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We’re a company with a proud heritage and ambitious growth plans, and we’re recruiting a Company Secretary to provide governance leadership and legal oversight at board level. This is an exciting senior role where you’ll act as a trusted advisor to the CEO and directors, ensuring compliance, managing risk, and supporting strategic decision-making. T H WHITE is a privately-owned group with a turnover of £160M operating across multiple sites and specialist technical sectors. For nearly two centuries we’ve proudly supported our customers with machinery, equipment, services, and long-term partnerships. This is your chance to help us protect what has been built over generations and to support the next phase of our growth!
Job Responsibility:
Maintain statutory registers and manage Companies House filings
Prepare and coordinate Board and committee meetings, including agendas, papers, and AGM documentation
Take accurate minutes and ensure actions are completed
Advise on company law, governance standards, and regulatory requirements
Support governance frameworks, policies, and the Group risk register
Provide legal advice to directors, and senior managers
Review, draft, and advise on commercial contracts, leases, and tenancy agreements
Manage contractual issues and disputes proactively and professionally
Act as a key link between the Board, shareholders, and external stakeholders
Provide high-level administrative and organisational support to the Group CEO
Coordinate senior meetings and manage corporate documentation
Requirements:
Degree in business, law, or accountancy, or alternatively proven experience in a Company Secretary role
Strong knowledge of corporate governance principles and company law
Commercial acumen
Exceptional organisational and time management skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong interpersonal ability
What we offer:
Senior salary, based on experience
Company Car / Allowance
Private Healthcare
Annual pay reviews
23.5 days holiday, rising to 26.5 days with service, plus Bank Holidays
Competitive company pension scheme offering a combined total of 12.5% when you contribute (subject to qualifying period)
Additional option of joining the ‘salary sacrifice’ smart pension scheme
Company Life Assurance cover, up to 5 times salary with service