Assistant Company Secretary

1 Month ago • All levels • Administrative

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Job Description

Rank Group is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Assistant Company Secretary to contribute to their critical corporate governance functions. This hybrid role will provide support across various areas including: corporate governance guidance, share administration management, remuneration committee support, subsidiary board governance, annual report production, and meeting preparation. The ideal candidate will possess strong corporate governance knowledge, experience with share schemes, and familiarity with listed company practices. They will be comfortable providing support to high-profile staff and board members, demonstrating excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Must have:
  • Expert advice on corporate governance
  • Share administration management
  • Remuneration Committee support
  • Subsidiary board governance
  • Annual Report production
  • Meeting preparation
  • Corporate Governance Institute (formerly ICSA) qualified
  • Listed company experience
Good to have:
  • Gambling sector exposure
  • Experience in offshore/European jurisdictions
  • Expertise in Directors' Remuneration Report
Perks:
  • Hybrid working
  • Colleague support networks
  • Menopause support
  • Weekly PepTalks
  • Development opportunities
  • Leadership training
  • Industry certifications
  • Global business exposure
  • Pensions
  • Bonus schemes
  • Private medical insurance
  • Life insurance
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Company Description

From the fun of Mecca Bingo to the experience of Grosvenor Casinos, from in-person to online, from local to global, players love the experiences our famous brands deliver. This is such an exciting sector to be part of, bringing entertainment to millions in a culture of opportunity and growth.  

Look at our careers site to find out more: https://careers.rank.com/ 

Job Description

Join Our Dynamic Team as Assistant Company Secretary at Rank!

Are you ready to take your career to the next level in a fast-paced and exciting environment? Are you looking for a hybrid role to fit around your work/life balance? Rank is looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Assistant Company Secretary to support our critical corporate governance functions.

This is your chance to be a key player in an innovative and varied entertainment business.

  • Corporate Governance Guidance: Provide expert advice and support on corporate governance matters across the organisation, ensuring compliance and best practices.
  • Share Administration Management: Assist in managing the Group’s share administration process, liaising with Equiniti and handling employee queries. Work closely with the Group’s EBT provider to meet share award requirements and plan for the year.
  • Remuneration Committee Support: Help manage the Remuneration Committee, attend and minute meetings, and collaborate with the Group Rewards Director and Finance to ensure vesting requirements are met.
  • Subsidiary Board Governance: Work with the team to support subsidiary management, including minuting meetings, drafting governance papers, and coordinating with the business on meeting agendas.
  • Annual Report Production: Assist in producing the Group Annual Report, focusing on the Remuneration Committee section, as well as the Interim Report and shareholder circulars.
  • Meeting Preparation: Help prepare for the Group’s annual general meeting and any extraordinary general meetings as required.

Qualifications

  • A diplomatic approach and the confidence to provide support to high-profile company staff and board members, principally on the Remuneration Committee. 
  • A sound grasp of corporate governance issues including share schemes such as LTIPs.
  • Corporate Governance Institute (formerly ICSA) qualified.
  • Listed company experience with subsidiary governance expertise in offshore/ European jurisdictions and experience of working on and leading the Directors’ Remuneration Report section of the Annual Report and Accounts.
  • Gambling sector exposure is not required but is beneficial if you have this.

Additional Information

#LI-IZ1 #LI-Hybrid

Join us to unlock benefits and opportunities that will boost your career journey in a vibrant, inclusive and fulfilling work environment – so you can #BeYourself

Wellbeing@Rank is important... From hybrid working and colleague support networks to menopause support and weekly PepTalks, we’re here for you.  

We’ll also invest in your growth by providing development opportunities, leadership training and cutting-edge industry certifications so you have the tools and resources to help you work, win and grow with us. 

Immerse yourself in new cultures and gain international exposure through our global business. Collaborate with colleagues from around the globe.  

From pensions to bonus schemes, and private medical insurance to life insurance – we've got you covered. 

*Our benefits vary by brand and/or location. Please have a chat with your local Talent Acquisition specialist to find out what’s in place in your location.    

The Rank Group are committed to being an inclusive employer, ensuring that we better understand and meet the needs and requirements of our candidates and customers. 

We aim to do this by facilitating fair and equal access to our services. If you require a reasonable adjustment to be made, please reach out to let us know ahead of your interview. 

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