Deputy Company Secretary - leading PLC

at  Robert Walters

Delighted to be partnered exclusively with a leading international plc manufacturer of convenience foods in their search for a Deputy Company Secretary to join their team on a 12-month contract FTC.
As a Deputy Company Secretary, your role involves supporting the GC in ensuring that the Group meets its relevant statutory, regulatory, and governance requirements. Here are some key responsibilities:

• Assist the General Counsel in carrying out company secretarial and statutory responsibilities for the Group.
• Prepare documentation for discussions at Board and Board Sub-Committee meetings, including meeting packs, minutes, and matters arising.
• Deputize in the absence of the Company Secretary, attending and minuting Executive Committee meetings.
• Arrange for the execution of documents (e.g., sealing, apostilling, and notarization) when needed.
• Efficiently manage and administer management-level committees.
• Prepare agendas, communicate with stakeholders, and compile meeting packs for committee meetings.
• Support the Executive Team in committee operations.
• Participate in Board and Board Sub-Committee meetings.
• Review and Maintenance:
• Regularly review of the Group entities’ Corporate Authorities/Terms of Reference (ToR) to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and governance best practices.
• Maintain and update the Company Secretarial Manual, simplifying processes where possible.
• Flexibility and Empowerment:
  You’ll work at least 40% of your week away from home, balancing office, and remote work.
  Remember, as a Deputy Company Secretary, you play a crucial role in maintaining legal and regulatory compliance within the organization.
  If you are ICSA qualified/part qualified and have experience in working for or with an in-house plc, this role could be for you.
  For full details, please apply or email andrew.cooney@robertwalters.com
  Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates
  Delighted to be partnered exclusively with a leading international plc manufacturer of convenience foods in their search for a Deputy Company Secretary to join their team on a 12-month contract FTC