Assistant Company Secretary

At GenesisCare we want to hear from people who are as passionate as we are about innovation and working together to drive better life outcomes for patients around the world.

Are you ready to embark on an exciting journey as Assistant Company Secretary at GenesisCare UK? Join our dedicated team and be part of something extraordinary, transforming cancer care across the UK.

The Role:

As the Assistant Company Secretary, you will support the General Counsel and Company Secretary with the smooth and efficient functioning of the company’s governance framework. This role requires a proactive, detail-oriented individual with strong interpersonal and organisational skills, capable of working collaboratively with senior stakeholders and external partners. This is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact and develop your career.

What You'll Do:

• Support with ensuring that the business complies with all legal, regulatory and statutory obligations, including the Companies Act 2006.
• Advising on corporate governance issues, including self-assessments against best practice and the development of improvement projects.
• Assist in the planning and organising of board and committee meetings, including drafting agendas, preparing materials, and ensuring effective minutes are recorded.
• Maintain required statutory registers for UK group entities and support the timely submission of all statutory returns, including annual reports, financial statements, and other regulatory reports.
• Support with the coordination of shareholder communications and dealing with investor queries.
• Assist in drafting and reviewing governance policies and procedures.
• Support the preparation of the Annual Report and other key documents.
• Provide guidance on governance matters to internal stakeholders.
• Monitor changes in relevant legislation and regulatory environments and support the development of mitigation actions to ensure the company’s compliance.
• Collaborate with the broader Legal, Risk and Governance function to mitigate legal risks and ensure a strong governance process.

What You'll Have:

Experience and skills:

• Proven experience in a similar role, preferably within a corporate or professional environment.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritise effectively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Self-starter attitude and willingness to be involved in broader projects across the business.

Qualifications and Knowledge:

• Part-qualified or fully qualified with ICSA/CGI (The Chartered Governance Institute) or equivalent.
• Knowledge of UK company law, governance frameworks, and compliance requirements.

Other requirements for this role:

• Willingness to work flexibly to meet deadlines and attend meetings.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and confidentiality.

Why Choose GenesisCare:

Discover what's in store for you when you join the GenesisCare UK team:

• Shape your work-life balance with 26 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays, and the option to buy more or sell back annual leave.
• Prioritise your well-being with complimentary private medical and dental coverage, access to Employee Assistance Program, and Income Protection.
• Access our world-class radiotherapy - free to you and your immediate family, if required.
• Secure your future with a competitive Company Contributory Pension Scheme.
• Nurture your mental health and well-being through our well-being community, with access to Babylon Health and Headspace Wellbeing.
• Enjoy hassle-free commutes with free parking at most of our centres.
• Treat yourself with exclusive retail discounts.

Who We Are:

GenesisCare UK is the leading provider of private oncology services in the UK, pioneering a transformation in cancer care. Through innovative, personalised treatments, we are enhancing patient quality of life, life expectancy, and overall survival rates.

We are a team of over 600 highly trained physicians, healthcare professionals and support staff operating 14 specialist outpatient cancer centres across the UK. Our aim is to provide world-class care, offering the latest proven treatments including advanced diagnostics, medical oncology, radiotherapy, and Theranostics.

We take an integrated approach to cancer care, focusing on treating the whole patient, not just the cancer. Our personalised treatment programmes include wellbeing services in partnership with Penny Brohn UK and exercise medicine, proven to enhance patient outcomes.

Collaborating with universities and leading clinicians globally, we're dedicated to researching and developing improved cancer treatments. Our UK clinical trials programme aims to broaden access to new therapies.

We’re passionate about innovation and working together to make great things happen. We make significant investments in our employees to provide opportunities for growth, learning, and development within their roles.

Join GenesisCare UK and shape your future, while shaping the future of cancer care  

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GenesisCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.