Assistant Company Secretarial

RSM UK Group LLP; Guildford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading audit and consulting firm in Guildford is searching for an experienced Assistant - Company Secretarial to support a portfolio of SME corporate clients. The ideal candidate will have an interest in Company Law and strong project management and communication skills. The role offers the chance to develop a career as a chartered governance professional, alongside a flexible rewards package including 25 days holiday and various wellbeing benefits.

Benefits

25 Days Holiday

Lifestyle and Wellbeing benefits

Access to 300+ courses on demand

Qualifications

• Education to at least A Level standard or equivalent.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience in Microsoft Office with high competency in Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Provide routine company secretarial support, including maintenance of statutory registers.
• Incorporate new companies and draft post-incorporation documents.
• Manage work in progress and billing for the client portfolio.
• Provide administrative support for Companies House filings.

Skills

Interest in Company Law

Strong project management skills

Strong communication skills

Experience with Microsoft Office

Education

A Level or equivalent

Grade 5 GCSE English Language and Maths

Job description

Overview

We are searching for an experienced Assistant - Company Secretarial. Make an Impact at RSM UK

Our Finance Function Support team is a fast-growing national service line, dedicated to helping private businesses across the UK manage their finance operations more effectively. As part of this team, you’ll be joining a collaborative and forward-thinking group that supports clients with their day-to-day finance needs, compliance, and strategic growth.

You will be a key member of the growing Company Secretarial national team, with a focus on private businesses within the UK. As an Assistant you will support the wider team and management team to effectively deliver work across a portfolio of SME corporate clients. The opportunity to undergo training to develop a career as a chartered governance professional will be available for the right candidate. With the department experiencing rapid growth, you’ll also collaborate with colleagues across different service lines and offices throughout the UK, while supporting your local office.

Responsibilities

• Providing routine company secretarial support to a portfolio of selected client companies, including maintenance of statutory registers on Diligent Entities, preparation and filing of the annual Confirmation Statement, preparation and filing of documentation relating to transactions categorised as Level 1 and, in due course, progressing to those transactions categorised as Level 2 under supervision.
• Incorporating new companies and drafting documents to attend to post-incorporation formalities.
• Managing work in progress and billing, under supervision, in respect of your allocated client portfolio and as requested by the management team from time to time.
• Providing administrative support to the team, including Companies House filings, lodging documents with HMRC Stamp Office and helping to ensure that our clients comply with the Companies Act 2006.

What we are looking for

Are you someone who thrives on variety, loves learning new things, and enjoys connecting with people? If you can spot inefficiencies in everyday life and are passionate about making improvements, this role is perfect for you!

• An interest in Company Law, Company Secretarial Practice or Anti-Money Laundering legislation and the desire to develop a career in Company Secretarial Services.
• Education to at least A Level standard or equivalent, with level 5 or higher grade GCSE English Language and Maths.
• Ability to work on one’s own initiative and as part of a team.
• Strong project management and organisational skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Experience of Microsoft Office (with high competency in both Word and Excel).

What we can offer you

We recognise that our people are our most important assets. That’s why we offer a flexible reward and benefits package that will help you have fulfilling experience, both in and out of work.

• 25 Days Holiday (with the option of purchasing additional days).
• Lifestyle, Health, and Wellbeing including financial wellbeing benefits such as financial tools, electric car scheme and access to a virtual GP.
• Access to a suite of 300+ courses on demand developed by our inhouse Talent Development team.

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