Senior Company Secretarial / Fee Earner
*Location: Farnborough
*Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
*Hours of Work: Monday to Thursday, 09:00 - 17:30; Friday, 09:00 - 17:00 (with a one-hour unpaid lunch break)
We are seeking a Senior Company Secretarial Fee Earner to join our Corporate and Commercial Department. This pivotal role involves providing advanced company secretarial support, managing complex transactions, and leading a team of 2-3 paralegals. The successful candidate will ensure efficient management of workflows and maintain high standards of accuracy and client service.
Day-to-day of the role:
*Manage company secretarial projects and workloads, ensuring all deadlines and milestones are met.
*Day-to-day management of 2-3 company secretarial paralegals.
*Act as a key point of contact between clients, solicitors, and external parties during transactions.
*Draft, review, and advise on a full range of company secretarial legal documents, including bespoke articles, board minutes, resolutions, and buy-back documentation.
*Identify and escalate key issues and risks to solicitors and clients as appropriate.
*Collect and organize necessary client information and documentation, responding to client inquiries promptly and professionally.
*Manage and supervise CoSec paralegals and administrative staff, providing guidance and support to enhance their skills and knowledge.
*Delegate tasks appropriately and ensure the team delivers work of high quality and accuracy.
*Maintain organized case files and transaction records, ensuring all documentation is properly stored and updated.
*Manage quotes, billing, and financial tracking for client matters, ensuring accurate and timely invoicing.
*Provide recommendations for streamlining processes to enhance efficiency and mitigate errors, including via the adoption of new technologies.
*Manage post-completion tasks, including registrations, document filings, and final reporting to clients.
*Participate in training sessions to enhance expertise in corporate law and transaction management.
*Attend off-site meetings where required.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
*Experience advising on complex UK company secretarial law matters.
*Experience managing small teams.
*Desire to review systems, policies, and processes and implement improvements.
*Strong technical knowledge in corporate governance and compliance.
*Ability to build strong rapport with clients and maintain professional relationships.
*Keen commercial awareness and understanding of the broader business context.
*Experience in undertaking business development would be advantageous.
*Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Benefits:
*Competitive salary and benefits package.
*Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
*Supportive team environment.
To apply for the Senior Company Secretarial Fee Earner position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.