Company Secretarial Assistant

RSM UK ,
Guildford, Surrey
Job Type: Full-time

Overview

Company Secretarial Assistant We are searching for an experienced Company Secretarial Assistant Overall job purpose To provide administrative support to the Corporate Secretarial team. No experience is necessary as full training will be provided. Responsibilities Providing administrative support to the Corporate Secretarial team, including raising fee notes, Companies House filing, lodging documents with HMRC Stamp Office and helping to ensure that our clients comply with the Companies Act 2006; Assisting with client take on procedures, recording client opportunities; gathering information on prospective clients; completing our Client Engagement and Acceptance Program records; and preparing engagement letters; Undertaking basic Company Secretarial tasks under supervision, including preparation of board minutes, resolutions and forms; Assisting with the maintenance of clients’ statutory registers on Blueprint, our dedicated company secretarial database; Ensuring that tasks are performed accurately and by the required deadlines; Communicating any problems in complying with instructions immediately to more senior staff; Actively seeking feedback on work once it has been reviewed; Recording time spent on a daily basis, and ensuring that time charged is consistent with the proper performance of the work; Developing technical knowledge through appropriate reading and courses; Complying with RSM policies and procedures at all times; and Carrying out ad hoc administrative tasks when required (e.g. scanning and forwarding post; preparing training packs; assisting with bulk mailings; occasional filing support; and coding invoices for recharging to clients); Personal and professional qualities The role requires: Education to at least A Level standard or equivalent, with at least grade B GCSE Level English Language and Maths; Exceptional attention to detail; Strong oral and written communication skills; Strong IT skills, particularly Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel; Ability to work on one’s own initiative and as part of a team; Good organisational and time-management skills; Ability to work under pressure; and Flexibility and adaptability. An interest in Company Law, Company Secretarial Practice or Anti Money Laundering legislation is desirable, however, strong administrative skills are more important for this role. Experienced hire Permanent GUILDFORD Employer Services 24/02/2020