Senior Company Secretarial Assistant
Company
Location
London, England, United Kingdom
Posted At
3/29/2025
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Description
WPP is the creative transformation company. We use the power of creativity to build better futures for our people, planet, clients, and communities.
Working at WPP means being part of a global network of more than 100,000 talented people dedicated to doing extraordinary work for our clients. We operate in over 100 countries, with corporate headquarters in New York, London and Singapore.
WPP is a world leader in marketing services, with deep AI, data and technology capabilities, global presence and unrivalled creative talent. Our clients include many of the biggest companies and advertisers in the world, including approximately 300 of the Fortune Global 500.
Our people are the key to our success. We're committed to fostering a culture of creativity, belonging and continuous learning, attracting and developing the brightest talent, and providing exciting career opportunities that help our people grow.
Why we're hiring:
We are looking for a diligent and experienced Senior Company Secretarial Assistant to join our team and contribute to the delivery of outstanding company secretarial services to WPP plc and its global subsidiaries. This role offers a significant opportunity to use your expertise and contribute to the effective governance framework of a leading global organisation.
What you'll be doing:
As a Senior Company Secretarial Assistant, you will meaningfully contribute to ensuring compliance and upholding corporate governance standards. Your responsibilities will include:
You're open: We are inclusive and collaborative; we encourage the free exchange of ideas; we respect and celebrate diverse views. We are open-minded: to new ideas, new partnerships, new ways of working.
You're optimistic: We believe in the power of creativity, technology and talent to create brighter futures or our people, our clients and our communities. We approach all that we do with conviction: to try the new and to seek the unexpected.
You're extraordinary: we are stronger together: through collaboration we achieve the amazing. We are creative leaders and pioneers of our industry; we provide extraordinary every day.
What we'll give you:
Passionate, inspired people – We aim to create a culture in which people can do extraordinary work.
Scale and opportunity – We offer the opportunity to create, influence and complete projects at a scale that is unparalleled in the industry.
Challenging and stimulating work – Unique work and the opportunity to join a group of creative problem solvers. Are you up for the challenge?
We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.
WPP is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.
Please read our Privacy Notice (https://www.wpp.com/people/wpp-privacy-policy-for-recruitment) for more information on how we process the information you provide.
Working at WPP means being part of a global network of more than 100,000 talented people dedicated to doing extraordinary work for our clients. We operate in over 100 countries, with corporate headquarters in New York, London and Singapore.
WPP is a world leader in marketing services, with deep AI, data and technology capabilities, global presence and unrivalled creative talent. Our clients include many of the biggest companies and advertisers in the world, including approximately 300 of the Fortune Global 500.
Our people are the key to our success. We're committed to fostering a culture of creativity, belonging and continuous learning, attracting and developing the brightest talent, and providing exciting career opportunities that help our people grow.
Why we're hiring:
We are looking for a diligent and experienced Senior Company Secretarial Assistant to join our team and contribute to the delivery of outstanding company secretarial services to WPP plc and its global subsidiaries. This role offers a significant opportunity to use your expertise and contribute to the effective governance framework of a leading global organisation.
What you'll be doing:
As a Senior Company Secretarial Assistant, you will meaningfully contribute to ensuring compliance and upholding corporate governance standards. Your responsibilities will include:
- Subsidiary Governance Management: Overseeing governance and administration for a portfolio of WPP subsidiaries, globally. Ensuring the accurate maintenance of statutory registers, minutes, and filings for UK entities.
- Database Integrity: Maintaining GEMs database compliance, conducting audits, ensuring data integrity and spearheading continuous improvement and process innovation.
- M&A Support: Providing expert support for M&A transactions and the integration of new companies, advising on subsidiary governance considerations.
- Reporting & Disclosure: Supporting on the preparation of the Annual Report, US Form 20-F, and stock exchange announcements, ensuring accuracy and adherence to regulatory requirements.
- Regulatory Compliance: Ensuring proactive compliance with UK and US governance requirements
- Shareholder Relations: Managing shareholder inquiries related to dividends, voting, and share plans, ensuring timely and accurate responses.
- Project Leadership: Leading and contributing to key projects such as legal entity simplification and key RFPs, driving successful project outcomes.
- Qualifications: Fully Corporate Governance Institute qualified (or equivalent) with substantial practical experience.
- Knowledge: Comprehensive knowledge of company law, administration, and corporate governance best practices. Strong understanding of UK/US listed company requirements.
- Technical Skills: Highly data literate and proficient in the use of relevant software and systems (GEMs, Diligent, insider list tools).
You're open: We are inclusive and collaborative; we encourage the free exchange of ideas; we respect and celebrate diverse views. We are open-minded: to new ideas, new partnerships, new ways of working.
You're optimistic: We believe in the power of creativity, technology and talent to create brighter futures or our people, our clients and our communities. We approach all that we do with conviction: to try the new and to seek the unexpected.
You're extraordinary: we are stronger together: through collaboration we achieve the amazing. We are creative leaders and pioneers of our industry; we provide extraordinary every day.
What we'll give you:
Passionate, inspired people – We aim to create a culture in which people can do extraordinary work.
Scale and opportunity – We offer the opportunity to create, influence and complete projects at a scale that is unparalleled in the industry.
Challenging and stimulating work – Unique work and the opportunity to join a group of creative problem solvers. Are you up for the challenge?
We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.
WPP is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.
Please read our Privacy Notice (https://www.wpp.com/people/wpp-privacy-policy-for-recruitment) for more information on how we process the information you provide.
Advertise with us by contacting: [email protected]
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