Assistant Company Secretary

Zurich 56 Company Ltd; Swindon; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job description

Assistant Company Secretary

Working hours: This role is available on a part-time, job-share or full-time basis

Location: Swindon or London

The opportunity:

Become a member of the in-house UK Company Secretariat & Corporate Governance Team, providing company secretarial support to the team and annual processes, in support of the wider business or team effectiveness. The team comprises four Company Secretaries, one qualified lawyer and one Team Administrator.

Many of our employees work flexibly in a variety of different ways, including part-time, flexible hours, job share, an element of working from home or compressed hours. This is because we want the best people for our roles, and we recognise that sometimes those people aren’t available full-time. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you may need.

What will you be doing?

• Provide company secretarial assistance to Life Assurance Board
• Support operations of other UK boards, board committees and management committees
• Reviewing and managing constitutional documentation, preparing annual agendas, ensuring papers are of a high quality and observing in house principles and Board Intelligence
• Leading on annual processes to support the operations of the team and wider business
• Identification, assessment and leading implementation of regulatory and legislative changes
• Ensuring best practice corporate governance principles are implemented in all day to day activities
• Support the team’s delivery of Corporate Governance projects
• Identifying ways to improve efficiency and delivery of the department through implementing key infrastructure to support the team and wider business
• Support, manage and oversee use of Board Intelligence by the team and wider business

What are we looking for?

• Either newly qualified or about to qualify as a Chartered Secretary or an equivalent level of professional qualification and experience
• Educated to degree level
• Knowledge and some experience of company secretarial work
• Knowledge of underlying legislation and its application to practical situations
• Able to manage relationships at all levels of the business to influence the achievement of good commercial and governance outcomes
• Flexible and adaptable personal style
• Organised, pragmatic and able to effectively manage shifting priorities

What happens next?

As an inclusive employer we want to ensure that all candidates feel comfortable and are able to perform at their best during the interview. You’ll have the opportunity to let us know of any reasonable adjustment or practical support needed when you apply.

Who we are:

At Zurich we aspire to be one of the most responsible and impactful businesses in the world and the best global insurer. Together we’re creating a brighter future for our customers, our people and our planet.

With over 55,000 employees in more than 170 countries, you’ll feel the support of being part of a strong and stable company who are a long-standing player in the insurance industry.

We’ve made a promise to each other and every employee; to focus on sustainable impact, to care about each other’s wellbeing, to use our diverse expertise to be curious and optimistic and to develop the skills needed for our future.

If you're interested in working in a dynamic and challenging environment for a company that recognises and rewards your creativity, initiatives and contributions - then Zurich could be just the place for you. Be part of something great.

Our Culture:

At Zurich, our sense of community is strong and we’re particularly passionate about diversity and inclusion, which we’ve won numerous awards for. We want our people to bring the whole of themselves to work and ensure everybody is made to feel welcome, regardless of their background, beliefs or culture. We want our employees to reflect the diversity of our customers, and so are committed to treating all of our applicants fairly and with respect, irrespective of their actual or assumed background, disability or any other protected characteristic.

We’ve an environment that places a real importance on our people’s wellbeing from a physical, mental, social and financial perspective. We work with our wellbeing partners and industry experts to provide the best advice and access to a wealth of lifestyle support. We’re also committed to continuous improvement and we offer access to a comprehensive range of training and development opportunities.

We’re passionate about supporting employees to help others by getting involved in volunteering, charitable and community activity. Our charitable arm, Zurich Community Trust, is one of the longest-established corporate trusts in the UK. In that time, we’ve awarded grants and volunteered time to deserving causes in the UK valued at over £90 million.

The financials

• 12% defined non-contributory pension scheme.
• Annual company bonus.
• Income Protection.
• Life cover - four times your salary.

Time away

• 25 days holiday a year plus bank holidays.
• You can also request to swap UK bank holidays for days off that have cultural or religious significance to you.
• The option to buy up to an additional 20 days or sell some of your holiday.
• Three days paid volunteering.
• Up to 16 weeks' full pay for maternity, paternity and adoption leave.

Your health is important to us

• Access to Private medical insurance.
• Virtual GP appointments.
• Discounted gym membership.
• Free flu jab.
• Access to a wealth of support from our wellbeing partners.

We're making a difference

• Creating a brighter, more sustainable future underpins all that we do here in Zurich. We were the first insurer to sign the ‘UN Business Ambition for 1.5˚C’ pledge.
• Our charitable arm, Zurich Community Trust, has awarded grants and volunteered time to deserving causes in the UK valued at over £90 million.