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About the Role

The Group Company Secretary leads the Company Secretariat function, ensuring high-quality corporate governance, Board support, and statutory compliance for a global specialty insurer. This role acts as a trusted advisor to the Board, Committees, and senior management, supporting effective decision-making and maintaining a robust governance framework within a complex international structure.

Responsibilities

• Support the CGL Board and its principal Committees, providing clear and pragmatic governance advice.
• Lead the planning and delivery of Board and Committee meetings, including agenda setting and forward planning.
• Attend meetings and oversee the production of high-quality, Board-level minutes.
• Ensure effective tracking and follow-up of actions and decisions.
• Own and develop the Group Corporate Governance Framework and supporting policies.
• Ensure governance arrangements remain consistent, proportionate, and aligned across jurisdictions.
• Provide advice on governance best practice and regulatory expectations.
• Direct responsibility for the CGL Board and Committees, FHL Board (Jersey), and key Asia entities.
• Oversight of governance across the UK, US, and Bermuda through the team structure.
• Oversee statutory compliance across all Group entities, including filings and corporate records.
• Lead key corporate actions including AGMs, dividends, restructurings, and director changes.
• Support the preparation of governance disclosures for the Annual Report.
• Lead Board and Committee effectiveness reviews and governance improvement initiatives.
• Support director recruitment, induction, and ongoing development.
• Provide governance input into strategic projects, transactions, and regulatory developments.
• Lead and develop the Company Secretariat team, setting clear direction and maintaining high standards.
• Mentor junior team members, building capability and confidence.
• Oversee delivery across entity management, filings, and governance processes.

Requirements

• Extensive Group Company Secretary or Deputy Company Secretary experience.
• Strong track record of supporting Boards within a regulated, multi-jurisdictional environment (ideally insurance).
• Deep understanding of corporate governance, company law, and regulatory frameworks.
• Proven ability to operate at senior level with credibility and judgement.
• Excellent communication, drafting, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

• Leading Change
• Leading Teams
• Stakeholder engagement
• Collaboration and teamwork
• Adapting to change
• Continuous Improvement
• Innovation
• Resilience
• Future Focused

Location

• City of London

Work Type

• Hybrid working

Experience Level

• Extensive Group Company Secretary or Deputy Company Secretary experience
• Proven ability to operate at senior level

Education Level

• CGI qualified (ACG or equivalent)

Salary/Compensations

• Competitive base salary

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package
• Hybrid working
• Competitive base salary
• Non-contributory pension
• Discretionary bonus
• Insurances including health (family) and dental cover
• Benefits to enhance financial, physical, social and psychological health

About the Company

• Canopius is a global specialty lines (re)insurer.
• One of the leading insurers in the Lloyd’s of London insurance market with offices in the UK, US, Singapore, Australia and Bermuda.
• Fosters a distinctive, positive culture which enables employees to bring their whole selves to work to flourish as people, and build a business which delivers profitable, sustainable results.
• Based in incredible new offices in the heart of the City of London.
• Operates a flexible, hybrid working model.
• Committed to providing an environment that challenges employees to be their best and where everyone's unique contributions are recognised, valued and respected.

Equal Opportunity

• Fully committed to equal employment opportunities for all applicants and providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.
• All employment decisions are made regardless of age, sex, gender identity, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, socio-economic background, religion or beliefs, marital or caring status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.
• Encourage and welcome applicants from all diverse backgrounds.
• Make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and during employment.
• Please let us know if you require any information in an alternate format or any other reasonable adjustments.