Senior Consultant, Company Secretarial at Northern Trust

London, England, United Kingdom

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Financial Services, Asset ManagementIndustries

Requirements

Fellow or Associate of the Chartered Governance Institute, a qualified lawyer with governance experience, or equivalent professional experience
Experience in financial services or a regulated industry
Proven experience supporting boards, with a focus on engagement with non-executive directors
Experience drafting clear, accurate board and committee minutes
A track record of delivering high-quality work within structured timelines
Experience managing priorities to meet business and governance expectations
Experience with Diligent Boards and Diligent Entities

Responsibilities

Acting as the primary point of contact for boards and committees of certain regulated entities in the UK on all governance matters
Supporting independent Chairs in the effective and efficient running of boards and committee meetings
Managing annual board and committee performance reviews
Building and managing effective relationships with board and committee stakeholders, including independent directors, senior management, and external stakeholders such as auditors
Coordinating content of board and committee meeting reports, liaising with contributors, presenting governance reports at board and committee meetings, and accurately minuting and tracking meeting outcomes
Driving progress on governance projects and operational enhancements
Driving strategic direction while overseeing operational delivery for regulated entities
Monitoring and analysing developments in company law, financial services regulation, and corporate governance standards
Advising and mentoring junior team members to support their growth and performance
Managing and coordinating information request workflow for the team

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Company SecretarialCorporate GovernanceBoard ManagementCommittee ManagementUK Company LawFinancial Services RegulationGovernance ReportingMeeting MinutesStakeholder ManagementRegulatory Compliance

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What qualifications are required for the Senior Consultant, Company Secretarial role?

The role requires a Fellow or Associate of the Chartered Governance Institute, a qualified lawyer with governance experience, or equivalent professional experience, along with experience in financial services or a regulated industry.

What key skills and experiences are needed for this position?

Candidates need proven experience supporting boards with engagement with non-executive directors, drafting clear board minutes, delivering high-quality work within timelines, managing priorities, and experience with Diligent Boards and Diligent Entities.

Is this a remote position, or is there an office requirement?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What is the salary or compensation for this role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What is the company culture like at Northern Trust?

Northern Trust offers a flexible and collaborative work culture where partners achieve greater success, supported by financial strength.