Company Secretarial Assistant (Socially conscious business)

Company Secretarial Assistant Location: Manchester or Leeds (hybrid working available) Salary: circa £30,000 An exciting opportunity has arisen for a junior Company Secretarial Assistant to join a socially conscious and fast-growing organisation operating at the forefront of innovation. This is a rare chance to work directly alongside a highly experienced Company Secretary within a supportive and collaborative environment. The successful candidate will benefit from hands-on mentoring and structured support towards completing their CGI qualification, making this an ideal role for someone at an early stage in their governance career. The Opportunity This is a broad and varied position offering exposure to company secretarial, governance, and regulatory compliance activities within a dynamic, regulated environment. You will play a key role in supporting the governance framework of the organisation while developing your technical knowledge and professional confidence. Key Responsibilities - Assisting with the coordination of board and committee meetings, including preparing agendas, compiling board packs, and taking minutes - Maintaining statutory registers and supporting Companies House filings - Managing governance calendars and tracking key compliance deadlines - Supporting shareholder communications and AGM processes - Assisting with compliance registers (e.g. conflicts of interest, gifts & hospitality) - Supporting the development and maintenance of policies and procedures - Providing administrative support across governance, legal, and compliance projects - Assisting with KYC/AML and due diligence processes About You - 1-3 years' experience in a company secretarial, legal, governance, or compliance role - Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities - High level of accuracy and attention to detail - Confident communicator, comfortable interacting with senior stakeholders - Proficient in Microsoft Office; experience with board portals is advantageous - Currently studying towards (or interested in pursuing) a CGI qualification Why Apply? - Direct mentorship from an experienced Company Secretary - Full support towards professional qualifications (CGI) - Exposure to a wide range of governance and compliance activities - Opportunity to grow within a forward-thinking, socially conscious organisation - Collaborative and inclusive working culture This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career in company secretarial and governance within a supportive and purpose-led environment.