Senior Assistant Company Secretary, Provision & International
Job Description:

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

We’re looking for someone who’s confident, proactive, and passionate about governance. You’ll need:

• A degree and professional qualification (ideally Associate of the Chartered Governance Institute).
• Strong company secretarial experience, especially in financial services or multinational environments.
• Experience with corporate transactions and governance frameworks.
• Excellent planning, organisation, and attention to detail.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Proficiency in tools like Diligent Boards, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• The ability to lead by example, manage confidential projects, and work independently.
• A collaborative mindset and a commitment to Bupa’s values and Code of Conduct.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the Company Secretary in managing Board and Committee meetings, including preparing agendas, minutes, and coordinating papers via Diligent Boards.
• Act as Company Secretary for a portfolio of entities, including those outside the UK.
• Liaise with international teams, including Niva Bupa, on company secretarial matters.
• Provide guidance and training to paper authors to ensure clarity and compliance.
• Assist with corporate transactions, reorganisations, and year-end activities.
• Maintain statutory records and filings using Diligent Entities.
• Advise on governance frameworks, delegated authority, and regulatory changes.
• Support directors in understanding their duties and responsibilities.
• Act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders on governance and process improvements.

Joining Bupa in this role you will receive the following benefits and more:

• 25 days holiday, increasing through length of service, with option to buy or sell
• Bupa health insurance
• Enhanced parental leave
• Company pension scheme
• Annual performance-based bonu