Company Secretary, Europe
Core
Ensures European Boards have necessary advice and resources to discharge duties effectively, managing governance for a portfolio of regulated and non-regulated entities across the UK and Ireland.
Role type
Senior IC company secretary (regulated financial services)
Builds
Corporate governance frameworks, board minutes, statutory filings, and compliance documentation for UK and Irish entities.
Domain
Insurance / Financial Services / Corporate Governance
Required skills
Company secretarial practice, Board management, Corporate governance frameworks, Statutory filings, Regulatory compliance (UK SM&CR, Irish IAF), Entity management systems, Director induction and training, Succession planning, Modern Slavery Act reporting, Shareholder register maintenance, Board evaluation coordination
Preferred skills
Lloyd's market experience, Irish company law expertise, Pension scheme governance, Board portal software proficiency
Technologies
Boardvantage, Diligent, Blueprint OneWorld
Responsibilities
Manage Board and Committee meeting logistics and record accurate minutes; Advise on corporate governance and company secretarial practice; Maintain corporate governance framework including Board Charters and Terms of Reference; Facilitate appointment and induction of new Directors; Draft resolutions, regulatory returns, and statutory forms; Maintain statutory books and registers; Support compliance with UK SM&CR and Irish IAF; Coordinate annual Board effectiveness reviews; Monitor legislative developments in UK and Irish regulatory environments.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC