Governance Assistant - Financial - West End - £65,000 - 12 month FTC

Job details

Posted Tuesday 19 August 2025
Location West End
Job type Permanent
Reference 718
Recruiter Name Laura West
Wise May are looking for a Governance Assistant to join this amazing Investment Management business in central London.  
Someone with experience in a similar role is desirable due to the understanding and demands of a busy Legal department.  The role is a maternity contract - 12 months FTC.
 
Governance Assistant duties include:
  • Working closely with and supporting the Group Company Secretary to ensure compliance with relevant company law and regulation
  • Preparation for and holding of Board and Committee Meetings, including the preparation of Board/Committee Meeting Agendas, Board/Committee Meeting Packs, assisting in the facilitation of Board/Committee Meetings, and assisting in the monitoring of follow-up actions
  • Online filing system
  • Working closely with the Legal, Finance, Compliance and Investment Teams
  • Assisting in the development and implementation of an enhanced corporate governance framework across the Group and all jurisdictions
  • Assisting in ensuring that the statutory records for entities remain complete, up-to-date and accurate. 
  • Assisting in the development and implementation of an enhanced corporate governance framework across the Group and all jurisdictions
 
Governance Assistant key competencies/skills required:
  • Experience working in company secretary and/or legal teams ideal but not essential 
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Excellent IT skills, particularly Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe Pro
  • Exposure to Diligent Boardbooks and Entity Management desirable, but not essential
  • Attention to detail and a well-organised approach to work
  • The ability to prioritise work and to work well under pressure
 
Governance Assistant benefits include:
  • Lunch provided daily 
  • Private healthcare 
  • Company Pension Scheme 
  • Life Insurance 
  • Critical Illness Income Protection 
  • Season Ticket Loan 
  • Cycle to Work Scheme
  • Yearly Wellness Payment