Board Secretariat Manager (12 Month Secondment)
Board Secretariat Manager (12 Month Secondment)
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Internal Firm ServicesIndustry/Sector
Not ApplicableSpecialism
IFS - Internal Firm Services - OtherManagement Level
ManagerJob Description & Summary
Role: Manager PwC Board Secretariat
Location: PwC Embankment Place London
Who we are looking for
We are looking for a Manager to join the in-house PwC Board Secretariat team on secondment for 12 months. We are seeking an experienced company secretarial governance professional with good technical acumen and a proactive approach. The ability to work autonomously and to consistently produce high quality work to tight deadlines are also important aspects of this role.
The Board Secretariat team supports the firms Boards and Committees to ensure they are fulfilling their responsibilities under the Members Agreement and their own Terms of Reference. The team undertakes the ongoing legal compliance matters under the Companies Act for the firms 60 entities and provides governance advice for senior leadership (including on specific projects such as the ASP election the SB election the Transparency report etc). In essence the team facilitates the effective and efficient running of the firms governance rhythm.
About the role
The successful candidate will have responsibility for company secretarial duties and statutory compliance for a portfolio of entities within the PwC UK group. You will lead as the secretary to certain board committees which will include planning and creating agendas drafting high quality formal minutes etc. The role involves working collaboratively with team members to assist with regard to board and committee matters including deputising where appropriate as well as potential for managing and taking ownership of certain governance projects. A key aspect of the role will be to quickly develop strong relationships and the ideal candidate will be experienced in working with senior stakeholders.
This is an interesting fast-paced and varied role right at the heart of the firm. It is an exciting opportunity to broaden exposure to senior management in a regulated business environment and to develop their business knowledge at the core of PwC UK.
Essential skills and experience:
The successful candidate is likely to have 3 years relevant post qualification experience and will possess the following skills and experience:
Must possess a Chartered Company Secretary (ACG); orSolicitor; orChartered Accountant orOther relevant professional qualification or an international equivalent
Strong knowledge of and interest in governance and company law;
Experience of leading on the planning attending and drafting accurate summaries / minutes in formal meetings with senior stakeholders (highly desirable: experience performing this role with board and committee meetings);
Experience of carrying out company secretarial duties and statutory compliance for group entities ideally including familiarity with Diligent Entities;
The ability to operate with diplomacy and discretion;
Experience of working with highly confidential and sensitive information;
Extremely strong written and verbal communication skills;
Ability to build effective relationships within the team and across the firm including with senior stakeholders;
Education (if blank degree and/or field of study not specified)
Degrees/Field of Study required:Degrees/Field of Study preferred:Certifications (if blank certifications not specified)
Required Skills
Optional Skills
Accepting Feedback Accepting Feedback Active Listening Analytical Thinking Board Governance Board of Directors Support Board Training Coaching and Feedback Communication Corporate Governance Corporate Records Management Creativity Embracing Change Emotional Regulation Empathy Inclusion Intellectual Curiosity Learning Agility Legal Advice Legal Case Management (LCM) Legal Compliance Legal Database Maintenance Legal Document Proofreading Legal Entity Filings Legal Entity Management 9 moreDesired Languages (If blank desired languages not specified)
Travel Requirements
Not SpecifiedAvailable for Work Visa Sponsorship
NoGovernment Clearance Required
NoJob Posting End Date
June 13 2025Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
