Role Responsibility

As our new Company Secretary Assistant, you will also: 

• Prepare and maintain statutory records, including registers of members, directors, and secretaries
• Assist in the preparation of written resolutions and documents for execution by Directors
• Carry out filings of Companies House returns and forms (e.g., director appointments and resignations, annual returns, etc.) and ensure similar provisions are delivered across other jurisdictions managed by the team
• Attend board and committee meetings, draft detailed minutes capturing points, resolutions, and actions
• Maintain internal corporate governance policies and governance section of the company’s website.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for: 

• Strong understanding of company secretarial and corporate governance principles
• Qualified/part-qualified ICSA / ACG (or equivalent) or a strong desire to start the Company Secretary qualification
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience in corporate governance roles
• Demonstrable experience in subsidiary management, board support, and minute-taking
• Strong, detailed minute-taking skills and ability to prepare agendas
• Ability to interact confidently with senior stakeholders, including C-suite executives and non-executive directors

Package Description

In return, we can offer you: 

Alongside a competitive salary as stated above, you will also receive: 

• Up to 15% discretionary annual bonus
• 11% pension contribution (3% from you, 8% from us – optional additional matched 3% contributions, e.g. 6% from you, 11% from us)
• A truly flexible hybrid-working arrangement (take a look at below to find out more about how we work)
• 25 days annual leave plus flexible bank holidays (option to buy/sell additional 5 days)
• Annual performance-related pay review
• Private Medical Cover
• Career development and progression opportunities
• A culture that promotes inclusivity, wellbeing and rewards hard work
• Car Salary Sacrifice scheme
• Healthcare cash plan
• 6x salary death in service
• A personal GP service enabling you to get a video consultation with a NHS-registered private GP
• Employee Assistance Programme
• A range of shopping discounts from major high-street retailers

About the Company

Who We Are 

Medical Protection Society (MPS) is the world’s leading protection organisation for Doctors, Dentists and healthcare professionals. We protect and support the professional interests of almost 300,000 Members around the world. 

We are a not-for-profit organisation, meaning our Members’ premiums are kept safe should our Members require support for complaints or claims arising from professional practice, or invested into bettering the organisation, our colleagues and our products. 

Our philosophy is to support safe practice in medicine and dentistry by helping to avert problems in the first place. We also actively campaign for regulatory and legal reforms that benefit Members and the wider healthcare professions.  

To do this, we need exceptional colleagues who are trusted and supported to deliver their best work, so we can continue to provide the most trusted, valued and expert protection to members when they need us the most.  

Next Steps 

If you are interested in finding out more, looking for a new role and want to join an organisation that truly values its employees, take a look at the role profile to find out more about the role to apply.  

Our Talent Acquisition team are always on hand should you have any questions, are having any technical issues or wish to understand how MPS can support you with your application and interview. You can contact our friendly Talent Acquisition team by emailing careers@medicalprotection.org 

Medical Protection Society