Kingdom, London Ref: GROUPEMEA00301 Division: John Crane Job Function: Legal and Compliance Job Description Are you looking to propel your career within a prestigious FTSE 100 company? We have a fantastic opportunity to join our esteemed Company Secretarial Team, located at our state-of-the-art central London Head Offices near Blackfriars. As part of our well-respected team, you'll collaborate closely with the Assistant Company Secretary and Company Secretarial Assistant to ensure delivery of essential FTSE 100 secretariat tasks. Whilst you’ll be responsible for the international subsidiary governance of John Crane and Detection (the two largest divisions within the Smiths Group), you’ll be joining a team of experts who are focused on adding real value to every aspect of our operations. You will be involved in, and exposure to, exciting projects including listed company compliance and the chance to forge collaborative relationships across the organisation. You will also have a great opportunity to advance within a global FTSE 100 company where career development is written into our DNA. So, if you’re ready to take the next step in your Company Secretarial career then we might just have the perfect opportunity for you! What You Bring to the Table: Expertise & Growth: Your expertise in international subsidiary governance will set you up for success. Governance Mastery: From AGM planning in Europe to facilitating a liquidation in Asia, to an acquisition in the Americas, your role is pivotal to the business reaching its targets. Strategic Collaboration: Building robust advisory relationships with senior stakeholders to champion governance across the business. Duties & Responsibilities Overseeing the completion of the statutory processes for the John Crane and Detection divisions’ including accounts approvals, and AGM facilitation as well as supporting them in preparation for upcoming ESG regulation reporting requirements. Facilitating business-change projects such as liquidations and dividend payments. Managing the relationship with the global subsidiary outsource partner for John Crane and Detection. Developing and maintaining a strong advisory relationship with the divisions to support the Group Company Secretarial function. Supporting with the preparation of the Governance Report and other disclosures in the Annual Report. Ensuring compliance with obligations under the Companies Act, and the Listing, Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules including completing statutory filings as necessary. Recommending and driving change within the team by keeping up to date with relevant legal, governance and regulatory developments and seeking continuous improvement. Diversity & Inclusion We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity The Individual Qualified Company Secretary/Governance Professional. Experience with UK and international subsidiary governance. Strong awareness of the UK Companies Act, Corporate Governance Code, and general governance principles that can be applied internationally. Excellent attention to detail, organised, proactive and flexible to the needs of the business. Ability to collaborate with other key departments and build strong working relationships. Knowledge of subsidiary database (Blueprint, GEMS or other entity management tool). About Smiths At Smiths we apply leading-edge technology to design, manufacture and deliver market-leading innovative solutions that meet our customers' evolving needs, and touch the lives of millions of people every day. We are a FTSE100, global business of around 14,600 colleagues, based in 50+ countries. Our solutions have a real impact on lives across the planet, enabling industry, improving healthcare, enhancing security, advancing connectivity and supporting new homes. Our products and services are often critical to our customers’ operations, while our proprietary technology and high service levels help create competitive advantage. We welcome colleagues with a curious mind, who are happy with responsibility, enjoy a challenge and are attracted by the idea of working at a business with a 170+ year history of innovation, and five global divisions, all experts in their field. About Smiths Group Smiths Group has been pioneering progress in technology and engineering for more than 170 years. Our products and services touch the lives of millions of people every day through our leading positions in critical markets including general industry, safety and security, energy and aerospace. Our four divisions have distinctive capabilities and operate in 50 countries, together employing more than 14,500 talented colleagues. Our operational colleagues are supported by specialised corporate functional teams based all around the world and at Smiths London CHQ. Our functional teams, including strategy, finance, IT, HR, legal, tax, operational excellence, communications and corporate affairs, work together and with our divisions and regions to support Smiths exciting growth agenda. Joining one of our functional teams brings the opportunity to learn from great people, build skills, and forge a diverse and interesting global career while contributing to the success of an innovative and accelerating company. For more information on Smiths please visit www.smiths.com.

