Part Time Assistant Company Secretary (8 month Contract) - Edinburgh - ref. f45303215

About Our Client

Governance Structure Project:

• Drafting key governance documents such as terms of reference, schemes of delegation, roles and responsibilities, in alignment with constitutional requirements, charity law, and governance best practices.

Secretariat Support:

• Assist the Society Secretary in the effective coordination of governance activities across the organisation and its subsidiaries.
• Maintain accurate trustee records, and manage the archive of Board and Committee papers, minutes, and other governance documents and processes.

Additional Duties:

• Assist the Society Secretary in the implementation of governance-related audit recommendations.
• Support the Society Secretary in arranging the Annual General Meeting (AGM).

• Qualified or part-qualified member of the Chartered Governance Institute (CGIUK), with a minimum of 3 years' experience in a similar governance role.
• Proven experience in researching governance requirements and drafting key documents such as policies, terms of reference, delegated authorities, and other governance-related materials.
• Strong knowledge of data protection requirements and the ability to implement risk management frameworks (desirable).
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.
• Experience using electronic board or meeting portals (desirable).

Other Desirable Skills:

• Proactive with excellent attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in all governance documentation and processes.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to liaise with senior management, trustees, and key stakeholders.

The Successful Applicant

A candidate with a co-sec background

What's on Offer

A competitive salary - up to £50,000 pro rata