Senior Assistant Company Secretary

Were investing 11 billion in our mission to build the UKs best network. This will help us transform connectivity for every home and business across the nation powering the UKs digital future by creating a platform for innovation and next-generation technology. Our investment will boost speeds for every customer as we bring 5G Standalone (5G SA) to every corner of the UK by 2034. From busy city centres to remote rural towns were making sure every area has the access it needs including the most vulnerable within society.

Better yet customers dont have to wait to feel the benefits. Within the first year around 27 million VodafoneThree mobile customers will have access to better connectivity via a combination of spectrum sharing and open access to each others networks. Meanwhile the UKs largest full-fibre footprint will be further supported by Fixed Wireless Access offers and site upgrades. All of which means a faster more reliable service for every single customer without having to lift a finger.

The Senior Assistant Company Secretary will provide technical and administrative to the Deputy Company Secretary to help ensure the Group complies with its corporate governance and statutory requirements.

What you will do in the role.

Meeting support - Supporting the preparation of agendas drafting papers  and compiling board packs for Board and Committee meetings for Group Board and Committees.  Supporting with the meeting minutes for Board Committees.

Supporting the implementation of governance best practice - Supporting the Deputy Company Secretary in driving governance excellence and the development and implementation of corporate governance policies procedures and practices.

Subsidiary compliance - Overseeing the management of board meetings and statutory compliance for subsidiary companies within the Group.  Including minute taking and drafting of resolutions.  Assisting with oversight of work carried out by the Company Secretarial Assistant including maintenance of statutory records; ensuring compliance with the Companies Act; assisting with paper and online filings at Companies House.

Record Keeping - Helping maintain accurate records of corporate actions in online portals and electronic databases - including resolutions minutes and other relevant documents.

Other Tasks - Assisting with compliance queries relating to the Group Delegation of Authority.  Assisting with technical enquiries and drafting disclosures required for annual Group and subsidiary company accounts (eg s172 disclosure).  Assisting other stakeholders in the business with miscellaneous reporting requirements (Payment Practices Modern Slavery) where required.  Managing Know Your Customer and Ultimate Beneficial Owner requests.

Qualifications :

• Lawyer or Chartered Governance Institute qualified with extensive experience in a company secretarial role. 
• High level knowledge and understanding of corporate governance principles and statutory requirements.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and written skills.
• Ability to deal with senior stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience with company secretarial software and databases (e.g. Board Intelligence Diligent) essential. 

Additional Information :

What we offer

We care about our peoples success by offering great pay bonuses up to 28 days off plus bank holidays and paid personal days for moments that truly matter (pro-rata). You can personalise our benefits for you and your family like discounts vouchers a pension plan and loads more. We help with your career through our amazing learning & development tools.

Need to know

We are regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and all offers of employment for this role are subject to background checks including criminal (DBS) and financial checks to meet the regulators standards.

We believe everyone should have the opportunity to interview for a role that matches their collaboration with our Talent Diversity & Inclusion teams and our employee-led DEI Networks we identified a range of reasonable adjustments to help you feel comfortable and perform at your best self during the interview process. If you require any reasonable adjustments or have an accessibility request as part of your recruitment journey for example extended time or breaks in between online assessments a sign language interpreter or assistive technology please contact your recruiter directly or email  for guidance.

We use AI in different parts of our business to boost innovation improve efficiency and create new opportunities. We know many candidates use AI to fine-tune their CVs or prepare for interviews but what we really care about is your unique experiences and achievements.

During the interview we want you to rely on your own knowledge and skills to show us who you really areyour personality creativity and abilities. Above all were looking for authenticity and cant wait to get to know the real you.

 #VodafoneThree

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What we offer

We care about our peoples success by offering great pay bonuses up to 28 days off plus bank holidays and paid personal days for moments that truly matter (pro-rata). You can personalise our benefits for you and your family like discounts vouchers a pension plan and loads more. We help with your career through our amazing learning & development tools.

Need to know

We are regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and all offers of employment for this role are subject to background checks including criminal (DBS) and financial checks to meet the regulators standards.

We believe everyone should have the opportunity to interview for a role that matches their collaboration with our Talent Diversity & Inclusion teams and our employee-led DEI Networks we identified a range of reasonable adjustments to help you feel comfortable and perform at your best self during the interview process. If you require any reasonable adjustments or have an accessibility request as part of your recruitment journey for example extended time or breaks in between online assessments a sign language interpreter or assistive technology please contact your recruiter directly or email for guidance.

We use AI in different parts of our business to boost innovation improve efficiency and create new opportunities. We know many candidates use AI to fine-tune their CVs or prepare for interviews but what we really care about is your unique experiences and achievements.

During the interview we want you to rely on your own knowledge and skills to show us who you really areyour personality creativity and abilities. Above all were looking for authenticity and cant wait to get to know the real you.

 #VodafoneThree