Head of Legal and Company Secretary

3 weeks ago


York, York City, United Kingdom Sanctuary Personnel Ltd Full time

Job Title: Head of Legal and Company Secretary

Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced Head of Legal and Company Secretary to join our team at Sanctuary Personnel Ltd. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring a robust governance and compliance structure, overseeing the management of corporate risk, and providing legal advice to support the delivery of strategic objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Ensure compliance with statutory, regulatory, and charity commission requirements.
  • Lead on data protection matters for the organisation.
  • Provide Company Secretarial services to the Board and board committees.
  • Facilitate good corporate governance practices by advising the board on their roles, responsibilities, and legal obligations.
  • Support the Chair with Trustee recruitment, inductions, and elections to the Board and any committees.

Requirements:

  • Qualified Solicitor or Barrister with a minimum of 5 years post-qualification experience.
  • Solid understanding and experience of legislation, governance requirements, and best practice.
  • Demonstrated career record of being accountable for regulatory, governance, and legal activities.
  • Strong commercial acumen with good business skills.

About Us: Sanctuary Personnel Ltd is a dedicated and award-winning recruitment agency with a TrustPilot score of 4.9/5 and nearly 1000 reviews. We are proud to encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds and promote Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) in our selection process.

How to Apply: If you are a qualified and experienced Head of Legal and Company Secretary looking for a new challenge, please submit your application to us.



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