Equiniti
Equiniti is a leading international provider of shareholder, pension, remediation, and credit technology. With over 6000 employees, it supports 37 million people in 120 countries. EQ is a fintech that connects the future of capital, communications, and governance, building trust and confidence in every market we serve. We are TRUSTED to deliver on our commitments, COMMERCIAL in building long term value, COLLABORATIVE in our approach and we IMPROVE by continually enhancing our skills and services. There has never been a better time to join EQ. Role Summary The role is for a Company Secretarial Professional at Senior Manager level, who will work as part of our team providing company secretarial advisory services to Prism Cosec clients. The individual would work on a portfolio of clients as part of a client delivery team and would be expected to delegate to and manage junior members within such teams. Business Function For many years Prism Cosec, part of the Equiniti Group, has been providing corporate governance best-practice and company secretarial services to quoted and unquoted companies seeking to operate UK governance standards. Our team of Chartered Secretaries has in-house experience at senior levels in FTSE listed companies, focusing on good board governance, meeting arrangements and procedures, and annual report. We provide a comprehensive set of company secretarial services and help clients fulfil their legal and regulatory obligations. Core Company Secretarial Responsibilities: The provision of high-quality company secretarial services and support to Prism's clients including, but not limited to, any of the following: Taking responsibility for your own portfolio of clients either as a Client Lead or as part of a client delivery team; such portfolio may consist of Main Market and AIM listed companies, and larger private limited companies Board and Committee meeting administration, including attending meetings in person where required Pre- and post-IPO company secretarial activity Advising on the UK Corporate Governance Code and QCA Corporate Governance Code, including undertaking gap analysis reviews Support with Annual Report and Accounts (which may include project management, drafting governance sections, design and printing) AGMs and shareholder meetings Drafting regulatory stock exchange announcements Demonstrating a sound understanding of the Companies Act 2006 Stock Exchange regulatory compliance including DTRs, UK Listing Rules and AIM Rules Advising on the application of the UK Market Abuse Regulations, management of insider lists and related communications Supporting clients as required with their Board and Committee performance reviews Company Secretarial mentoring Managing more junior members of the team in your client delivery team(s) The role will involve: Liaising with clients and their advisers whilst building and maintaining strong relationships Leading and delivering a high-quality end to end service as part of a client delivery team, adhering to standardised policies, procedures and service standards Developing and mentoring junior members of the team Keeping abreast of all professional developments in own area of work and undertaking such training as required The role will also involve working with the Client Directors to: Network internally with EQ business units and with external specialists (lawyers, advisers, accountants, brokers, NOMADs etc.) Develop and maintain knowledge of relevant products and services offered by the EQ Group Support our team's business development and marketing activities Help identify opportunities to improve services to clients through operational efficiency, automation and the use of technology Person Specification - Skills, Capabilities and Attributes: Academic & Professional Qualifications Fully qualified chartered secretary (ACG/FCG or equivalent) Expertise Strong company secretarial experience in a listed company or professional services business A comprehensive working knowledge of corporate governance issues Experience attending board and committee meetings and drafting of minutes Competencies High level of attention to detail and accuracy A proactive and flexible approach Excellent time management and organisation skills Resilient, able to work under pressure, cope with varying workloads, urgent projects and meet deadlines Interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with people at all levels Excellent reporting skills Strong verbal and written communication skills Team working The capability to work with numerical information, plus analytical and problem-solving skills A diplomatic approach and proven confidence to provide support to high-profile company staff and board members Experience of managing more junior team members Integrity and discretion when handling confidential information IT Knowhow Working knowledge of Diligent Entities and / or Kuberno Working knowledge of a Board portal, ideally Board Intelligence or Diligent Boardbooks Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, with a focus on intermediate to advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships. Please note any offer of employment is subject to satisfactory pre-employment screening checks. These consist of 5 year activity & GAP verification, DBS or Access NI, Credit, Sanctions & CIFAS checks
Equiniti is a leading international provider of shareholder, pension, remediation, and credit technology. With over 6000 employees, it supports 37 million people in 120 countries. EQ is a fintech that connects the future of capital, communications, and governance, building trust and confidence in every market we serve. We are TRUSTED to deliver on our commitments, COMMERCIAL in building long term value, COLLABORATIVE in our approach and we IMPROVE by continually enhancing our skills and services. There has never been a better time to join EQ. Role Summary The role is for a Company Secretarial Professional at Senior Manager level, who will work as part of our team providing company secretarial advisory services to Prism Cosec clients. The individual would work on a portfolio of clients as part of a client delivery team and would be expected to delegate to and manage junior members within such teams. Business Function For many years Prism Cosec, part of the Equiniti Group, has been providing corporate governance best-practice and company secretarial services to quoted and unquoted companies seeking to operate UK governance standards. Our team of Chartered Secretaries has in-house experience at senior levels in FTSE listed companies, focusing on good board governance, meeting