General Counsel & Company Secretary

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General Counsel & Company Secretary Salary: £130,000 - £150,000 per annumLocation: Stratford office, high flex (1-2 days in office)Working pattern: Permanent 35 hours (potentially consider flexible working for the right candidate)Application method: CVand screening questions required Full job description here (please contact us if you would like this in an accessible format): Candidate PackClosing date: 10th OctoberWe are looking for an experienced leader with excellent knowledge of risk and assurance tojoin us as General Counsel & Company Secretary.Its an exciting time to join Cancer Research UK as we build the leadership team for our newly created Chief Operating Office (COO) directorate. Not only will you play a key role in the formation this team but,as a senior leader at CRUK, you will share responsibility for driving forward our ambitious Corporate Plan. In this key role, you will be a trusted advisor to the Chair and the Trustees, as well as ensuring that timely and appropriate legal and regulatorysupport is provided for all matters across CRUK. As a member of the COO leadership team and an attendee at key Executive meetings, you will contribute to the broader strategic direction of the charity, supporting the organisation in its vision to bring forwardthe day when all cancers are cured.What will I be doing Make an impact every day by: Owning, developing and operating a Corporate Governance framework that aligns to the needs of CRUK, including councils, committees, legal & regulatory, risk & assurance,corporate social responsibility, ensuring lawful & effective board processes. Be a trusted advisor to the Chair, the Trustees, acting as an interface between Trustees and the Charitys Executive when required. Support Trustees to fulfil their statutory dutiesin accordance with relevant laws and corporate governance requirements. Ensure counsel is provided on legal & regulatory issues relating to CRUK core operations (excluding Cancer Research Technology Limited and the Research & Innovation Directorate) and ensurethat CRUK operates within the law. Be the main point of contact with Charity Commission. Create a positive culture for your team which recognises success, develops and drives high performance and rewards results.What skills are you looking forTo succeed inthis role you must have the ability to proactively communicate with stakeholders on key matters as well as a proven ability to handle matters of a particularly complex nature. Youll be able to bring to the role: Extensive experience in a Company Secretary/GeneralCouncil position within a large organisation. Proven ability to build strong, trusted relationships and influence at a senior level, driving decisions on matters of governance, compliance and best practice. Significant experience of bringing a sustainableapproach to corporate governance, risk management, business continuity, assurance & problem solving. Significant experience of team leadership and the ability to motivate others. Member of ICSA: The Chartered Governance Institute (or qualified solicitor/barrister).Whatwill I gain Without you we wouldnt be able to achieve our aim of seeing 3 in 4 people survive cancer by 2034. So, we want to reward you in as many ways as possible. Our benefits package includes discounts on anything from travel to technology, generous holidayallowance, gym membership, and much more. We want to ensure that you have the best work/life balance possible, so we actively encourage a flexible working culture for all our roles wherever possible. For most of our office-based roles youll only be requiredto work from a specific location for 1 or 2 days a week on average. Youll also be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. And ultimately, youll know that youll be changing lives through your work.If youre as ambitious aswe are, join our collective force and enjoy an excellent career, as we save lives and add years.