Company Secretary in London

Our client provides real estate services to one of the largest, global alternative investment managers and its portfolio clients.

We are now carrying out a search to find a mid-senior level Company Secretary (Co Sec) to join their headquarters in London. This is a broad and unique role that involves taking the lead on governance matters, whilst also being a Director on the board of some of the property companies, allowing involvement in key decision-making. There will be occasional monthly travel, most commonly to Jersey and Luxembourg.

What will the role involve?

• Assuming a directorship role and overseeing co sec matters for a range of UK resident real estate companies;
• Advising boards on their responsibilities and how those responsibilities should be discharged; arranging board meetings, agendas, board papers and minutes;
• Overseeing governance matters for UK property companies including Register of Overseas Entities and other statutory requirements;
• Overseeing the day-to-day administration of companies, as well as supporting the co sec aspects of corporate reorganisations/events/transactions;
• Incorporating new companies relating to real estate and M&A projects as well as integration of acquired companies.

What technical skill-sets are we looking for?

• Qualified chartered secretary or qualified solicitor;
• Minimum of 6 years’ experience in company administrative matters;
• We are open as to which sector you come from, not just real estate, and we do not require any listed/plc experience.

What softer skill-sets are we looking for?

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with Senior Management, to be able to engage confidently with boards and appropriately challenge where required;
• Excellent communication and organisational skills; the ability to work hard and effectively under pressure to tight deadlines, and to prioritise competing demands;
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Company Secretary to help shape and shepherd this business and its portfolio companies. Our client offers a supportive environment that encourages growth for those wanting to excel, combined with a competitive base salary, an annual discretionary bonus, pension, health insurance and wellness benefits, and a hybrid working policy.

For more information please contact:

Matt Bloxham, 07900 692209

Celene Yon, 07944 390723

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Due to a high volume of applications we will only respond to those we deem suitable for the role.