Professional/Chartered company secretaries Salary
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About this role
Professional and chartered company secretaries ensure organisations comply with legal and regulatory requirements, support board governance, manage shareholder relations and maintain statutory records. They serve as governance advisers to boards of directors.
Key responsibilities
- Advising the board on governance, legal and regulatory matters
- Managing board meetings, agendas and minute-taking
- Ensuring compliance with Companies Act, listing rules and regulatory requirements
- Maintaining statutory registers and filing documents with Companies House
- Managing shareholder communications and AGM processes
Qualifications and entry routes
Requires Chartered Governance Professional status through the Chartered Governance Institute (CGI, formerly ICSA). A law or business degree is common. Many also hold legal or accounting qualifications.
Career outlook
Steady demand driven by increasing governance complexity, ESG reporting requirements and regulatory change. Qualified company secretaries are valued across all large organisations.
Key skills
Common industries
- Listed companies
- Financial services
- Public sector
- Charities and housing associations
- Professional services
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Data Years
5 years
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