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Are you an experienced Company Secretary looking for a role where you can take ownership and make a real impact? Would you like to come and work for a well-established and prestigious law firm, right in the heart of Edinburgh city centre? Easily commutable from Musselburg, Dalkeith, Livingston, Bathgate, Linlithgow and surrounding areas click apply for full job details

Birchrose Associates is representing a well-established London law firm, recognised for its collaborative culture and strong reputation across real estate, dispute resolution and private wealth, in the search for a Legal PA to join its Tax & Estate Planning team on an 8-month fixed-term contract. The Firm A well-established mid-tier law firm based in Central London, specialising in real estate, dispute resolution and private wealth. The firm acts for a diverse client base including multinationals, public and private companies, partnerships, public sector organisations and high-net-worth individuals. T he Opportunity The successful Legal PA will provide high-level secretarial and administrative support to 6 fee earners within the Tax & Estate Planning team. Duties will include: Audio and copy typing Managing client files, including opening and closing Preparing draft bills and obtaining billing guides Creating and maintaining client records Managing client queries and liaising with stakeholders Diary management, including organising meetings, appointments, and lunches Arranging travel for fee earners Coordinating file reviews and liaising with Risk & Compliance Assisting with booking training courses Supporting the wider team with overflow work This Legal PA opportunity is a full-time, 12 month fixed-term contract role, working Monday - Friday, 9:30am - 5:30pm Requirements Previous experience as a Legal Secretary/PA within Private Client Legal Secretary/PA experience supporting multiple fee earners in a busy environment (5+ preferred) Vacancy Highlights 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) Contributory pension scheme Private medical insurance Season ticket loan Hybrid working (3 days office / 2 days remote) To be considered for this Legal PA opportunity please contact Birchrose Associates for a confidential discussion. Birchrose Associates, trading name of Huntress Search Ltd, acts as a Recruitment Agency in relation to all Permanent roles and as a Recruitment Business in relation to all Temporary roles. We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout. PLEASE NOTE: We can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK.

Legal Secretary - Contentious Probate Location: Leicester Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent About the Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Legal Secretary to join a busy and supportive Contentious Probate team based in Leicester. This role is ideal for a highly organised individual with strong secretarial and administrative skills who enjoys working in a fast-paced legal environment. You will provide essential support to fee earners, ensuring work is completed efficiently and to a high standard while contributing to the smooth running of the department. Key Responsibilities Managing and maintaining legal documents and files. Transcribing and proofreading correspondence, including letters and emails. Audio typing and document production. Scanning, photocopying, paginating, and filing documents. Opening new client files and completing compliance and identification checks. Preparing client care documentation and engagement letters. Providing general administrative and secretarial support to the team. Assisting with diary management and other ad hoc duties as required. About You The successful candidate will possess: Previous legal secretarial experience, ideally within Contentious Probate or Litigation. Strong document management and document formatting skills. Excellent typing and audio typing abilities. High levels of accuracy and attention to detail. Strong organisational and time management skills. The ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. A proactive and professional approach to work. A willingness to learn and develop within a specialist legal team. What's on Offer Competitive salary and benefits package. Hybrid and flexible working opportunities. Generous annual leave entitlement. Private healthcare and wellbeing support. Pension scheme. Professional development and training opportunities. A collaborative and supportive working environment. Employee recognition and reward initiatives. Regular social and wellbeing events. Please submit your CV if you have relevant experience and are intereste din this position

Conveyancing Assistant Ashton-under-Lyne From 25,000 per annum + Quarterly Bonus Scheme Full-Time Office-Based (5 Days per Week) Rupert Wood & Son Solicitors is seeking an experienced and proactive Conveyancing Assistant to join our busy residential property team in Ashton-under-Lyne. This is an excellent opportunity for a candidate with at least 2 years of conveyancing experience who is looking to further develop their career within a supportive and established law firm. About the Role We are looking for a Conveyancing Assistant who has a strong understanding of the conveyancing process from instruction through to post-completion. You will provide essential support to fee earners, manage client communications, and ensure transactions progress smoothly and efficiently. This role requires someone who is confident liaising with clients, estate agents, and third parties, and who can work independently while maintaining a high level of accuracy and professionalism. Key Responsibilities Supporting fee earners with residential conveyancing transactions from start to finish Reviewing, checking, and finalising documents returned by an external dictation service Communicating with clients, estate agents, and third parties via telephone and email Providing clients with appropriate updates throughout the conveyancing process Maintaining and updating case management systems, including LEAP Handling SDLT submissions Preparing and submitting AP1 applications Dealing with notice fees and management packs Managing post-completion matters and sending documents on behalf of fee earners Maintaining accurate file records and ensuring compliance with firm procedures Requirements Minimum 2 years' experience in a Conveyancing Assistant, Conveyancing Secretary, or similar residential property support role Strong understanding of the conveyancing process from instruction through to completion and post-completion Experience using case management systems (LEAP experience desirable) Excellent communication and client care skills Ability to confidently communicate progress updates to clients and stakeholders Strong attention to detail and organisational skills Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment Reliable and able to commute to Ashton-under-Lyne five days per week What's on Offer? Salary from 25,000+ , depending on experience Quarterly bonus scheme available to all employees Opportunity to join a respected and supportive legal practice Long-term career development within a growing conveyancing team Friendly and collaborative working environment If you have a solid conveyancing background and are looking for your next opportunity with a well-established firm, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today.

Legal Secretary A leading national law firm is looking to appoint a Legal Secretary to join its Commercial Dispute Resolution team in Birmingham. This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and proactive Legal Secretary to provide high-quality secretarial and administrative support within a busy, collaborative and well-regarded disputes practice. The successful Legal Secretary will support fee-earners across a broad range of commercial dispute matters, helping to ensure the smooth running of client files, documents, correspondence, diaries and billing processes. This role would suit a confident Legal Secretary who enjoys working in a fast-paced legal environment, has strong attention to detail and wants to be part of a supportive national firm with genuine development opportunities. You must have prior legal secretarial experience to be considered for this role. The Legal Secretary will be joining a national Commercial Dispute Resolution team advising on a wide variety of disputes, including asset finance litigation, shareholder and boardroom disputes, professional negligence, breach of contract claims, restrictive covenant matters and private wealth disputes. The team works with private individuals, corporates and wider business clients across both national and international matters. The role will involve diary management, document production, file management, preparing correspondence and legal documents, liaising with clients and external parties, supporting billing processes and ensuring compliance with internal policies and procedures. The successful candidate will play an important role in supporting fee-earners and contributing to the wider success of the team. The Legal Secretary The successful Legal Secretary will ideally have: At least 12 months' experience as a Legal Secretary Previous experience within litigation or dispute resolution would be advantageous Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise a varied workload Excellent written and verbal communication skills Confidence liaising with clients, colleagues and external parties Good document production and file management skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office and case management systems Strong attention to detail The ability to work independently and as part of a team A professional, proactive and reliable approach In Return Competitive salary Annual bonus opportunity Hybrid working flexibility High-quality commercial dispute resolution work Supportive and collaborative team environment Strong training and development opportunities Clear long-term career support Comprehensive benefits package Regular office presence with flexibility This is a strong opportunity for a Legal Secretary looking to join a forward-thinking national firm, support a busy Commercial Dispute Resolution team and continue developing within a professional, personable and ambitious environment.

Are you an experienced Private Client Secretary looking to join a well-established law firm with an excellent reputation for client care and a supportive working environment? Our client is a respected and long-standing firm in Eastbourne, combining traditional values with a modern and progressive approach to legal services. They are seeking an experienced Private Client Secretary to join their friendly and collaborative Private Client team. This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated Private Client Secretary to become part of a firm that genuinely values its staff and offers a stable and welcoming working environment. The Role Supporting a busy Private Client department, your responsibilities will include: Audio and copy typing of legal documents and correspondence Managing diaries, appointments, and meetings Liaising with clients in a professional and empathetic manner Preparing legal documentation relating to Wills, Probate, Trusts, and Lasting Powers of Attorney Opening and closing files Assisting fee earners with administrative and secretarial support Handling telephone and email enquiries Maintaining accurate client records and case management systems About You To be considered for this position, it is essential that you have previous experience working as a Private Client Secretary within a Private Client department. You will also possess: Strong typing and administrative skills Excellent attention to detail A professional and client-focused approach The ability to prioritise workloads effectively Strong communication and organisational skills Experience supporting Private Client fee earners What's on Offer? The opportunity to join a highly regarded and supportive firm Friendly and collaborative working environment Long-term career stability Competitive salary dependent on experience A modern firm culture whilst maintaining traditional client-focused values If you are an experienced Private Client Secretary seeking your next opportunity in Eastbourne, we would love to hear from you. This role would suit a proactive Private Client Secretary who enjoys working as part of a close-knit and professional team. GWV Talent Solutions Limited (trading as Gerrard White Consulting and Vermelo RPO) acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary and contract workers. By applying for this job you accept the terms of our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service Agreement which can be found at (url removed)

Are you an experience Legal Secretary or Paralegal with Residential Conveyancing experience? Are you looking for a role that will allow you to further grow and develop? Our superb new client based near Brandon, Suffolk is seeking an experienced Conveyancing Paralegal to join them on a full-time permanent basis to compliment there existing team, working Monday to Friday 9.00am - 5.00pm. As Conveyancing Paralegal, you will be:- Opening and closing case files Preparing draft contracts and correspondence Conducting online Land Registry searches Updating case management systems Dealing with client queries, answering calls and making calls to chase up information. All related administrative duties such as post, filing, etc. To be considered for the role of Conveyancing Paralegal, it is essential:- That you have already gained some recent conveyancing support experience Have superb communication and organisational skills You will thrive on working as part of a busy team and equally able to work independently Excellent relationship building skills In return our client will offer a competitive market rate salary of c 28,000+ depending on time spent in a similar and experience, private healthcare, pension scheme, 25 days annual leave plus statutory leave and additional days allocated over the festive period, discount on services, training and development and much more. Send your CV now with details of your salary expectations for review. Infinity Recruitment Consultancy Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent, contract and temporary recruitment. By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Infinity Recruitment Consultancy Limited, your personal data may be added to our database as part of the application process. Our privacy policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.

Private Client Legal Secretary Frome Flexible Working Up to 29,500 + Bonus If you're a Private Client Legal Secretary who takes real pride in client care, organisation and being the person who keeps everything running smoothly - this could be a genuinely lovely role to step into. You'll be joining a long-established, people-focused regional law firm with deep roots in the local community and a reputation for first-class client service. The culture is supportive, down-to-earth and genuinely team driven - somewhere people tend to stay and grow. This is the kind of role where you're trusted, valued and treated as a key part of the client experience - not just "support". The Role: Supporting a busy and friendly Private Client team, you'll be involved in: Audio and copy typing (Wills, LPAs, Probate, Trusts and Estate work) Managing diaries, appointments and client meetings Preparing legal documents and correspondence Liaising with clients, families and third parties with sensitivity and professionalism File opening, compliance and case management updates General team and administrative support What We Are Looking For: Previous Legal Secretary experience (Private Client experience desirable) Strong organisation and attention to detail Warm, professional client manner Confident using case management systems and Microsoft Office Someone who enjoys being part of a supportive, collaborative team What Is in It for You: Salary up to 30,000 + bonus scheme Flexible working options 28 days annual leave + bank holidays Enhanced pension contribution Training and development support Additional leave opportunities and recognition for extra responsibilities Friendly, community-focused culture with strong staff retention Social events, wellbeing initiatives and team recognition perks If you're not actively job hunting but open to hearing about genuinely good opportunities, I would love to have a confidential chat. Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work. Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities.

We are seeking an experienced Temporary Legal Secretary to provide high-quality administrative and secretarial support within a busy Residential Conveyancing team. The role is to ensure the smooth progression of property transactions from instruction through to completion, supporting fee earners with accurate and timely document production and client communication. Provide full secretarial support to conveyancing fee earners. Assist with residential property transactions including sales, purchases, re-mortgages, and transfers of equity. Audio and copy typing of legal correspondence and documents. Drafting standard letters and emails from dictation or templates. Opening, closing, and archiving client files in line with compliance requirements. Maintaining accurate electronic and paper filing systems. Communicating with clients, estate agents, solicitors, mortgage lenders, and other third parties. Handling inbound telephone enquiries professionally and directing where appropriate. Providing updates to clients as directed by fee earners. THE CONSULTANCY: Edwards & Pearce acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Edwards & Pearce is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an Administrator / Receptionist to join support services department at a well-established professional services firm, with a strong reputation for delivering expert advice across a broad range of sectors. As an Administrator / Receptionist, you will be handling daily mailroom activities, including preparing outgoing post and completing deliveries and collections. This role offers competitive salary and benefits. This role may require travel to another office location to provide planned cover during annual leave or staff absence. They would also consider candidates from other professional office environments and with Legal Secretary or Legal Assistant experience. You will be responsible for: Receiving, sorting and distributing incoming mail, including internal correspondence. Collecting and processing post throughout the day in line with office procedures. Carrying out internal courier and messenger duties across the office. Producing copies and scanning documentation as required. Providing professional reception and switchboard support, welcoming visitors and managing telephone enquiries. Organising and scheduling meeting rooms, ensuring they are prepared for use. Assisting with the administration, storage and retrieval of archived files and legal documentation through external records management providers. Supporting the wider office with additional administrative and operational tasks as requested by management. What we are looking for: Previously worked as an Administrator, Receptionist, Office Administrator, Administrative Assistant, Legal Administrator, Legal secretary, legal assistant, Medical receptionist, Medical Secretary, Admin, Administration Assistant, Front of House Assistant or in a similar role. Experience working in an office environment, preferably a law firm. Confident IT skills, including the ability to use office systems, intranet resources and online databases. Strong attention to detail with the ability to prioritise a varied workload and manage multiple tasks effectively Apply today to be considered for this fantastic opportunity to join a successful organisation in a varied and rewarding Front of House Assistant position. Important Information: We endeavour to process your personal data in a fair and transparent manner. In applying for this role, Additional Resources will be acting in your best interest and may contact you in relation to the role, either by email, phone or text message. For more information see our Privacy Policy on our website. It is important you are aware of your individual rights and the provisions the company has put in place to protect your data. If you would like further information on the policy or GDPR please contact us. Additional Resources are an Employment Business and an Employment Agency as defined within The Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.

Family Legal Secretary Location: Reading The Opportunity A prestigious Top 50 UK law firm is seeking an experienced Family Legal Secretary to join its highly regarded Family team in Reading. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive and organised legal support professional to work alongside leading family law specialists, providing comprehensive secretarial and administrative support across a broad range of family law matters. The firm offers a collaborative working environment, excellent career development opportunities, and a strong commitment to employee well being. Key Responsibilities Providing high-level secretarial support to fee earners within the Family team. Managing diaries, scheduling meetings, and coordinating appointments. Preparing, formatting, and amending legal documents and correspondence. Handling client communications professionally and efficiently. Opening and closing files in accordance with firm procedures. Managing document production, filing, and matter administration. Assisting with billing, time recording, and expense management. Liaising with clients, courts, barristers, and other third parties. Maintaining accurate records and ensuring compliance with firm policies and procedures. Candidate Requirements Previous experience as a Legal Secretary, ideally within Family Law. Strong administrative and organisational skills with excellent attention to detail. Exceptional communication and client care skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and work to deadlines. Proficient in Microsoft Office and legal case management systems. A proactive, flexible, and team-oriented approach. Professional, discreet, and able to handle sensitive and confidential information. What's on Offer The opportunity to join a highly respected Top 50 UK law firm. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. Hybrid working arrangements. A supportive and collaborative team environment. Ongoing training and career development opportunities. Exposure to high-quality family law work and leading legal professionals. Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.

Would you like a Legal Secretary role that will see you make an impact in an innovative, progressive firm that offers hybrid working , and prides itself on putting its people first along with their clients, and fostering a culture of career development and progression ? Would you like the chance to work in a collaborative culture where your ideas are valued? An exciting Legal Secretary opportunity has arisen at the stunning offices of our client, one of the UK's top law firms where you will be providing support to partners and wide team members within the highly collaborative, busy, high performing and ambitious Residential Estates team . Your lynchpin role will be varied with no day being the same, and will encompass both traditional secretarial duties (supporting see fee earners working on complex residential matters e.g. leasehold enfranchisement and asset management, so that they can maximise their time) as well as assisting the team with managing client relationships, coordinating business development activities, and supporting presentations and events. As a Legal Secretary your new role will involve: Complex diary management and schedules, setting up meetings, calls and appointments Preparing, formatting, and amending legal documents and reports Assisting with preparation for meetings and follow up on behalf of fee earners Preparing presentations, and material for conferences / speaking engagement Preparing pitches, presentations and client materials for business development purposes Maintaining up to date information on the CRM system Supporting with billing and expenses, and producing financial reports Working alongside business support teams (e.g. document production) internally to ensure tasks are completed to deadlines Acting as a key and trusted point of contact for clients I am very interested in speaking with candidates who have experience working as a Legal Secretary, Legal PA, PA, Personal Assistant, or Secretary (from within a professional services environment) supporting multiple fee earners / professionals, and who have a experience of knowledge of the Long Leasehold Property Market. A passion for empathetic client care and adaptability , along with the ability to prioritise your own workload and solid proof reading, accuracy and IT skills (MS Office) are important for this Legal Secretary opportunity. Experience / knowledge of BigHand or Peppermint would be attractive but isn't essential. Salary for this position is c. 40,000 (depending on level of experience). Benefits include: hybrid working, life assurance, private healthcare, Group Income Protection, your birthday off (if it falls on a working day), charity day to use each year, Employee Assistance Programme, and company social events. The company's stunning offices are only a short walk from Victoria train station in London, and there are bus routes close by as well . Meridian Business Support is a recruitment specialist acting on behalf of our client as an Employment Agency for this vacancy.

