Governance Adviser

About the role

We are seeking a Governance Adviser to join Beyond Governance, the UK’s leading independent governance consultancy. The role is full‑time, permanent and combines remote work with regular visits to client offices in London.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare and review annual reports and manage AGM logistics.
• Act as Secretary for board and committee meetings, including minute taking and board pack preparation.
• Maintain insider lists, share‑dealing policies and ensure MAR compliance.
• Complete regulatory filings with Companies House, the FCA and other authorities.
• Lead governance projects such as M&A, share‑capital changes, governance framework implementation and compliance health checks.
• Administer UK and US share‑scheme programmes (SAYE, LTIP, RSU, US EPP, Conditional Awards) and manage cash/DRIP dividends.
• Oversee subsidiary governance, statutory compliance and entity management.
• Provide interim board‑secretarial support, including possible full‑time placements of up to six months.

Required profile

• Part‑qualified (minimum three years in‑house experience) or fully qualified in corporate governance/company secretarial matters.
• Demonstrated experience working in‑house within a UK or international organisation.
• Strong client‑facing skills and ability to work autonomously across multiple assignments.
• Willingness to travel to client sites in London up to four days a week.

Required skills