Assistant company secretary

AVEVA is a global leader in industrial software. Our cutting-edge solutions are used by thousands of enterprises to deliver the essentials of life – such as energy, infrastructure, chemicals and minerals – safely, efficiently and more sustainably. We’re the first software business in the world to have our sustainability targets validated by the SBTi, and we’ve been recognized for the transparency and ambition of our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We’ve also recently been named as one of the world’s most innovative companies. If you’re a curious and collaborative person who wants to make a big impact through technology, then we want to hear from you! Find out more at https://www.aveva.com/en/about/careers/ Assistant Company Secretary (London, Hybrid) Job Purpose The primary responsibility will be the management and coordination of the Company Secretarial and corporate governance activity of a portfolio of AVEVA’s entities in the UK, EMEA and Americas region. The post holder will act as the principal point of contact for company secretarial matters related to the entities in the regions. This role is a key member of the Company Secretariat team which has global responsibility for company secretarial matters. The Company Secretariat team forms part of the wider Legal organisation ultimately reporting to the Chief Legal and Transformation Officer. Roles and responsibilities To act as the point of contact for company secretarial matters and coordinate and manage all company secretarial matters for the range of entities within the portfolio. Ensure that the entities comply fully with relevant corporate legislation and make all appropriate filings with corporate regulators on a timely basis, with or without the support of third party advisors. Ensure that accurate corporate data and structure charts are maintained for entities. Manage the relationships with key external suppliers to the Company Secretariat function. To provide company secretarial support on large corporate transactions and projects. Assistance with other company secretarial tasks as required. To work with the wider team, sharing team tasks and covering holidays and absences Knowledge, Skills Experience Required Similar previous experience. Proven track record in local corporate and company secretarial matters Strong organizational skills Excellent interpersonal skills High level of attention to detail Team player Analytical Client (internal) focused Flexible, adaptable and pragmatic Able to use initiative to resolve problems and identify improvements to processes AVEVA requires all successful applicants to undergo and pass a comprehensive background check before they start employment. Background checks will be conducted in accordance with local laws and may, subject to those laws, include proof of educational attainment, employment history verification, proof of work authorization, criminal records, identity verification, credit check. Certain positions dealing with sensitive and/or third party personal data may involve additional background check criteria. AVEVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to being an exemplary employer with an inclusive culture, developing a workplace environment where all our employees are treated with dignity and respect. We value diversity and the expertise that people from different backgrounds bring to our business. Come and join AVEVA to create the transformative technology that enables our customers to engineer a better world.