Company Secretary

**Who are we**:
Ceres is a leading developer of clean energy technology: electrolysis for the creation of green hydrogen and fuel cells for power generation. Its licensing model has seen it establish partnerships with some of the world's largest companies, such Bosch, Weichai, Doosan, Shell, Linde and Delta Electronics.

Ceres' solid oxide platform technology supports greater electrification of our energy systems and produces green hydrogen at high-efficiencies as a route to decarbonise emissions-intensive industries such as steelmaking, ammonia, and synthetic fuels. Ceres is listed on the London Stock Exchange ("LSE") (LSE: CWR) and is classified by the LSE Green Economy Mark, which recognises listed companies that derive more than 50% of their activity from the green economy.

Ceres is an inspiring place to work, and our people care deeply about our purpose, our technology, our partners, and each other. We offer employees the opportunity to collaborate creatively to solve complex problems and challenges, to experiment and innovate and push the boundaries of our technology, within a supportive culture and work environment that allows them to learn, grow, achieve great things and be the very best version of themselves.

**Purpose of the role**:
The role is responsible for ensuring full compliance with the requirements of all public company rules applicable to Ceres Power Holdings plc. It will require a highly motivated and organised individual with meticulous attention to detail to ensure that Ceres Power complies with UK corporate governance laws, regulations, and rules. You will have a real passion for our purpose as a business and a real pride in work ethic and discipline. You will bring fresh ideas and approaches to ensure and enhance business compliance.

**Key Accountabilities**:

- Maintaining the London Stock Exchange listing
- Implementing the provisions of the Ceres Power Share Dealing Codes and Disclosure Policy covering Directors/PDMRs
- Ensuring compliance with Articles of Association and manage amendments thereto
- Supporting major transactions from a governance perspective
- Planning and making all arrangements in connection with AGMs, including drafting the AGM circular and Notice of meeting. Working with the registrars to make all necessary preparations and ensure the smooth running of the meeting
- Maintaining a close relationship with the proxy and voting recommendation agencies and reporting on emerging voting patterns to the Chairman
- Undertaking an annual review of compliance with the UK Corporate Governance Code and reporting on this to the Audit Committee and Board as required
- Drafting the Corporate Governance Report, the Directors Report and contributing to other sections of the Annual Report and Accounts
- Drafting required inputs to the ESG Report
- Maintaining the companys policy framework, delegations of authority, formal decisions and all corporate registers
- Working with IR/Comms - Responsibility for timely and accurate release of all Stock Exchange (RNS) announcements and the filing of all FCA forms on behalf of PDMRs as required under the EU Market Abuse regulation
- Handling all regulatory and Companies House filing and communication
- Acting as secretary for subsidiary companies and for Board and Committees and Operational ESG Committee
- Planning induction, governance and director training
- Assisting in the management of share option schemes and dealing with shareholder queries
- Keeping up to date with relevant statutory or regulatory changes
- Promoting a culture of good practice in corporate governance activities
- Developing strong relations with senior stakeholders and with shareholders and partners corporate teams.
- Driving good corporate governance throughout the business in a pro-active manner**
Knowledge and skills required for the role**:

- Experience of working for listed/PLC organisations
- Significant proven company secretarial experience within large and/or complex commercial environments
- Strong knowledge of UK corporate governance laws and public company duties and regulations
- Degree level education or equivalent
- Qualified Chartered Secretary
- Meticulous attention to detail
- Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability and confidence to work in a fast-paced organisation
- Strong relationship building skills

In return we offer a fantastic working environment with hybrid / flexible working and a comprehensive benefits package. This includes Life Insurance, Bonus, Health Care Cash Plan, 25 Days Annual Leave, Share save Scheme and Pension along with enhanced Maternity, Paternity & Adoption pay and Shared Parental Leave as part of our family friendly policy.