Assistant Secretary to the Board

1 week ago


London Area, United Kingdom Bruin Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Deputy Corporate Secretary to join our team at Bruin. As a key member of our secretariat, you will play a critical role in supporting the Group Company Secretary and the Board of Directors in delivering an efficient company secretarial and governance advisory service.

Key Responsibilities
  • Company Secretarial Services: Provide company secretarial services to several entities within the business, including drafting agendas, minutes, and actions, planning meetings as required, and researching and drafting papers.
  • Meeting Planning and Governance: Plan, schedule, and review relevant materials submitted to the various Boards and committees, and advise on all associated governance matters.
  • Regulatory Compliance: Advise on the practical application of regulatory requirements and corporate guidance best practices.
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Interact with key stakeholders on all aspects of corporate governance relating to the relevant entities.
  • Compliance and Governance: Manage and ensure compliance with best practice governance procedures.
  • Ad Hoc Projects: Support and lead ad hoc projects as required.
  • Information Flows: Develop and maintain information flows with senior management.
  • Paper Preparation and Presentation: Prepare and present papers and communicate appropriate recommendations for action.
  • Team Development: Support the training and development of junior members of the team.
Requirements
  • A Qualified Company Secretary or Lawyer or similar qualification.
  • Understanding and experience of corporate governance models, theories, and practice in a financial services environment.
  • Experience working in the banking sector or regulated financial services organization.
  • A skilled communicator with a track record of influencing a wide range of audiences ensuring alignment and common purpose.
  • Proven negotiation skills at a senior level demonstrating gravitas and providing confidence to key stakeholders.
  • Knowledge of company secretarial, governance, and regulatory environment pertaining to large complex financial services organizations.
  • Excellent written communication skills and ability to absorb complex information and simplify.
  • Ability to operate at pace and adapt to a fast-changing internal and external environment.
  • Skilled communicator with a track record of ensuring alignment and common purpose.


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