Conveyancing Assistant 28,000 to 31,000 per annum, Monday to Friday 09:00 to 17:00pm, Permanent, BS36 North Bristol, 33 days holiday, pension, annual bonus, friendly office plus more. An opportunity has arisen for a conveyancing assistant to join a very well established law firm. This firm are a long standing, reputable law firm with a large client base and pride themselves in their local relationships. The conveyancing assistant joining their business in Bristol would gain the opportunity to work within their team orientated environment as a part of there ever expanding business. Working within a personable and friendly team, this role will see you : Assist the Conveyancer to progress the transaction in accordance with laid down procedures and standards. Liaison with clients and keeping them properly informed at all times. To provide support and assistance to the team supervisor as and when required. Ensure the Case Management system is used to progress cases and is kept up to date at all times if applicable. Provide first point of contact for telephone calls and visitors to the branch / office taking messages, handling queries using own initiative and knowledge and escalate to Conveyancer where required. To work in the best interest of the client and the firm and provide the highest standards of client care at all times. To handle all monies belonging to clients within the Solicitors Regulatory Authority and/or Law Society guidelines and as may be directed by the firm's financial regulations as set out in the Office Procedures Manual. To assist in the training of other staff as required, including the provision of training in the use and application of SOS Connect case management system or any replacement for that system. To carry out such other duties as may reasonably be required in relation to a post of this nature This conveyancing assistant will have a need for the successful candidate to have experience working on a large case load within a fast paced environment. The conveyancing assistant will have previous experience working within residential property and hold case management system experience. This would be the ideal role for someone who has worked as a conveyancing secretary, conveyancing paralegal or conveyancing assistant. Benefits include : Competitive salary of up to 31,000 per annum 33 days Holiday including bank holidays Pension Life assurance Annual bonus Friendly and personable office environment Local parking available Apply today to actively move forward with this opportunity. You can also apply direct to (url removed). For Further information, please call Richard Hughes on (phone number removed) or (phone number removed). Travail Employment Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Thanks for your application. Due to the high level of responses we are currently receiving, whilst we endeavour to contact everyone, sometimes we are unable to. If you have not heard from us within 10 working days of making your application, please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Your new company This purpose-driven, regulated financial services organisation is looking for a Company Secretary Assistant to join their team in Bristol. With a strong focus on responsible governance and sustainable impact, this organisation offers a collaborative and values-led culture where employees are empowered to contribute to meaningful change. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your governance career within a highly respected and well-structured environment. You will need to be able to attend the central Bristol office 2 days per week. Your new role As Company Secretary Assistant, you will play a key supporting role in delivering high-quality company secretarial and governance services. Working closely with the Company Secretary and senior stakeholders, you will help ensure the organisation meets its regulatory obligations while maintaining best practice governance standards. This is a hands-on role offering exposure to Board and Committee activity, as well as the opportunity to build strong relationships across the business.Key responsibilities include: Supporting the coordination of Board and Committee meetings, including preparing agendas, collating papers, and taking minutes Assisting in maintaining statutory registers and ensuring compliance with Companies House and regulatory filing requirements Helping to support effective governance frameworks, policies, and internal controls Assisting with the administration of governance processes, including policy management and delegations frameworks Supporting the delivery of the annual report, including governance-related disclosures Liaising with internal stakeholders to ensure timely and high-quality submission of Board materials Assisting with shareholder communications and governance documentation Supporting Board and Committee evaluations, training, and induction processes Monitoring governance developments and regulatory changes to support best practice What you'll need to succeed This role would suit an ambitious governance professional looking to build their career in company secretarial within a regulated environment.You will ideally have: Progress towards or interest in a relevant qualification (e.g. CGI / Governance Institute) or equivalent professional background Previous experience in a company secretarial, governance, legal, or compliance support role An understanding of corporate governance principles and regulatory environments (financial services experience advantageous) Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities to tight deadlines High attention to detail and accuracy in documentation and reporting Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong interpersonal skills with the confidence to work with senior stakeholders A proactive, flexible approach and a positive "can-do" attitude An interest in sustainability, responsible business, or purpose-led organisations is desirable What you'll get in return This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your company secretarial career within a supportive and forward-thinking organisation. In return, you will receive: Exposure to senior governance forums, including Board and Committees Structured career development and support with professional qualifications A collaborative, inclusive, and values-led culture Competitive salary and benefits package The opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a purpose-driven organisation Apply now If you are looking to take the next step in your company secretarial or governance career, this role offers the perfect platform to grow and develop. Please contact Harriet Chapman at Hays Legal for further information on the role. