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!