A company’s office is an essential part of its structure, and Avature is no exception to this, as we take pride in our facilities and how we manage everything around them. As a Company Secretarial Assistant, you’ll play an important role in making sure our headquarter office operations in the UK run smoothly and keeping up to date with the related administrative procedures. Analyzing our processes and providing paralegal assistance is equally important, as we aim to be as efficient as possible and have a positive impact on everyone’s daily activities. Your challenges and objectives: Maintain compliance with legal requirements by completing a range of Companies House Filings, Notifications accurately and efficiently. Document processes for the Compliance & Administration and Office Management teams, to optimize daily work. Ensure that Avature’s operations at the HQ in the UK run smoothly and the administration is up to date. Your day-to-day activities: Run all the administrative operations of our headquarter UK office, ensuring effective communication between the company board/committee members by minuting meetings and preparing detailed agendas and board packs. Collaborate in facility-management activities, such as office maintenance, office security projects, etc. in our office in Victoria. Prepare and organize various legal documents and correspondence with authorities, including KYC (Know Your Customer) files. Identify, design, and document workflows related to compliance and administration processes, and metrics to track their performance. Maintain accurate and up-to-date share register and Anti-Bribery Register, demonstrating meticulous attention to detail. About you: Experience in administrative and paralegal tasks. Adaptable, able to learn new skills quickly. Able to come by the office in London as needed. Excellent communication and organizational skills. Analytical skills and attention to detail. Able to work autonomously and collaborate with a team. Committed, pragmatic, and resilient. Proficient in English. French or German is a plus. About us: Avature is a market leading enterprise SaaS Solution provider for global talent acquisition and talent management. We have a strong commitment to high quality engineering and customer service and are recognized innovators in the very large company market. We currently work with over 650 companies worldwide, including 110 of the Fortune 500, all of the Big Four consulting firms, the largest banks and manufactures in the world, and five governments. We design, build, implement and support our product ourselves. With 26 releases a year and a strong commitment to innovation and quality engineering, our private cloud platform has become the product choice for the very large global organization. At Avature we value opportunities to learn and grow within a dynamic, creative, and collaborative environment. We encourage autonomy and empower our people to approach challenges innovatively while bringing their unique perspective to the table. We offer a career development program that supports continuous learning, thoughtful leadership, and meaningfully impacts each individual’s professional trajectory. What we offer: A fast-paced, energetic, and engaging environment. Flexible hours. Combine working remotely and at the office. Competitive salary, with one review a year. Four days a year to attend events related to professional development. End of year week off (December 26 to 31). Birthdays off. An organizational culture that empowers everyone to be themselves is key to thrive in business, but, more importantly, it is a pathway for creating a more equitable society. Avature fosters a diverse and inclusive environment, and celebrates that each unique person brings something different to our team. We are committed to considering all qualified applicants equally and to promote equal opportunities within our organization.

From day one, our mission has been to create an independent business with a unique culture – one that is controlled by the people who work for it. Finding the most talented and entrepreneurial people has always been key to our success. People come to Howden for lots of different reasons, but they stay for the same one: our culture. That’s what sets us apart, and why we nurture and retain the best talent in the market. Whatever your priorities – work/life balance, career progression, sustainability, volunteering - you’ll find like-minded people driving change at Howden. An opportunity has arisen, for a company secretarial assistant to join this high profile, fast-paced Group. The respective roles will each provide a broad range of core company secretarial duties and support the department to achieve the highest governance standards by maintaining accurate and organised records. There will be ample opportunity to get involved with a range of projects working with all team members. The role calls for a confident and upbeat company secretarial assistant with a good understanding of the company secretarial role and company law who is eager to learn and apply their knowledge. As the Company Secretarial Assistant you will have responsibility to assist the Company Secretarial team in managing the provision of services to the Group’s boards, shareholders and the business in accordance with Group policy to achieve targets, develop the business and deliver an excellent and comprehensive service. Key Responsibilities Planning of meetings / preparation and circulation of agendas and papers for board, committee and shareholder meetings of UK and overseas subsidiaries (using Diligent Boards); Attend and minute regulated and non-regulated subsidiary board or committee meetings; Maintenance of statutory books to ensure timely and accurate filings including tracking and diligent filing of meeting minutes; Liaise with and manage Divisional overseas entities in regard to their statutory records, filing and regulatory requirements; Assist with the update and management of Group corporate structure charts and process maps; Drafting and proof reading documents (including minutes, annual reports etc.); Assist in the implementation and maintenance of an up to date, structured Company Secretariat filing and archiving system; Prepare and circulate written resolutions of directors and shareholders; Assist with subsidiary share award and incentive scheme implementation; Provide assistance with the management of UK and non-UK Divisional subsidiaries, including in the UK Companies House filings and applicable corporate governance, and the maintenance of statutory registers using the Diligent Entities system; Management and provision of management information in relation to subsidiaries, including responding to KYC requests, preparation of structure charts and fulfilment of notarial requests; Assist with the integration of the company secretarial systems and records of acquired and newly formed and newly acquired subsidiaries; Co-ordination of the board