The Organisation
This leading retail and corporate bank prides itself on its range of products and being part of the community in which it operates, ensuring customers enjoy a uniquely personal banking experience. With a strong commitment to adapting to customer needs and CSR, this bank continues to have a uniquely loyal customer base which continues to go from strength to strength.
The Opportunity
The bank is looking for a seasoned Company Secretary to join for the business, reporting to the Head of Legal. In this position, you will provide support and assist all legal and administrative aspects of the company secretarial function by providing proactive, expert and commercially oriented advice to the business. As part of a small legal team, you will work closely with senior management; you will also work closely with the wider business and advise on a range of day to day matters common in the running of a UK bank.
About You
A retail / lending background is key, with knowledge of banking consumer products and the regulatory framework around these also being helpful. A broad finance skill-set of any sectors will be considered; key will be a commercial approach and the ability and an interest in a varied role. A positive, can-do attitude and enthusiasm for working with people and building relationships is also key. The role requires a commercial or financial services professional with a good understanding of company laws and regulations.
Business facing, proactive, results orientated, self-driven, and the ability to work independently in a small team. Lending experience would be useful, and someone who enjoys a varied role, working closely with the business and senior stakeholders.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-respected retail bank in a varied role.
This is being offered on an interim and permanent basis.