Elliott Snowball

We are partnered with a professional services company seeking an experienced Governance Services Manager to support the day-to-day running of the office, oversee the take-on and administration of corporate entities, and lead a high-performing Client Services Administrator team. Responsibilities include:Contribute to the ongoing development of the UK Governance Services office, including operational procedures and daily management.Manage the onboarding and administration of new business in line with internal policies, ensuring clients receive efficient, professional service.Oversee a diverse portfolio of corporate clients, maintaining strong relationships and high-quality service delivery.Act as a director for client entities and serve as an authorised signatory on client bank accounts.Lead, support, and mentor team members to ensure high performance, strong technical capability, and alignment with organisational values.Provide technical guidance, training, and oversight to ensure consistent understanding of transactions across the team.Manage client expectations, nurture relationships, and help grow repeat business and referrals.Oversee day-to-day workflow for direct reports, ensuring timely processing of work, transaction deadlines, accurate time recording, WIP management, and debt control.Maintain consistency of service standards across the team and proactively resolve any issues.Ensure full adherence to internal policies, procedures, and governance standards.Support collaboration between the UK office and other jurisdictions to deliver coordinated, seamless corporate governance and legal services.Work closely with Risk & Compliance, staying informed on regulatory changes and industry developments.Ensure your team follows established risk frameworks, identifying process gaps and recommending enhancements to mitigate regulatory, operational, and reputational risk. Requirements:CGI UK Graduate, Affiliated, or Fellow Member.Demonstrable experience as a Company Secretary, with strong exposure to UK corporate structures.Proven experience in a law firm’s company secretarial team or a corporate services provider.Strong knowledge of the UK Companies Act and core company secretarial requirements.Previous people management experience.Proficient in Microsoft Office and SharePoint.Excellent record-keeping, documentation, organisation, and attention to detail.Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships and work collaboratively as part of a team. Apply with us today!