Company Secretary

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Head of Legal and External Affairs, Chief Counsel and Chair of the Board to continue to review and enhance the effectiveness of Capital One's Board, committee structure and corporate governance arrangements
• Work closely with Capital One's executive management team to support them in the proactive identification of matters that should be presented to Board, the production of high quality Board papers and effective engagement with the Board
• Support the Board in their interactions with executive management, including through developing a strong relationship with Non-executive Directors to enhance the value of their interactions with executive Directors and the broader business
• Manage the appointment and resignation process of Board directors, including the onboarding and training of new Board directors (both executive and non- executive directors)
• Manage relevant corporate filings to companies house and FCA as appropriate
• Develop and oversee the processes that ensure the company compliance with all applicable codes, including the Wates Principles for Large Private Companies
• Partner with the Corporate Governance team of our parent company in the US in relation to other UK entities within the Capital One global footprint, reporting on close links, shareholder requirements and knowledge sharing
• With support from external counsel, maintain statutory books, including registers of members, directors and secretaries
• Take responsibility for ensuring other corporate non-financial reporting required of Capital One, such as climate related annual reporting, is undertaken in accordance with prevailing rules
• Monitor changes in relevant legislation and corporate governance guidelines, including regulatory expectations
• Partner with legal, external affairs and regulatory relations functions to support external engagements that involve the Board

Requirements

• The role would suit a Chartered Governance Institute professional with experience leading on Company Secretarial matters within a financial services environment
• Track record of strong stakeholder management and an ability to influence
• Excellent organisational and drafting skills and an eye for detail
• Strong communication skills
• A desire and ability to shape, lead and drive change, including supporting key stakeholders through change
• Great problem solving skills to be successful in identifying, evaluating and resolving issues of strategic, legal and reputational importance
• Confidence in building new relationships and connections, both internally and externally
• An ability to work autonomously and effectively manage conflicting priorities
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment, with flexibility to adapt to our changing business needs
• Where and how you'll work
• This is a permanent position based in our Nottingham office.
• We have a hybrid working model, so you'll be based in our Nottingham office 3 days a week on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, and can work from home on Monday and Friday
• Many of our associates have flexible working arrangements, and we're open to talking about an arrangement that works for you.

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Additional Information

Nottingham Trent House (95002), United Kingdom, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Company Secretary About this role Capital One (Europe) plc (Capital One) has an exciting opportunity within its Legal, Governance and External Affairs team for an experienced Company Secretary and corporate governance professional to join as our Company Secretary. You'll lead a governance team responsible for supporting the Board, CEO and the wider executive management. You will have the opportunity to help develop and shape Capital One's corporate governance arrangements as it continues to enhance the effectiveness of its Board to support the delivery of its strategy.

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