BAE Systems Intelligence & Security is looking for a Senior Assistant Company Secretary to lead our subsidiary governance team and ensure effective governance across the Group's portfolio. You will play a key role in delivering advanced, technology-led defence and security solutions from our inclusive London office.
What You'll Do
- Lead the subsidiary governance team and take responsibility for the effective governance of the Group's subsidiary portfolio.
- Act as Company Secretary for designated subsidiaries and communicate the subsidiary governance framework to all relevant stakeholders.
- Support senior directors and officers on governance, company law, and regulatory matters.
- Manage board meetings, draft proposals and resolutions, produce minutes, and submit statutory and regulatory filings.
- Oversee director induction programmes, governance training, and company secretarial aspects of corporate events.
- Manage the Group's corporate structure through incorporations, strike-offs, and liquidations.
- Contribute to plc governance reporting and advise on Articles of Association and proposed changes for domestic and overseas subsidiaries.
- Lead on AGM preparation and support annual report processes.
- Review statutory accounts and Directors' Reports for accuracy and compliance.
What We're Looking For
- Chartered Governance Institute (CGI) qualified professional, or holder of an equivalent qualification.
- Proven experience in a corporate secretariat function, ideally within a plc.
- In-depth knowledge of the Companies Act 2006, company secretarial practices, and ancillary regulations, including Disclosure Guidance & Transparency Rules, Listed Rules, UK Governance Code, EU Market Abuse Regulation, and Shareholder Rights Directive.
- Strong leadership skills, effectively guiding teams, managing workloads, and supporting colleagues in achieving business objectives.
- Proficient with Blueprint/GEMS and Microsoft Office.
- Able to advise on compliance, governance, and corporate events across subsidiaries.
- Proven experience dealing with senior executives.
Technical Stack
- Blueprint/GEMS
- Microsoft Office
Team & Environment
Sits within the Head Office Legal function.
Benefits & Compensation
- Circa £108,000 salary depending on experience
- Executive benefits
- Lifelong learning
- Meaningful work
- Rewards tailored to personal and family priorities
- Support for financial and personal wellbeing
- Balanced lifestyle
Work Mode
This is a hybrid role based at Stirling Square, London.
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