Company Secretary

Company Secretary Apply now Location: London (Hybrid) Reporting to: Group General Counsel About Global University Systems Global University Systems (GUS) is an international network of higher education institutions and education businesses operating across multiple countries. As part of our continued growth, we are seeking an experienced Company Secretary to lead governance and company secretarial activities across our global group structure. The Role This is a broad and visible role, working closely with the Board, Executive Team, and senior stakeholders to ensure the highest standards of corporate governance, compliance, and regulatory reporting. Responsibilities will include: Acting as Company Secretary for the Group and its subsidiaries. Leading the planning and administration of Board and Committee meetings, including agendas, board papers, minutes, and governance records. Advising directors and senior leaders on company law, governance, and regulatory requirements. Maintaining statutory registers and overseeing Companies House and other regulatory filings. Managing governance and compliance activities across UK and international entities. Overseeing relationships with external company secretarial providers and advisors. Supporting corporate transactions, restructurings, entity incorporations, and wider legal projects. Monitoring legislative changes and ensuring compliance across the Group. Leading the Group's insurance governance and renewal activities. About You You'll be an experienced company secretarial professional with: Proven experience in a Company Secretary or senior governance role, either in-house, within a law firm, or a corporate services environment. Strong knowledge of UK company law and corporate governance. Experience supporting Boards and senior stakeholders. Excellent organisational, communication, and minute-taking skills. Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities. CGI (ICSA) qualification or studying towards qualification is desirable. What we offer: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays - time to rest, recharge, and balance life beyond work. Hybrid working - most roles offer hybrid or flexible arrangements to support work-life balance. Contributory Pension Scheme - 5% personal contribution & 3% Company contribution, so you can build long-term financial security with added benefits of the company contributions. Private Medical Insurance (T&C's apply) - prioritising your wellbeing with speedy access to healthcare whenever you need support. Season Ticket Loan (T&C's apply) - spread the cost of your commute with an interest-free travel loan. Eye Care Vouchers - support for regular eye tests and essential eyewear. Training & Development opportunities (T&C's apply) - access to short courses via FutureLearn and Group-wide professional development programmes. Staff Discount Scheme - via My Rewards Hub, from various retailers – Fashion, Grocery, Health & Beauty, Travel, Automotive, Furniture, Dining, Sports and Leisure, Electronics, etc Employee Assistance Programme - confidential support for your wellbeing, whenever you need it. Refer a Friend Scheme for staff members (T&C's apply) - earn rewards for helping us bring great talent into the team If you feel this is the role you are looking for, please click below to apply for the role! We will screen all applicants and select candidates whose qualifications meet our requirements. We will carefully consider your application during the initial screening and will contact you if you are selected to continue for the next stage of the recruitment process. We wish you every success in your job search. GUS is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, or religion or belief. Our data privacy policy can be viewed here . Division Global University Systems Department Legal Locations London, UK (Buchanan House, EC1N 2HS) Remote status Hybrid Employment type Full-time Job type Permanent Perks and benefits 20 Days Annual Leave Plus 1 day per year capped at 25 days, so you have time to rest, recharge, and balance life beyond work. Contributory Pension Scheme 5% personal contribution & 3% Company contribution, so you can build long-term financial security with matched contributions. Season Ticket Loan Spread the cost of your commute with an interest-free travel loan. (T&C's apply) Eye Care Vouchers Support for regular eye tests and essential eyewear. Training & Development Opportunities Access to short courses via FutureLearn and Group-wide professional development programmes. (T&C's apply) Staff Discount Scheme Via My Rewards Hub, from various retailers – Fashion, Grocery, Health & Beauty, Travel, Automotive, Furniture, Dining, Sports and Leisure, Electronics, etc Employee Assistance Programme Confidential support for your wellbeing, whenever you need it. Refer a Friend Scheme for Staff Members Earn rewards for helping us bring great talent into the team. Tuition Support Discounts and sponsorship opportunities at select GUS institutions, including The University of Law. We acknowledge receipt of your CV for a position at Global University Systems and sincerely appreciate your interest in our company. We will screen all applicants and select candidates whose qualifications meet our requirements. We will carefully consider your application during the initial screening and will contact you if you are selected to continue for the next stage of the recruitment process. We wish you every success. Global University Systems is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, or religion or belief Global University Systems will retain your data for a period of 6 months. We will email you to confirm if you would like to keep your candidate profile active. If we do not receive a response or you do not log back into your account, your candidate profile will be deleted within 15 days, and you will receive an email to confirm this. You may request to anonymise or delete your candidate profile at any time using the personal settings in the portal. Deleted candidates may reapply at any time by logging back into your account.