Company Secretary

BD Group is looking for an experienced and professional

Company Secretary to support the organisation's governance, compliance, and statutory obligations. The role will report to the board and our Legal Services and Compliance Executive Director.

Working closely with the Board, senior leaders, and external advisers, you will be responsible for ensuring the organisation meets its legal and regulatory requirements while maintaining high standards of corporate governance.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit confirmation statements and other statutory filings.
• Maintain statutory registers and company records, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Coordinate Board and shareholder meetings.
• Prepare agendas, meeting papers, minutes, and action logs.
• Ensure Companies House is notified of relevant organisational changes.
• Support compliance with the Companies Act 2006 and other regulatory requirements.
• Maintain and safeguard key corporate documents and records.
• Act as a point of contact for shareholders and manage governance-related correspondence.
• Liaise with external advisers, including auditors, accountants, and legal professionals.
• Provide governance and company secretarial support to the Board and senior management.
• Monitor changes in legislation and advise on compliance requirements.

Essential

Qualifications, Skills & Experience

• Degree qualified in a relevant discipline such as Law, Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Experience undertaking company secretarial and governance responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of Companies House requirements and statutory compliance obligations.
• Experience maintaining corporate records and statutory registers.
• Experience supporting Board and shareholder meetings, including minute taking.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.

Desirable

• Professional qualification relating to Company Secretarial Practice, Governance, Law, or Accounting.
• Experience working within a group company structure.
• Experience liaising with auditors, legal advisers, regulators, and shareholders.
• Knowledge of wider compliance and corporate administration activities.

Working Arrangements

• Working Pattern: Full Time
• Permanent Contract
• Location: Dagenham
• Hybrid working available where business needs allow

BD Group was created by the London Borough of Barking & Dagenham to deliver positive economic, environmental, and social change. We provide a range of high-quality facilities and property services across London and the Southeast, with a strong focus on supporting local communities.

Our mission is to help people live, work, and grow by delivering safe, reliable, and customer-focused services aligned to local needs.

Benefits

Heart Hub rewards, perks & benefits platform

Private Medical Insurance

Group Life Assurance

Pension Scheme

26+ days annual leave

Family-friendly policies supporting work-life balance

Health & wellbeing support, including Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Career development and training opportunities

Free on-site parking at our head office

A supportive and collaborative team environment

To Apply

If you're an experienced Company Secretary with a strong understanding of corporate governance, statutory compliance, and company secretarial practice, we'd love to hear from you.

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Apply to submit your CV and tell us about your relevant skills and experience.