arrangements and procedures, and annual report. We provide a comprehensive set of company secretarial services and help clients fulfil their legal and regulatory obligations. Core Company Secretarial Responsibilities: The provision of high-quality company secretarial services and support to Prism's clients including, but not limited to, any of the following: Taking responsibility for your own portfolio of clients either as a Client Lead or as part of a client delivery team; such portfolio may consist of Main Market and AIM listed companies, and larger private limited companies Board and Committee meeting administration, including attending meetings in person where required Pre- and post-IPO company secretarial activity Advising on the UK Corporate Governance Code and QCA Corporate Governance Code, including undertaking gap analysis reviews Support with Annual Report and Accounts (which may include project management, drafting governance sections, design and printing) AGMs and shareholder meetings Drafting regulatory stock exchange announcements Demonstrating a sound understanding of the Companies Act 2006 Stock Exchange regulatory compliance including DTRs, UK Listing Rules and AIM Rules Advising on the application of the UK Market Abuse Regulations, management of insider lists and related communications Supporting clients as required with their Board and Committee performance reviews Company Secretarial mentoring Managing more junior members of the team in your client delivery team(s) The role will involve: Liaising with clients and their advisers whilst building and maintaining strong relationships Leading and delivering a high-quality end to end service as part of a client delivery team, adhering to standardised policies, procedures and service standards Developing and mentoring junior members of the team Keeping abreast of all professional developments in own area of work and undertaking such training as required The role will also involve working with the Client Directors to: Network internally with EQ business units and with external specialists (lawyers, advisers, accountants, brokers, NOMADs etc.) Develop and maintain knowledge of relevant products and services offered by the EQ Group Support our team's business development and marketing activities Help identify opportunities to improve services to clients through operational efficiency, automation and the use of technology Person Specification - Skills, Capabilities and Attributes: Academic & Professional Qualifications Fully qualified chartered secretary (ACG/FCG or equivalent) Expertise Strong company secretarial experience in a listed company or professional services business A comprehensive working knowledge of corporate governance issues Experience attending board and committee meetings and drafting of minutes Competencies High level of attention to detail and accuracy A proactive and flexible approach Excellent time management and organisation skills Resilient, able to work under pressure, cope with varying workloads, urgent projects and meet deadlines Interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with people at all levels Excellent reporting skills Strong verbal and written communication skills Team working The capability to work with numerical information, plus analytical and problem-solving skills A diplomatic approach and proven confidence to provide support to high-profile company staff and board members Experience of managing more junior team members Integrity and discretion when handling confidential information IT Knowhow Working knowledge of Diligent Entities and / or Kuberno Working knowledge of a Board portal, ideally Board Intelligence or Diligent Boardbooks Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, with a focus on intermediate to advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships. Please note any offer of employment is subject to satisfactory pre-employment screening checks. These consist of 5 year activity & GAP verification, DBS or Access NI, Credit, Sanctions & CIFAS checks
Equiniti
Crawley, Sussex
Equiniti is a leading international provider of shareholder, pension, remediation, and credit technology. With over 6000 employees, it supports 37 million people in 120 countries. EQ's vision is to be the leading global share registrar, offering complementary services to its client base and our values set the core foundations to our success. We are TRUSTED to deliver on our commitments, COMMERCIAL in building long term value, COLLABORATIVE in our approach and we IMPROVE by continually enhancing our skills and services. There has never been a better time to join EQ. Core Duties/Responsibilities The Pensions Systems Analyst is responsible for software configuration to internal and external clients. Key aspects of the role are to: Undertake an analysis of pension's requirements from an outline of user requirements, or from a more detailed feasibility study. Agree the scope of work when undertaking a pension's analysis task and to provide accurate estimates to the relevant Project Manager for the work to be included. Develop and maintain Pension Scheme calculations across a range of products. Analyse Clients Pension Scheme data and establish data cleanse and data migration specifications (inclusive of data mapping). Define, configure, test, implement and maintain specific pension's elements across the whole suite of the Company's software. Continuously develop a professional, technical and commercially aware approach. Requirements Definition Undertake analysis on new pensions projects and/or enhancements to existing projects. Analyse changes and enhancements to client's pensions schemes by taking a view of their impact on the company's software as installed for the client. Liaise with clients to define pension calculation related processes using company utilities and techniques. Analyse Clients Pension Scheme data and establish data cleanse and data migration specifications (inclusive of data mapping). Skills, Knowledge & Experience Skills & Knowledge Administration of DB and / or DC Pensions Schemes. Good working Knowledge of UK Pensions Legislation and/or Actuarial (part) qualified. Ability to perform scheme calculations manually (supported by appropriate tools). Technical/Software development aptitude & ability. Capability to understand Pencalc, Workbench applications and supporting Data Model / Migration Tools. Knowledge of SQL / Oracle preferred. Qualifications & Experience Relevant qualifications in the Pensions & Actuarial Industry desirable (e.g. Pensions Management Institute Certification). UML Certification via ITSQB/ISEB