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UK Company Secretary, Corporate, Office of the General Counsel, Enabling Functions

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Deloitte

Jul 3, 2024

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior Level
  • Business, Operations & Strategy
  • London

Requirements

  • Chartered Company Secretary with proven experience as a company secretary and/or with legal entity compliance
  • In-house experience (some Professional Services or equivalent large complex organisational experience)
  • Strong relationship building skills with key stakeholders throughout the business
  • Seeks and shares best practice and strives for continuous development
  • A highly organised, pro-active individual who is driven by personal development
  • High integrity, absolute discretion, professionalism, maintains strict confidentiality
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills both written and verbal
  • Adept project management and time management skills

Responsibilities

  • Providing end-to-end company secretarial services across the UK group structure ensuring these are best in class and fully integrated into the Firm’s operations with a continuous improvement mindset
  • Working closely with a range of internal stakeholders to ensure legal and regulatory compliance
  • Overseeing the maintenance of statutory records, registers and filings for UK group entities using Diligent Entities, ensuring that filing deadlines are met and that documents are issued for approval in good time
  • Advising the members of Deloitte LLP and directors of the UK group subsidiaries on their statutory responsibilities and corporate governance issues
  • Supporting the Senior Corporate Governance Legal Counsel with a range of corporate governance matters including advising on best practice and ad hoc compliance projects
  • Working closely with the UK OGC Corporate legal team and supporting on UK group structure changes, as well as corporate simplification
  • Supervising and supporting the Assistant Company Secretary
  • Staying up to date with relevant legislation and advising stakeholders on such matters
  • Horizon scanning and supporting the Senior Corporate Governance Legal Counsel to project manage the implementation of new or revised legal and regulatory requirements
  • Developing knowledge of and advising on best practices

FAQs

What are the key responsibilities of the UK Company Secretary role at Deloitte?

The key responsibilities include providing end-to-end company secretarial services, ensuring legal and regulatory compliance, maintaining statutory records and filings, advising on corporate governance issues, supporting the Senior Corporate Governance Legal Counsel, and staying up to date with relevant legislation.

What skills and experience are required for the UK Company Secretary position at Deloitte?

The ideal candidate should be a Chartered Company Secretary with proven experience in company secretarial work and legal entity compliance. They should have in-house experience, strong relationship building skills, a proactive attitude, and strong interpersonal and communication skills. Additionally, adept project management and time management skills are necessary.

What is the work environment like for the UK Company Secretary role at Deloitte?

The work environment is collaborative, fast-paced, and focused on making an impact. The Company Secretary will work closely with internal stakeholders to ensure legal and regulatory compliance, provide solutions-focused support, and be part of a high performing team. The role offers a varied workload and the opportunity for personal development.

What is the hybrid working policy for the UK Company Secretary position at Deloitte?

The hybrid working policy allows for a mix of remote working, local office attendance, virtual collaboration spaces, and client site visits. The Company Secretary will have flexibility to work in different settings based on the requirements of the role. The policy is designed to help balance work and home life while prioritizing wellbeing.

Is there support available for individuals looking to return to work after a career break for the UK Company Secretary role at Deloitte?

Yes, coaching and support are available for individuals looking to return to the workplace after a career break of two years or more. Deloitte offers programs designed to help refresh knowledge and skills, and facilitate a smooth transition back into the workplace. If applicable, candidates can inform their recruiter about their career break when making an application.

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  • Serve with integrity

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  • Take care of each other

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  • Foster inclusion

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