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Later this month, Central Co-op and the Midcounties Co-operative will come together to create a new Society, and we're looking for a Society Secretary who can support and lead the Board of the new Society through this exciting time. Our new Society will have over 1 million members and 13,000 colleagues, with a £1.8bn turnover. As a co-operative, we are founded on our values and principles that co-operatives share throughout the world, and which underpin everything that we do. In this role you will ensure that these values are upheld through the leadership and culture within our Society.
Job Responsibility:
Ensure co-operative values are upheld through leadership and culture
Support the Board through transitional governance arrangements and shape the future governance model
Ensure the new Society is fully compliant with its statutory obligations
Provide advice on commercial issues
Provide relevant governance advice, support, and guidance to Board, Executive and Management teams
Ensure stakeholders are kept well informed to support effective decision making
Ensure Annual and Interim meetings and Director elections are conducted in accordance with best governance practice
Encourage high levels of participation from the Society membership
Oversee programme of local membership and community activity
Requirements:
Previous experience in a Company Secretarial or Legal role
CGI (formerly ICSA) qualified, or a qualified Solicitor
Knowledge and understanding of corporate governance, business law and finance
Empathy and engagement with Co-operative values and principles
Ability to work collaboratively with a range of diverse stakeholders
Adept at handling complexity
Highly effective skills in communication, relationship-building, and diplomacy
Excellent personal organisation skills and attention to detail
Demonstratable experience of producing accurate and timely documentation