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Your new company This purpose-led financial services organisation with a strong commitment to sustainable outcomes is looking for a Company Secretary to join their team in Bristol. Operating within an international group structure, this organisation plays a key role in driving governance excellence and supporting long-term strategic decision-making. You will become part of a collaborative and values-driven environment where governance, transparency, and positive impact are at the forefront of everything they do. You will need to be able to attend the office in central Bristol twice per week. Your new role As Company Secretary, you will hold a pivotal leadership position at the heart of corporate governance. Reporting to the Head of Legal, you will ensure the organisation maintains the highest standards of regulatory compliance, governance best practice, and board effectiveness, working closely with the Deputy Co Sec. This is a highly visible role with regular interaction across the Board, Executive Committee, and senior leadership, offering the opportunity to influence strategic direction and governance frameworks. Key responsibilities include: Acting as a trusted advisor to the Board and Committees, ensuring effective governance, decision-making, and regulatory compliance Managing and coordinating Board and Committee meetings, including agendas, papers, and governance reporting frameworks Maintaining statutory records and overseeing compliance with Companies Act requirements and regulatory obligations Leading governance initiatives, including Board evaluations, succession planning, and committee effectiveness Supporting shareholder engagement and advising on constitutional and governance matters Overseeing the annual report process, including governance and regulatory disclosures Managing internal governance frameworks, including policy management, delegations, and powers of attorney Providing expert guidance on regulatory developments and governance best practices (horizon scanning) Building strong relationships with internal stakeholders, regulators, and external advisors What you'll need to succeed To be successful in this role, you will bring a combination of technical expertise, commercial awareness, and excellent stakeholder management skills. You will ideally have: A recognised professional qualification (e.g. Chartered Secretary/Governance Professional, ACA/ACCA/CIMA, or Solicitor), or equivalent experience Proven experience (at least 3 years) as a Company Secretary in financial services (or another regulated sector) and/or demonstrable significant experience, operating at a senior level, in all aspects of company secretarial work, preferably with experience of working in a highly regulated sector. Strong knowledge of UK corporate governance and regulatory requirements Experience supporting Boards and senior committees in complex organisations Outstanding organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and tight deadlines Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence at senior level A proactive, collaborative mindset with a "can-do" attitude An interest in sustainability, responsible business, or social impact is highly desirable What you'll get in return In return, you will have the opportunity to shape governance within a highly respected organisation and play a key role in its ongoing success.You can expect: A senior, high-impact role with significant board exposure The opportunity to work in a purpose-driven, values-led environment A collaborative and supportive culture Professional development and ongoing career progression opportunities Competitive salary and benefits package Apply now If you are an experienced Company Secretary or governance professional looking for your next senior challenge, we would love to hear from you. Please contact Harriet Chapman on (phone number removed) for further information on this opportunity. Apply today to explore this unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a forward-thinking financial services organisation. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Conveyancing Legal Secretary South East London Salary - 24,000 to 30,000 DOE Full-Time, Permanent, office based Right Match Recruitment Group is recruiting for a renowned Conveyancing Law firm based in South East London, dedicated to providing exceptional service and expertise to their clients. We are currently seeking a motivated and experienced Conveyancing Legal Secretary to join their dynamic team. Key Responsibilities: Providing comprehensive secretarial support to the conveyancing solicitors. Managing client communications, including responding to emails, letters, and telephone enquiries. Preparing and drafting legal documents and correspondence related to residential and commercial property transactions. Maintaining and updating client files, ensuring all documentation is accurately recorded and stored. Conducting searches and handling Land Registry applications. Candidate Requirements: Proven experience as a legal secretary within conveyancing. Excellent knowledge of conveyancing procedures and terminology. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and familiar with case management software. Strong organisational skills with a keen attention to detail. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. High level of discretion and confidentiality. Strong time management skills and the ability to prioritise tasks effectively. If you are a dedicated and proactive individual with a passion for conveyancing, we would love to hear from you. Please contact Kirsty Cutts on or call (phone number removed) INDKC