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Deputy Company Secretary

2 months ago


Edinburgh, United Kingdom JMC Legal Recruitment Full time

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- £200,000.00-£250,000.00 per annum + Exceptional benefits- Edinburgh- Permanent**Deputy Company Secretary | FTSE 100 Business | Zurich**

This is a unique opportunity for an ambitious Lawyer/Co-Sec to join a market-leading FTSE 100 PLC in Zurich.

You will cover a range of Co-Sec and Corporate Governance matters, reporting to the Company Secretary and working within a high-performing, international team of 15.

**The Business**

Having begun trading over 60 years ago, this business is a globally renowned multinational with a huge presence in the industrial and energy sectors.

The business's diverse portfolio encompasses assets in various countries, spanning regions like Europe, Africa, South America, and Asia. Additionally, the company's extensive global network enables it to capitalise on market opportunities and manage risks effectively.

The business has also implemented initiatives to improve transparency, sustainability, and corporate responsibility throughout its operations. Despite occasional market-driven challenges, this business continues to maintain its position as a major player in the industrial and energy sectors, contributing significantly to the world's economy through its diversified portfolio and extensive activities.

**The Role**

Your role will involve providing support to the Group Company Secretary, ensuring the delivery of governance and company secretarial services in line with regulatory frameworks such as the UK Corporate Governance Code, UK Listing Rules, and other relevant legislation. This includes compliance with the Jersey Companies Law, Market Abuse Regulation and more.

You will track developments in corporate governance, continuously updating company secretarial and governance policies. Furthermore, you will conduct training sessions for stakeholders to ensure adherence to protocols. Additionally, you will organise the AGM, prepare all related documentation (e.g., AGM notice, proxy forms, Chair's script), and coordinate logístical arrangements.

Your responsibilities extend to organising Group Board and Committee meetings, as well as select senior management gatherings. This involves drafting agendas, compiling necessary reports and papers for distribution ahead of meetings, and maintaining annual calendars.

**Requirements**:

- Experienced corporate/commercial lawyer in private practice or in-house
- Experience as a Deputy or Assistant Company Secretary with a listed company
- Demonstrable technical knowledge with particular expertise in the requirements of the UK Listing Rules and related regulations

**Jules Grieve**

Senior Recruitment Consultant
- Scotland


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