Assistant Company Secretary – Corporate Governance

About the role

As an Assistant Company Secretary within Santander’s UK Corporate Governance Office, you will support board committees and subsidiary boards, ensuring robust governance and regulatory compliance across the group.

Key responsibilities

• Organise and run a Board‑level committee and subsidiary board meetings, including agenda preparation, minute taking and action follow‑up.
• Manage a portfolio of subsidiary legal entities and oversee compliance with the Subsidiary Governance Framework.
• Contribute to the preparation of the annual report and financial statements.
• Provide specialist advice on statutory compliance, governance best practice and emerging legislative developments.
• Build strong relationships with senior management and board members.
• Line‑manage members of the Corporate Governance Office, identifying development opportunities.

Required profile

• Relevant experience in corporate governance, company secretarial work or legal compliance.
• Strong understanding of UK statutory and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to work in a leading international bank undergoing digital transformation.
• Collaborative environment with access to senior leadership.
• Professional development and career progression within Santander.