Company Secretarial Senior

Job title:

Company Secretarial Senior

Company:

Kerry Group

Job description

Requisition ID: 56762
Position Type: FT Fixed Term
Workplace Arrangement: #LI-OnsiteAbout The RoleWe are looking for a Company Secretarial Senior to join our Company Secretarial Department on a fixed term maternity cover contract. The role is ideal for someone looking to gain substantial experience and exposure in a dynamic corporate environment. The successful candidate will provide support to the manager of the Company Secretarial Department and, on an ad hoc basis, to the Group Company Secretary.This role is integral to ensuring the Group Company Secretarial function operates efficiently and effectively, maintaining compliance with all relevant legal and regulatory requirements. We seek a well-organised person with strong expertise in company law and corporate governance, as well as outstanding interpersonal and communication abilities. Experience in a public limited company (plc) setting would be a distinct advantage.Key ResponsibilitiesCorporate Governance

• Monitor and report on changes to the governance and regulatory landscape, particularly relating to the Irish and UK Listing Rules and Market Abuse Regulation.
• Conduct necessary research and prepare briefing materials for the Group Company Secretary.
• Ensure the company’s Corporate Governance policies are current and compliant.

Global Legal Entity Management

• Provide support for company secretarial roles in M&A integration activities, corporate projects, reorganisations, strike-offs, and dissolutions. This includes, but is not limited to reviewing and/or drafting of:

• Supporting materials and documents.
• Board minutes/resolutions.
• Due diligence documentation.
• Powers of attorney; and
• Legal agreements.
• Collaborate with the Group Country Compliance function to ensure group companies meet local company secretarial requirements in their respective countries of incorporation.
• Maintain statutory registers and records within the group’s global entity management system, extracting information as required.
• Ensure company secretarial compliance for the group’s subsidiaries in Ireland and the UK by:

• Scheduling board meetings and drafting/reviewing board minutes/resolutions as needed.
• Managing CRO/Companies House filings for the Company and its subsidiaries
• Incorporating new companies
• Maintaining statutory books.

Other Responsibilities

• Adhere to Data Protection Legislation, including GDPR, in managing personal data.
• Manage relationships with board members and other stakeholders (intra-group and external).
• Perform administrative tasks related to the Company Secretarial team’s activities.
• Support notarisation/legalisation of documents when necessary.

Qualifications & Skills

• ICSA qualified or with a relevant legal qualification, with strong relevant experience in a similar corporate role, preferably in a listed plc.
• Strong attention to detail and experience in minute writing are essential.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with team working experience and the ability to interact effectively with both colleagues and management.
• Proactive and experienced in working independently on assigned projects, exercising good judgement and skill in balancing workload to meet deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Efficient, organised, and detail-oriented, focused on delivering high-quality work.
• Team player who is keen to engage, learn, and develop.
• Skilled in using Diligent Entities, GEMS, or other global entity management system software

About KerryThe aim to shape the future of food might seem ambitious to some, but to us in Kerry, it’s all in a day’s work. Kerry is dedicated to helping create better-tasting, more authentic and nutritious food, and beverages. We produce safe, quality products that help feed millions every day. Wherever you are, we can work together to create inspiring solutions that nourish life.Get in touch today!In Kerry we benefit from the knowledge of our colleagues who bring a diverse range of cultures, backgrounds, lifestyles, and experiences. One team fostering an inclusive culture that, above all, inspires food and nourishes life. One culture where everyone brings their unique perspectives and experiences to help make us better, together. We are committed to nurturing an environment of positivity and inclusiveness, where everyone can be at their best, both personally and professionally.Our recruitment, selection and assessment process are based on the skills and competencies of the specific roles and based entirely on merit. We are committed to and value Diversity and Inclusion in all recruitment processes within Kerry and do not discriminate based on gender, race, class, economic status, ethnic background, sexual orientation, age, political beliefs, veteran status, marital status or any other protected characteristic.Please note: We do not accept CVs or candidate profiles from recruitment agencies where Kerry terms of business have not been signed. Additionally, we will not consider or agree to payment of any recruiter fee under these circumstances. This also applies to CVs or candidate profiles sent directly to any Kerry Hiring Managers.Beware of scams online or from individuals claiming to represent us. A Kerry employee will not solicit candidates through a non-Kerry email address or phone number. In addition, Kerry does not currently utilise video chat rooms (e.g., Google Hangouts) to conduct interviews. Refuse any request that asks you to provide payment to participate in the hiring process (e.g., purchasing a “starter kit,” investing in training, or something similar). Kerry will not ask you to pay any money at any point in the hiring process with the exception of reimbursable travel expenses. In addition, any payments made by Kerry will be from official firm accounts bearing the Kerry name.Recruiter: #LI-HB2
Posting Type: LI

Expected salary

Location

Tralee, Co Kerry

Job date

Sun, 19 Jan 2025 02:38:52 GMT

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