Assistant Company Secretary

Good governance might happen behind the scenes but it plays an important part in helping a business run well make good decisions and earn the trust of its customers.

At AJ Bell our purpose is to help people feel good investing. To deliver that we need strong governance clear accountability and people who are confident working at the heart of a listed business.

Were looking for an Assistant Company Secretary to join our expanding Company Secretarial team and help support the effective running of our Board Executive Committee and their sub-committees.

This is a great opportunity to join a developing function where youll have plenty of exposure across the business and the chance to make a real contribution. Youll work closely with senior leaders while also getting involved in the detail that keeps our governance framework running smoothly.

What does the job involve

Reporting to the General Counsel & Company Secretary youll support the day-to-day operation of the Company Secretarial function. Your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing agendas Board and committee packs management information and meeting materials.
• Attending Board and committee meetings and producing accurate high-quality minutes.
• Coordinating meeting schedules annual agendas action logs and follow-up activity.
• Supporting our governance and regulatory obligations including requirements under company law the Listing Rules and Market Abuse Regulation (MAR).
• Contributing to governance sections of the Annual Report and supporting preparation for the AGM.
• Maintaining statutory registers and ensuring accurate and timely Companies House filings.
• Supporting the induction and ongoing training of Board and Executive Committee members.
• Helping maintain internal governance policies our share dealing code and insider lists.
• Supporting Board and committee effectiveness reviews and helping ensure actions are followed through.

Youll also work closely with colleagues across the business including HR Compliance and Finance and support wider projects such as incentive schemes and the Senior Managers & Certification Regime (SM&CR).

What are we looking for

Youll already have experience within company secretarial corporate governance or a closely related environment and be comfortable working with senior stakeholders and confidential information.

Wed particularly like to hear from you if you have:

• Experience working in a company secretarial or corporate governance role ideally gained over four or more years.
• Part or full CGI/ICSA qualification although this isnt essential if you have strong relevant experience.
• Strong experience preparing agendas Board papers and high-quality minutes.
• Confidence using electronic Board portals and coordinating Board and committee materials.
• Experience with statutory filings registers and entity management.
• A good understanding of company law governance requirements and best practice.
• Excellent organisation and attention to detail with the ability to manage competing deadlines.
• Strong communication skills and the confidence to build relationships with stakeholders at all levels.

Experience within a listed company or financial services environment would be useful but were interested in the overall experience and perspective you can bring.

Most importantly youll be someone who takes ownership uses good judgement and wants to contribute to a collaborative and evolving function.

About AJ Bell 

At AJ Bell we believe investing should feel good. Whether youre looking for an ISA pension or dealing account whether you want to invest with the help of a financial adviser or do it yourself we have easy-to-use solutions to suit people from all walks of life.

Were one of the UKs fastest-growing investment platform businesses trusted by everyone from professional financial advisers to first-time investors.

Today over 762000 customers trust us to manage more than 121.5 billion of assets. By continually striving to make investing simpler and more accessible were helping more people take control of their financial futures.

Were proud to be recognised as one of the UKs Best 100 Companies to Work For for six consecutive years and a Great Place to Work in 2025 and 2026 a reflection of our supportive and collaborative culture.

What we offer 

• Salary from 55000 
• 25 days holiday increasing with service buy/sell scheme bank holidays 
• 6% Pension with matched contributions 
• Discretionary bonus scheme 
• Share schemes (including free shares and BAYE) 
• Health Cash Plan and discounted private healthcare 
• Free onsite gym 
• Enhanced family leave (subject to qualifying criteria) 
• Travel and bike loan schemes 
• Employee Assistance Programme 

Life at AJ Bell 

• Regular social events including summer and Christmas parties 
• Learning and development opportunities tailored to you 
• Casual dress code 
• Friendly supportive team environment 

Our ways of working 

We offer hybrid working with a minimum of50% of your working time per monthspent in the office. 

For new starterstheresan initialperiod of full-time office working to help you settle in and build relationships. 

Inclusion & diversity 

Werecommitted to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and able to be themselves at work. 

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and make hiring decisions based on skillsexperienceand potential.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Contract