In-House Assistant Company Secretary

Position: In-House AssistantCompany SecretaryLocation: Cambridge (Hybrid - 2 days office based, 3 days remote working)Salary: £50,000 - £65,000 per annum plus bonus and benefits

Key Responsibilities:

• Routine Filings: Handle day-to-day administration and statutory filings for various entities, ensuring timely submissions (e.g., annual returns, confirmation statements, changes to company details).
• Entity Management: Maintain statutory registers and ensure accurate and up-to-date records of company information across multiple entities.
• Liaison with Overseas Advisors: Work closely with external advisors in other jurisdictions to coordinate compliance and filings for international entities.
• Document Preparation: Prepare and file standard documents such as director appointments, resignations, and shareholder changes.
• Record-Keeping: Maintain organised and compliant filing systems for all governance-related documents.
• Annual Compliance: Assist with the preparation and filing of annual accounts, coordinating with the finance team to ensure timely submissions.
• Routine Correspondence: Handle routine correspondence with stakeholders and external advisors on day-to-day compliance matters.

Candidate Specification:

• Experience: Minimum of 2 years in a company secretarial role, with a focus on routine filings and administrative tasks.
• Qualification: Part-qualified or qualified Company Secretary (ICSA/CGI or equivalent) is desirable but not essential.
• Knowledge of Company Law: Good understanding of the Companies Act 2006 and relevant filing requirements.
• Administrative Skills: Strong organisational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage statutory records and routine filings efficiently.
• Filing and Documentation: Proficiency in preparing, filing, and maintaining company documents such as director appointments, shareholder changes, and confirmation statements.
• Software Proficiency: Experience using company secretarial software (e.g., Blueprint, Diligent) and strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to correspond professionally with internal and external stakeholders.
• Self-Starter: Capable of working independently to manage routine administrative tasks and deadlines without constant supervision.
• Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy and meticulous approach to maintaining statutory registers and company records.
• Team Player: Willingness to work with cross-functional teams, including finance and external advisors, to ensure compliance.

Benefits:

• Salary between £50,000 - £65,000 per annum (DOE)
• Bonus and comprehensive benefits package.
• Flexible working arrangements, two days per week office based.

How to Apply:

If you are interested in the opportunity, please submit your CV via the job advert or for further information please contact Chris Ewles on or at chris.ewles @lhh.com

LHH Recruitment Solutions acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. LHH Recruitment Solutions is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

To note, the PQE indicated in this advertisement is intended as a guide only and does not preclude applications from those with more or less PQE.