or OMG desirable but not essential. Experience in the Pensions Industry, either as a Scheme Administrator or Business Analyst experienced in capturing requirements for Pensions IT Projects. Demonstrable software development capability. Demonstrate commercial awareness & operational efficiencies/income generation in current role. Essential Qualities Be approachable and responsive to colleagues and users and have an open-minded and constructive approach to problem solving. Demonstrate effective and probing appraisal of situations. To consult with relevant parties in resolving issues. Be self-motivated, demonstrating tenacity and objectivity in problem solving to get the job done effectively. What We Offer Save For Your Future - Equiniti Pension Plan; Equiniti matches your pension contributions up to 10% All Employee Long Term Incentive Plan (LTIP) - Gives all EQ Colleagues the opportunity to benefit if the current owners successfully sell the company for a profit. Health and Wellbeing - Employee Assistance Programme: counselling, legal & wellbeing support for colleagues and their households. Life assurance cover at 4x salary with the ability to purchase enhance cover. Employee discounts - Discounts and cashback at your favourite high street stores through our EQ Wins Platform. Flexible Benefits - The ability to purchase a wide variety of benefits through our flex plan; gadgets, travel insurance, will writing, holiday trading and more. Time Off - Typically 29 days holiday + bank holidays. 2 volunteer days to get involved with a charity of your choosing. Winning together - Equiniti ICON award vouchers; recognising the individuals going above and beyond to help the business succeed. Learning & Development - Investment in LinkedIn Learning for all colleagues. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships. Please note any offer of employment is subject to satisfactory pre-employment screening checks. These consist of 5 year activity & GAP verification, DBS or Access NI, Credit, Sanctions & CIFAS checks
Equiniti is a leading international provider of shareholder, pension, remediation, and credit technology. With over 6000 employees, it supports 37 million people in 120 countries. EQ's vision is to be the leading global share registrar, offering complementary services to its client base and our values set the core foundations to our success. We are TRUSTED to deliver on our commitments, COMMERCIAL in building long term value, COLLABORATIVE in our approach and we IMPROVE by continually enhancing our skills and services. There has never been a better time to join EQ. Core Duties/Responsibilities The Pensions Systems Analyst is responsible for software configuration to internal and external clients. Key aspects of the role are to: Undertake an analysis of pension's requirements from an outline of user requirements, or from a more detailed feasibility study. Agree the scope of work when undertaking a pension's analysis task and to provide accurate estimates to the relevant Project Manager for the work to be included. Develop and maintain Pension Scheme calculations across a range of products. Analyse Clients Pension Scheme data and establish data cleanse and data migration specifications (inclusive of data mapping). Define, configure, test, implement and maintain specific pension's elements across the whole suite of the Company's software. Continuously develop a professional, technical and commercially aware approach. Requirements Definition Undertake analysis on new pensions projects and/or enhancements to existing projects. Analyse changes and enhancements to client's pensions schemes by taking a view of their impact on the company's software as installed for the client. Liaise with clients to define pension calculation related processes using company utilities and techniques. Analyse Clients Pension Scheme data and establish data cleanse and data migration specifications (inclusive of data mapping). Skills, Knowledge & Experience Skills & Knowledge Administration of DB and / or DC Pensions Schemes. Good working Knowledge of UK Pensions Legislation and/or Actuarial (part) qualified. Ability to perform scheme calculations manually (supported by appropriate tools). Technical/Software development aptitude & ability. Capability to understand Pencalc, Workbench applications and supporting Data Model / Migration Tools. Knowledge of SQL / Oracle preferred. Qualifications & Experience Relevant qualifications in the Pensions & Actuarial Industry desirable (e.g. Pensions Management Institute Certification). UML Certification via ITSQB/ISEB or OMG desirable but not essential. Experience in the Pensions Industry, either as a Scheme Administrator or Business Analyst experienced in capturing requirements for Pensions IT Projects. Demonstrable software development capability. Demonstrate commercial awareness & operational efficiencies/income generation in current role. Essential Qualities Be approachable and responsive to colleagues and users and have an open-minded and constructive approach to problem solving. Demonstrate effective and probing appraisal of situations. To consult with relevant parties in resolving issues. Be self-motivated, demonstrating tenacity and objectivity in problem solving to get the job done effectively. What We Offer Save For Your Future - Equiniti Pension Plan; Equiniti matches your pension contributions up to 10% All Employee Long Term Incentive Plan (LTIP) - Gives all EQ Colleagues the opportunity to benefit if the current owners successfully sell the company for a profit. Health and Wellbeing - Employee Assistance Programme: counselling, legal & wellbeing support for colleagues and their households. Life assurance cover at 4x salary with the ability to purchase enhance cover. Employee discounts - Discounts and cashback at your favourite high street stores through our EQ Wins Platform. Flexible Benefits - The ability to purchase a wide variety of benefits through our flex plan; gadgets, travel insurance, will writing, holiday trading and more. Time Off - Typically 29 days holiday + bank holidays. 2 volunteer days to get involved with a charity of your choosing. Winning together - Equiniti ICON award vouchers; recognising the individuals going above and beyond to help the business succeed. Learning & Development - Investment in LinkedIn Learning for all colleagues. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships. Please note any offer of employment is subject to satisfactory pre-employment screening checks. These consist of 5 year activity & GAP verification, DBS or Access NI, Credit, Sanctions & CIFAS checks
