Summary: The Assistant Company Secretary role at RNLI is a temporary position for up to 6 months, focusing on governance and compliance within the organization. The successful candidate will support the Company Secretary and manage statutory records, meetings, and governance advice. This role requires a blend of independent work and teamwork, with a commitment to the RNLI's mission of saving lives at sea. The position offers a hybrid working arrangement, with an expectation of working in Poole two days a week.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support and deputize for the Company Secretary in meetings.
• Draft and review minutes and provide governance advice.
• Ensure statutory compliance and maintain statutory records.
• Assist in the production and approval of the Annual Report and Accounts.
• Maintain the annual governance and compliance calendar.
• Advise the Chair, Chief Executive, and Executive Team on company secretarial matters.
• Support key Company Secretary projects and manage the AGM and related meetings.
• Assist in the recruitment process of trustee candidates and committee members.
• Monitor legislative changes and maintain governing documents.
• Manage online board portal functionality.

Key Skills:

• Graduate Member of the Corporate Governance Institute or equivalent qualifications.
• 2 years’ Company Secretarial experience or recognized qualifications.
• Expert understanding of governance and company secretarial practice.
• Familiarity with spreadsheets, databases, and board packs.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced and challenging environment.

Salary (Rate): 41050

City: Poole

Country: England

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other