Deputy Company Secretary

2 weeks ago


Stratford, United Kingdom Cancer Research UK Full time

4,000 professionals, 0 days wasted, 1 incredible purpose. Together we will beat cancer.

Deputy Company Secretary
- Salary: £58,000 - £63,000 per annum
- Department: Chief Operating Office

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full-time (we’re happy to discuss flexible working arrangements)
- Location: Stratford, London Office-based with high flexibility (1-2 days per week in the office) plus attendance at key board meetings
- Closing date: 3rd September

At Cancer Research UK, we exist to beat cancer.
- We are professionals with purpose, beating cancer every day. But we need to go much further and much faster. That’s why we’re looking for someone talented, someone determined, someone like you.

We’re looking for a Deputy Company Secretary to join our General Counsel & Company Secretary team. In this crucial role, you’ll be responsible for providing advice to CRUK on company law, charity law and corporate governance issues, acting as the central expert on all company secretarial matters.
- Supporting the General Counsel & Company Secretary, you will be responsible for leading the Company Secretariat function, enabling CRUK’s continued development, progression and overall success. You will also be responsible for leading the Company Secretariat team to manage the effective running of the Executive Board, Council of Trustees and its committees, ensuring that the business of such governing bodies and subsidiary boards is conducted smoothly and effectively.
- In a supportive working environment, you’ll discover something new every day, whether it’s a new connection, a new method of engagement or a talent you never knew you had. You’ll also be surrounded by people who are as dedicated to beating cancer as you are.

What will I be doing?Effectively lead and develop an inclusive and high performing Secretariat team.-
- Evolve CRUK’s governance framework to effectively support the charity, providing advice and guidance, and delivering key initiatives to enhance and improve CRUK’s corporate governance.-
- Managing and coordinating the governance cycle including:- Administration of Council, Committee and Executive Board meetings.-
- A robust process for distribution of papers, ensuring papers are fit for purpose.-
- Attending Council and Committee meetings.-
- Work closely with the General Counsel & Company Secretary and other members of the Company Secretariat to deliver an effective and functioning company secretariat team to the charity and entities within the organisation’s corporate structure.Prepare relevant content for the annual report and accounts and liaise with external auditors.-
- Oversee and implement organisation and preparation of the charity’s AGM.What skills are you looking for?Qualified Company Secretary with extensive experience of corporate governance at a senior level and knowledge of legal responsibilities of both trustees and directors. Understanding of the UK Companies Act and ideally of the Charity Governance Code.-
- Membership of ICSA.-
- Meticulous attention to detail; strong organisational skills, ability to juggle multiple priorities.-
- Change management skills and able to drive innovation, demonstrate experience of project management and delivery whilst managing a team and working across various business functionalities.-
- Experience of leading, managing and motivating a team, adaptability and leading by example.-
- Experience dealing with and influencing Trustees and senior management, requiring diplomacy, sound judgement and collaboration.-
- Proven ability to manage projects and relationships both internally and with third parties/external advisors.-
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build effective relationships at all levels of the organisation as a trusted adviser, whilst maintaining independence and impartialityWhat will I gain?

Each and every one of our employees contributes to our progress and is supporting our work to beat cancer. We think that’s impressive.
- In return, we make sure you are supported by a generous benefits package, a wide range of career and personal development opportunities and high-quality tools, policies and processes to enable you to do your job well.
- Our benefits package includes a substantial retirement plan, a generous and flexible leave allowance, discounts on anything from travel to technology, gym membership, and much more.
- We don’t forget people have lives outside of work too and so we actively encourage a flexible working culture.
- Our work - from funding cutting-edge research to developing public policy - will change the world. It’s exciting to be part of our team.

How do I apply?

For more information on this career opportunity please
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There’s a place for everyone at Cancer Research UK. Our vision is to create a charity where everyone feels like they belong, benefits from and participates in, the work we do. We're committed to creating an inclusive culture wh



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