Senior Company Secretary S-4 Legal & Corporate Governance Milton Keynes/London

Overview

Senior Company Secretary S-4 Legal & Corporate Governance Milton Keynes/London, Country: United Kingdom

IT STARTS HERE Santander () is evolving from a global, high impact brand into a technology driven organisation, and our people are at the heart of this journey. Together, we are driving a customer centric transformation that values bold thinking, innovation, and the courage to challenge what's possible. This is more than a strategic shift. It's a chance for driven professionals to grow, learn, and make a real difference. Our mission is to contribute to help more people and businesses prosper. We embrace a strong risk culture and all our professionals at all levels are expected to take a proactive and responsible approach toward risk management.

THE DIFFERENCE YOU MAKE: The Corporate Governance Office is looking for a SENIOR COMPANY SECRETARY based out of MILTON KEYNES/LONDON. This role is a 12 month fix term contract. In this high profile role as Senior Company Secretary, you will be a part of the UK Corporate Governance Office and will provide high quality internal and corporate governance support and advice to the business and act as a liaison between Group Internal Governance Office and the business on corporate governance related matters. You will be overseeing compliance with group, regulatory and statutory requirements on corporate and internal governance matters ensuring application of governance best practice throughout the Santander UK group. You'll play a critical role in maintaining high standards of governance which will be constantly reviewed and improved upon. We're shaping the way we work through innovation, cutting edge technology, collaboration and the freedom to explore new ideas.

Responsibilities

• Provide internal and corporate governance advice to the business and act as a liaison between Group Internal Governance Office and the business on corporate governance related matters.
• Provide specialist advice on corporate governance best practice, including the Listing rules, DTRs, MAR, UK Corporate Governance Code.
• Participate as Corporate Governance Office lead on the annual report and financial statements programme for the ring fenced bank and the holding company.
• Deputise for the Head of Corporate and Internal Governance.
• Act as a Secretary and advisor to one or more Board level Committees and be responsible for effective interaction and relationships with senior management and Executive & Non Executive Board members as applicable.
• Act as a line manager to Internal Governance Team member(s) and develop them.
• Keep up to date with all relevant legal and regulatory developments to ensure that local policies are updated accordingly.
• Act as project lead in respect of corporate governance aspects of new business initiatives, projects, legislative or regulatory developments.
• Oversee consistent application of our documents workflow system SIMPLA and application of the meeting management tool SanGovPro by the business areas.

Qualifications & Experience

• Practical knowledge of corporate governance, including knowledge of the Companies Act2006, the UK Corporate Governance Code, PRA/FCA governance requirements and listing rules, together with the associated excel lent stakeholder management and diplomacy skills.
• At least7years' experience working as a company secretary either in a listed or financial services business.
• Membership of the Chartered Governance Institute as an Affiliate, Associate or Fellow, or equivalent.
• Experience of working effectively in a busy corporate governance or secretariat function.
• Excellent attention to detail and written communication skills.
• Well developed organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities, work efficiently under pressure and to tight deadlines.
• Experience of working in a regulated environment, ideally financial services.
• Ability to mentor and develop more junior team members.
• Line management experience.
• A positive attitude and the ability to work well in a team, interacting effectively with people at all levels of the organisation.

Benefits

SalaryRange: £98,000.00-£147,000.00 per annum (depending on experience). This salary range represents the expected remuneration for the role. Annual salary is based on a standard 35 hour working week. Actual salary offered will depend on skills, experience, qualifications and location.

• 30days' holiday plus bank holidays, which increases to31days after5years' service, with the option to purchase up to 5 contractual days per year.
• £6,000 car allowance per year.
• Company funded individual private medical insurance.
• Protection for you and your family, with company funded death in service benefit and income protection insurance, and the option to take advantage of discounted rates for additional life assurance and critical illness cover.
• Share in Santander's success by saving or investing in our share plans.
• As a Santander UK employee, access to staff versions of our products such as Edge Current Accounts and Credit Cards with no fees, and many other deals and discounts.
• Competitive rewards that reflect the real impact you make and the value you bring.
• Wellbeing that goes beyond work - access to a range of wellbeing partners across our 4 pillars of wellbeing (physical, mental, social and financial), suite of apps, discounted gym and fitness access, weekly online classes, flexible healthcare and mental health support.
• Support for every life stage - from menopause and pregnancy to parenthood and beyond, with enhanced family leave, childcare options and tailored wellbeing support.
• Time to give back through volunteering opportunities that let you make a difference in the communities we serve.
• Global growth opportunities to shape your career, learn new skills and explore what's possible across our international network.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We're proud to be an inclusive organisation that provides equal opportunities for everyone - regardless of age, gender, disability, civil status, race, religion or sexual orientation. We're committed to creating a recruitment experience that's accessible, fair and welcoming for all candidates.

Right to Work

All candidates must have the right to work in the UK to commence employment with Santander.