via reed · 26 May 2026 ·11 days ago

Corporate Secretary- FTC

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Canary Wharf Full-time GBP 38,000 – 38,000
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Corporate Secretary- 3 month FTC

  • Annual Salary: £38,000 pro rata

  • Location: East London (Hybrid- 2 days in office)

  • Job Type: 3-month Fixed Term Contract (FTC)

  • Working model- Monday-Friday (37.5 hours)

  • Start Date- Immediate

Join a leading organisation in the pensions industry, recognised for its significant contributions to the automatic enrolment programme. This role offers the opportunity to provide essential operational administrative support within the Corporate Secretariat function, playing a key role in supporting senior management and Board Members.

Day-to-day of the role:

  • Provide operational administrative support to the Corporate Secretariat and Deputy Corporate Secretariats, working independently and taking initiative to explore solutions.

  • Manage diaries for Non-Executive Board Members and the Corporate Secretariat team, prioritising meetings and managing logistics.

  • Handle systematic inbox management, including drafting responses, categorising emails, and prioritising urgent communications.

  • Manage internal and external queries efficiently, escalating priority items as necessary.

  • Oversee IT requests and coordinate induction plans for new starters.

  • Organise travel, accommodation, and manage expenses in line with internal policies.

  • Lead the setup of Board and Committee meetings, handling all associated logistics including catering and documentation.

  • Take responsibility for discrete projects or pieces of work on behalf of the Corporate Secretariat or Chief of Staff.

Required Skills & Qualifications:
  • Strong experience in providing administrative support in a high-demand office environment.

  • Ability to organise, prioritise, and manage multiple tasks independently in a fast-paced environment.

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications with the ability to quickly learn new IT systems.

  • Experience in developing internal networks to achieve results.

  • Background in financial services, pensions, or insurance is advantageous.

  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, comfortable liaising with senior internal and external stakeholders.

  • Strong organisational skills with meticulous attention to detail.

  • Flexible, pragmatic, and solution-oriented with a strong work ethic.

Benefits:
  • Hybrid working model allowing flexibility.

  • Opportunity to work in a dynamic and ever-changing environment.

  • Exposure to senior management and critical business operations.

To apply for this Corporate Secretary, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this position.

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