Corporate Governance Specialist

8 hours ago

Newcastle upon Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom Nuclera Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Company Secretary to join our team at Nuclera, a venture-backed biotech company headquartered in Cambridge, UK. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for supporting the Company, Board, Executives, and senior management in ensuring effective corporate governance and compliance.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide advisory support to the Board, Committees, Chair, Non-Executive Directors, and Executive Team on corporate governance and statutory compliance matters.
  • Develop and update internal corporate governance and compliance policies and procedures, ensuring they are reviewed and approved by the Board and Committees where appropriate.
  • Support the Board and Committees through all processes and meeting administration, including managing the Board calendar, arranging meetings, and preparing agendas and papers.
  • Facilitate effective information flows and communication, and take minutes at Board and Committee meetings.
  • Provide legal, financial, and/or strategic advice during and outside of Board and Committee meetings, and support strategic projects such as M&A transactions, financing, and secondary share sales.
  • Contribute to the Company's ESG and sustainability initiatives, advising on best practice requirements.
Requirements
  • Qualified Company Secretary (CGI/ICSA) or Qualified Solicitor/Lawyer.
  • Proven experience leading on company secretarial matters within start-ups or a recent UK or US listed entity in the biopharma/life sciences space (minimum 3 years' experience).
  • A desire and ability to shape, lead, and drive change, including supporting key stakeholders in resolving issues of strategic, legal, and reputational importance.
  • A team player and proactive contributor in a quality-focused team environment, demonstrating high levels of integrity and professionalism.
  • Strong communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with individuals across all levels of the Company, as well as offer technical guidance to senior-level management/directors.
  • Excellent drafting skills and an eye for detail.
  • Demonstrable technical knowledge of relevant law, regulation, and frameworks, including dual-listing regimes, i.e., UK Listing Rules, UK Corporate Governance Code, Companies Act 2006, NASDAQ US SOX, Market Abuse, and Remuneration and Share Schemes.
What We Offer
  • Competitive salaries.
  • Benefits such as medical insurance.
  • Fresh fruit, tea, coffee, and snacks in the office.
  • Organised monthly events for staff.

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