A company secretary is a senior position within a private or public company, responsible for the efficient administration of the company, particularly with regard to ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements and for ensuring that decisions of the board of directors are implemented.
Company Secretary roles and responsibilities
Corporate governance: Advising the board of directors on corporate governance mattersEnsuring compliance with relevant legislation (e.g., the Companies Act)Organising and attending board and shareholder meetings, including preparing agendas and minutesCompliance: Maintaining statutory registers and recordsFiling statutory returns and notifications with regulatory authorities (e.g., Companies House)Monitoring changes in relevant legislationAdministration: Managing share transfers and other share capital transactionsHandling correspondence with shareholdersMaintaining company recordsMinute taking at board meetings
Company Secretary qualifications, skills and experience
A professional qualification from the Chartered Governance Institute (ICSA) or equivalent is highly desirableStrong knowledge of company law and corporate governance principlesExperience in company secretarial practiceStrong organisational skills
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