Company Secretary – Legal Operations

About the role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a qualified Company Secretary to join a growing international business operating in a highly regulated sector. Reporting to the Head of Legal, you will support corporate governance, board processes and legal operations across multiple jurisdictions.

Key responsibilities

• Act as Company Secretary (or Deputy) for multiple entities.
• Manage board and committee governance processes end‑to‑end, preparing packs, resolutions and minutes.
• Maintain statutory registers, corporate records and ensure timely statutory filings.
• Support governance reviews and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Oversee contract and NDA governance, maintain registers and monitor obligations, renewals and risk points.
• Implement robust document management and control procedures.
• Support KYC and counter‑party due diligence, third‑party onboarding and risk assessments.
• Serve as primary contact for governance matters, building relationships with board members, executives and external advisers.

Required profile

• Professionally qualified Company Secretary (CGI or equivalent recognised qualification).
• Experience in a company secretariat, governance or legal operations function.
• Strong knowledge of UK and/or Irish corporate governance requirements.
• Proven experience supporting boards and committees, drafting minutes and resolutions.
• Excellent organisational, communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• High attention to detail and a proactive approach to governance.

Required skills