Full job descriptionJob Title: Company Secretary


Location: Chichester, West Sussex (Hybrid Working)


Salary: Up to £80,000 + Excellent Benefits Package


Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent






About the Role of the Company Secretary


Are you a CGI/ICSA qualified governance professional seeking a high-visibility leadership role within a well-established organisation?


My client is seeking an experienced Company Secretary to lead the delivery of company secretarial and governance services across the Group. Based in Chichester with a flexible hybrid working arrangement, this position acts as a key point of contact for directors and senior executives, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements and maintaining robust corporate governance frameworks.






Key Responsibilities
*Corporate Governance: Maintain and develop the Group’s governance framework, providing expert guidance to directors on responsibilities, governance obligations, and best practice.


*Board & Committee Support: Manage the annual governance calendar, coordinate meeting schedules, oversee the preparation and distribution of board papers, attend meetings, and draft high-quality minutes and action logs.


*Statutory Compliance & Entity Management: Ensure all statutory registers and corporate records are accurately maintained, managing Companies House filings, director appointments/resignations, and corporate structure changes.


*Governance Reporting & Administration: Produce governance reporting and management information for Boards and Committees, coordinate KYC/due diligence requests, and support regulatory reviews and audits.


*Stakeholder Engagement: Build strong relationships with directors, committee members, external auditors, and regulators while supporting director inductions and ongoing governance development.


Requirements & Qualifications
Essential:






*Qualifications: CGI / ICSA qualified (or equivalent professional governance qualification).


*Experience: Significant company secretarial experience with a proven track record of supporting Boards and Committees.


*Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of UK corporate governance requirements, director duties, statutory filings, and entity management.


*Key Skills: Exceptional written communication and minute-taking skills, strong stakeholder management capabilities, high discretion, and meticulous attention to detail.


Desirable:






*Background within regulated financial services.


*Experience supporting complex group structures, offshore entities, or Jersey governance requirements.


What My Client Offers
*Competitive Compensation: Salary up to £80,000 per annum (depending on experience).


*Flexible Working: Modern hybrid model balancing office collaboration in Chichester with work-from-home flexibility.


*Benefits: An excellent benefits package including a generous holiday allowance, pension scheme, health/wellness perks, and continuous professional development support.


How to Apply
If you are a proactive governance professional looking to take ownership of group secretarial functions in a dynamic environment, please apply today with your updated CV for immediate consideration!