Company Secretary

A prominent professional services firm is seeking a meticulous and structured Company Secretary to join their team on a 6-month, fixed-term contract. This role is essential for maintaining the integrity of the Group’s corporate governance and compliance framework. The client is open to either remote, hybrid and full time in office, depending on your requirements. Key Responsibilities Corporate Governance & Company Secretarial Act as Company Secretary for the firm and its subsidiaries, ensuring compliance with all statutory, regulatory, and governance requirements. Advise the Board and senior management on corporate governance best practices, legislative developments, and regulatory obligations. Maintain and update corporate records, statutory registers, governance documentation, and company secretarial records. Ensure governance frameworks remain aligned with applicable regulations and industry standards. Board & Committee Management Prepare, coordinate, schedule, and facilitate Board, Committee, and Investment Committee meetings. Draft and distribute agendas, board packs, resolutions, meeting notices, and supporting documentation. Attend meetings and accurately record minutes and action items. Monitor and manage matters arising from meetings and ensure timely follow-up and closure of actions. Ensure all Board and Committee decisions are properly documented and implemented in accordance with governance requirements. Governance Frameworks & Compliance Prepare, maintain, and review Board and Investment Committee charters for group entities and funds, in collaboration with the legal team. Ensure compliance with constituent documents, governance frameworks, contractual obligations, and regulatory requirements. Support the implementation and monitoring of governance policies relating to conflicts of interest, ethics, transparency, and decision-making processes. Ensure governance structures remain fit for purpose and aligned with best practice standards within the investment and renewable energy sectors. Work closely with the legal team to ensure Board decisions comply with relevant contractual and regulatory obligations. Requirements Qualifications Relevant tertiary qualification in Law, Corporate Governance, Commerce, Finance, or a related field. Professional Company Secretarial qualification or governance certification advantageous. Experience Minimum 5+ years' experience in a Company Secretarial or Corporate Governance role. Proven experience supporting Boards, Committees, and Investment Committees. Experience within investment management, private equity, infrastructure funds, asset management, financial services, or renewable energy sectors highly advantageous. Strong understanding of corporate governance frameworks, statutory compliance, and regulatory requirements. Experience preparing Board packs, minutes, resolutions, and governance documentation. Skills & Competencies Exceptional organisational and administrative skills. Strong written communication and minute-taking ability. High level of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality. Ability to engage effectively with senior executives, directors, and external stakeholders. Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously. Strong governance, compliance, and risk awareness. Proactive, solutions-driven, and capable of working independently. Benefits Professional Exposure: Engagement with a sophisticated, highly regulated corporate structure