Board Secretariat Manager (12 Month Secondment)
- Employer
- PwC
- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Salary
- Competitive
- Closing date
- 8 Sep 2024
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- Sector
- Accounting - practice
- Salary band
- Competitive
- Contract type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
- Where will they be working
- Hybrid - mostly office
Job Details
Location: PwC Embankment Place, London
Who we are looking for
We are looking for a Manager to join the in-house PwC Board Secretariat team on secondment for 12 months. We are seeking an experienced company secretarial governance professional with good technical acumen and a proactive approach. The ability to work autonomously and to consistently produce high quality work to tight deadlines are also important aspects of this role.
The Board Secretariat team supports the firm's Boards and Committees to ensure they are fulfilling their responsibilities under the Members' Agreement and their own Terms of Reference. The team undertakes the ongoing legal compliance matters under the Companies Act for the firm's 60+ entities and provides governance advice for senior leadership (including on specific projects such as the ASP election, the SB election, the Transparency report etc). In essence, the team facilitates the effective and efficient running of the firm's governance rhythm.
About the role
This role is a secondment/cycle of experience opportunity for someone to increase their understanding of the UK firm's governance.
The successful candidate will have responsibility for company secretarial duties and statutory compliance for a portfolio of entities within the PwC UK group. He/she will lead as the secretary to certain board committees, which will include planning and creating agendas, drafting high quality formal minutes etc. The role involves working collaboratively with team members to assist with regard to board and committee matters, including deputising where appropriate, as well as potential for managing and taking ownership of certain governance projects. A key aspect of the role will be to quickly develop strong relationships and the ideal candidate will be experienced in working with senior stakeholders.
This is an interesting, fast-paced and varied role, right at the heart of the firm. It is an exciting opportunity to broaden exposure to senior management in a regulated business environment and to develop their business knowledge at the core of PwC UK.
The following qualification, skills and experience are required for this role:
Qualification:
- Must possess a Chartered Company Secretary (ACG) qualification (or an international equivalent) or
- Solicitor; or
- Chartered Accountant or
- Other relevant professional qualification
Essential skills and experience:
The successful candidate is likely to have 3+ years relevant post qualification experience and will possess the following skills and experience:
- Strong knowledge of and interest in governance and company law;
- Experience of leading on the planning, attending and drafting accurate summaries / minutes in formal meetings with senior stakeholders (highly desirable: experience performing this role with board and committee meetings);
- Experience of carrying out company secretarial duties and statutory compliance for group entities, ideally including familiarity with Diligent Entities;
- The ability to operate with diplomacy and discretion;
- Experience of working with highly confidential and sensitive information;
- Extremely strong written and verbal communication skills;
- Ability to build effective relationships within the team and across the firm, including with senior stakeholders;
- A proactive approach with good judgement and attention to detail; and
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage stakeholder expectations and navigate changing priorities and requirements.
Company
Our values define how we do things. And our purpose is why we exist - now more than ever - to build trust in society and solve important problems for our clients and our communities. In a world we no longer recognise, we need to rely on the strength and agility of our people to help us to navigate these uncertain times.
We're committed to ensuring that care and our people's wellbeing remains central to our culture. While we may not know what’s ahead, we can do all we can to help shape the future. As we continue to navigate this unprecedented time, it’s important that we support our people, to help them take care of themselves and to ensure the right support is available when it’s needed.
For now, we ask you to join our talent network and stay in touch with what’s happening in real time, including new possibilities as they arise. Visit our website for more information on how we’re responding to this pandemic and what changes we’re making to our recruitment process.
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PwC
Opportunities are at the heart of a career with us. Opportunities for you to sharpen your skills, collaborate with experts, build lasting relationships and make an impact in a place where people, quality and value mean everything.
Our offer to you...
· Be part of the world’s leading professional services network and enjoy the benefits that come with that.
· Meet and collaborate with highly talented people from diverse backgrounds, developing new ways of thinking, creating value for you, for PwC and for our clients.
· Work in a challenging and stimulating environment where you’ll be inspired to reach your full potential.
· Identify and develop your skills, build on your existing strengths and discover new ones you didn’t know you had. Watch your expertise and influence grow with us.
The PwC deal
No matter which area of the business you choose to join, all offer the same deal. The opportunity to grow as an individual, to meet new people, and build lasting relationships that will stay with you for life. All whilst making an impact in a place where people, quality, and value, mean everything. Your hard work will be rewarded with a competitive salary and a personally tailored benefits package.
What you need to bring to us
Your intellect, willingness to learn, ability to build relationships, put yourself in others’ shoes, while always making a positive impact with our clients and each other.
The skills, insights and connections you develop at PwC are career defining wherever your career may take you. It’s the opportunity of a lifetime. Take it.
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