approval, signing and filing of UK statutory accounts; Provide assistance with liquidations and dissolutions of Group subsidiaries which are inactive and dormant; Responsible for the management of certain Company Secretariat BAU matters as agreed from time to time, for example the Review Manager process and the Group Structure Chart; To provide ad hoc support as required to the Company Secretariat and to directors and senior management of the Howden Group; To perform required tasks accurately and efficiently to the required standard and speed; and Assist in M&A activity, Group-wide projects and ad hoc matters. Core Responsibilities for All Staff Deliver a personal performance that contributes towards the Group’s objectives; Achieve lasting relationships with all parties (clients, markets, suppliers, third parties and other staff); Consistently deliver an excellent and comprehensive service; Ensure all dealings are carried out with integrity and professionalism; Act in utmost good faith, in accordance with Group policies and never risk the Group’s reputation; Continuously develop skills and knowledge; Develop others where you are responsible for their performance; and Maintain accurate records and deal with correspondence appropriately. Key Accountabilities (What you are measured on) Understanding the requirements of the Group and responding appropriately in dealing with a varied workload and competing priorities; Ability to produce required material accurately and within required timescales; Ability to understand the needs of others and to deal with colleagues and Board members sensitively, with discretion and with a good sense of humour; Dealing appropriately with confidential information; and Responding promptly to requests for assistance. Key Competencies (Skills and abilities needed to perform role) Good communication skills including high quality regulated entity minute drafting; Ability to make use of new technology and systems within the company secretarial environment, including new and additional modules within Diligent Entities; Able to work with people of all levels of seniority; Technical knowledge and accuracy / attention to detail; Good communication and presenting skills; Organisational / time management skills and flexibility; and Ability to deal with multiple tasks in a fast-moving environment. Key Competencies (Knowledge and experience) 12-24 months’ experience in a company secretarial role, ideally in the insurance industry or in financial services; Diligent Entities experience (or equivalent); Diligent Boards experience (or equivalent); Knowledge of existing UK statutory and regulatory legislation; and Educated to degree level, ideally Finance or Law. Professional Qualifications Progression towards GradCG essential; Finance or Legal qualifications and experience useful; Ability in problem analysis, troubleshooting and resolution; Able to communicate effectively and interact with a diverse range of personalities and roles both internally and externally; Strong analytical and organisational skills, and attention-to-detail; and Comfortable in a fast-paced and rapidly evolving environment. Our Culture: People First We’ve travelled far since opening our first office in 1994. Back then we were local experts – based in London, with direct access to the world’s biggest insurance market. We’re still locals, and we still deliver the right advice and the right insurance to our clients. But now, we’re local all over the world. With 15,000 global colleagues and a partner network spanning more than 100 territories, we are the largest independent insurance broker in the world. But our values haven’t changed since day one, when we set out to create a company grounded in: An employee-ownership model Aligned external investors The trust and integrity born of friendship Expertise Independence Our focus on being a people-first business has always been at the very heart of Howden. Our vision was to create an independent business with a unique culture; one that would survive and thrive as a business controlled by the people working for it. Our employee ownership model sets us apart in the market. It’s created a culture of collaboration and innovation, where we’re driven to think bigger and empowered to challenge convention. Our flat structure and entrepreneurial spirit help us attract the best people and empower them to be the best version of themselves. And when we bring in and nurture great talent, more follows. That makes us better – and that’s better for everyone. Diversity & Inclusion At Howden we consider our people our chief competitive advantage and as such we treat colleagues, candidates, clients, and business partners with equality, fairness and respect, regardless of their age, disability, race, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, marital status or family circumstances. Permanent

Applications are invited for the above post to provide a high standard of secretarial and administrative support to the Division of Neuropathology. The appointee will ensure the Neuropathology Office manager is fully supported in effective running of departmental administrative processes and help maintaining and manage throughput of diagnostic reports to support research and service work in the Division. During times of absence, the Departmental Administrator Assistant will need to deputise and cover essential part of the service. Applicants must have at least 5 GCSEs or equivalent, including Maths and English, a recognised qualification in secretarial work/word processing and in business administration, and an understanding of the Data Protection Act, Human Tissue Act, and the need for confidentiality. Substantial experience of working in a histopathology office environment, excellent computer literacy, and excellent oral and written communication skills are essential. The post is available immediately. Starting salary on the UCLH band 4 scale in the range £ £30,279 -£33,116 per annum dependant on experience, including the inner London allowance. University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research. We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites: University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing) National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitals University College Hospital Grafton Way Building Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre The Hospital for Tropical Diseases University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women’s health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology. At UCLH, we have a real ‘One Team’ ethos, and our values – safety, kindness, teamwork and improving, are central to the way we work. This is supported by our staff, who voted us as the #1 NHS Acute Trust to work for in the whole of England. We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040. For more information regarding the main responsibilities of the role, please refer to the attached Job Description.