Assistant group company secretary

Job description Some careers open more doors than others. If you’re looking for a career that will unlock new opportunities, join HSBC and experience the possibilities. Whether you want a career that could take you to the top, or simply take you in an exciting new direction, HSBC offers opportunities, support and rewards that will take you further. Corporate Governance Secretariat delivers world-class governance across the bank. We ensure HSBC is well managed, with effective oversight and simplified decision-making. We drive discussions at the right forums, focused on key issues and opportunities, supported by robust high-quality information that influences timely strategic decision-making. As part of the Deputy Group Secretary (DGS) team, the role will report to the Head of Audit Governance and Board Advisory and work closely with the Deputy Group Secretary. The successful candidate will be responsible for helping to deliver key governance outcomes and meeting support for the HSBC Holdings plc Board and a number of its main committees. As an HSBC employee in the UK, you will have access to tailored professional development opportunities and a competitive pay and benefits package. This includes private healthcare for all UK-based employees, enhanced maternity and adoption pay and support when you return to work, and a contributory pension scheme with a generous employer contribution. In this role you will: Supporting the HSBC Holdings plc Board and its main committees in relation to effecting meetings and the company’s governance outcomes; in particular FAR and Remuneration Governance teams in relation to key deliverables for the HSBC Holdings Board, including ICAAP/ILAAP, Recovery and Resolution Planning, training, etc. Ensuring the implementation of effective governance across the Group by promoting proper usage of board/committee templates and functionality within Digital Governance. Overseeing the Board terms of reference and matters reserved for the Board. Liaising with the board support team and GEC support team on board logistics and providing feedback following Board meetings. Assisting with the process and planning for Board and Committee evaluations and drafting of reports to the Board and agreeing necessary disclosures in the Annual Report and Accounts Assisting with management of the Board forward agenda and consequent planning and actions. Keeping NED SMF evidence books up to date. Requirements To be successful in this role you should meet the following requirements: Qualified company secretary or lawyer with experience in a high quality, large and complex organisation. Experience of acting as Secretary for a portfolio of companies within a Company Secretarial Department and ensuring applicable governance standards are met Strong knowledge of corporate governance principles, including driving high quality governance standards, via credible and practical experience. Excellent planning, stakeholder management and attention to detail when ensuring delivery of complex projects requiring input from multiple different teams. Someone creative and proactive with a lateral thinking/ problem solving mind. Financial services / UK regulatory experience is desirable but not essential. This role is based in London or Edinburgh - Hybrid. Opening up a world of opportunity. We believe that being open to a range of perspectives and cultures is vital for our business. We work hard to ensure our diverse and inclusive workplace reflects the communities we serve. We want everyone to achieve their potential – regardless of their gender, ethnicity, disability, religion, sexual orientation or age. If you have a different way of seeing the world, we are interested in hearing from you. Being open to different points of view is important for our business and the communities we serve. At HSBC, we’re dedicated to creating diverse and inclusive workplaces. Our recruitment processes are accessible to everyone - no matter their gender, ethnicity, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or age. We take pride in being part of the Disability Confident Scheme. This helps make sure you can be interviewed fairly if you have a disability, long term health condition, or are neurodiverse. If you’d like to