Senior Assistant Company Secretary

2 weeks ago


London, United Kingdom Munich Re Full time

At Munich Re Specialty Group (MRSG), individuality and intellectual curiosity is a key driver for our success and innovation. We believe that leveraging a variety of perspectives and backgrounds, and empowering all employees to make an impact, will motivate us to perform at our best and give us a competitive edge. We know there is always more work to be done, but we’re committed to building a strong and inclusive culture where everyone is welcomed and valued for their “own expression of self-identity”.

About us

MRSG is part of the Munich RE group. We are known for our dedication to excellence and quality of service provision across both primary and reinsurance.

As well as operating in the Lloyd’s of London market, we conduct our business via a global network of service companies, with offices located in the UK, Ireland, the United States, Asia, including Singapore, Labuan and Dubai.

Our group of companies provide solutions covering Casualty, Marine & Cargo, Aerospace, Cyber, Political Violence, Trade Credit and Property, Contingency and Yacht. Our purpose is to inspire our clients and people with the confidence and freedom to explore, create and build – to enable people and businesses to thrive.

Company Secretarial Assistant

Hybrid working – Commutable distance to London, Manchester or Birmingham local office.

In this role reporting into the Company Secretary, you will be predominantly providing board and committee support for all MRSG entities in the UK. You will ensure compliance with relevant legal and regulatory requirements and provide advice on corporate governance and relevant regulatory matters and be responsible for the accurate production of meeting minutes.

Responsibilities

  • Responsible for establishing, advising on, maintaining, embedding and advocating robust and proportionate corporate governance, reflecting industry standards and best practice, at both Board and Committee levels, including:
  • Company secretarial functions relating to certain committees by ensuring effective preparation for, administration of, and follow-up of all meetings;
  • Supporting and coordinating Board self-effectiveness reviews;
  • Co-ordinating and submitting filings to Companies House
  • Ensure the smooth operation of the Boards, Board Committees and sub-committees, including: meeting planning, logistics, agenda setting, maintenance of the forward calendar; paper compilation, review for governance purposes, and distribution; and attendance at relevant meetings for minuting.
  • Support in the arranging of regulatory meetings requested by Lloyd’s, FCA, PRA and other regulators as appropriate.
  • Help drive forward good Conduct for the business to deliver the best outcomes for customers / policyholders.
  • To undertake any ad-hoc projects and activities as and when required.

Knowledge and Skills

  • ICSA part-qualified. (Preferred but not essential)
  • Ideally at least 3 year’s previous company secretarial experience, to include: company administration, board/committee support (including minute writing).
  • Insurance or financial services experience.
  • Excellent communication skills – written and oral, with experience communicating with a range of internal and external stakeholders at all levels, including senior stakeholders.
  • Highly organised self-starter – able to prioritise and manage multiple tasks.
  • Solution focused – an ability to investigate and respond to queries and issues arising.
  • Self-motivated – Takes an enthusiastic approach and is able to work under own initiative without need for close supervision to achieve results.
  • Personally Accountable – Willing to take personal responsibility to pursue tasks with energy and drive to completion.
  • Pragmatic thinking style – Anticipates issues before they occur, is solution orientated, balances analysis, intuition, experience.
  • Must have excellent written communication skills for taking minutes.

Your career with us

At MRSG, you’ll find the flexibility, development and support you need to excel your career combined with a competitive salary and a benefits package that promotes wellbeing and work-life balance, on top of the standard features that include a non-contributory pension, private medical care, life assurance and more

Diversity & Inclusion

Creating an inclusive environment is a crucial part of the Munich Re culture, and we are committed to our Diversity & Inclusion Policy. We also seek to provide a fair and supportive work environment which provides learning and development opportunities for all.


Working together, we are an employer of choice by building the workforce for today and the future. We make it happen. Together.

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