Deputy Company Secretary (Maritime)

TL;DR

Deputy Company Secretary (Corporate Governance): Providing support for effective governance, compliance, and statutory obligations across global entities with an accent on board support and share plan management. Focus on project managing the Annual Report, ensuring compliance with the UK Corporate Governance Code, and maintaining insider lists.

Location: London, UK

Company

hirify.global is a leading global provider of maritime services, including broking, finance, port services, and research for the shipping and energy markets.

What you will do

• Act as Secretary to the Audit and Risk Committee, managing agendas, meetings, and follow-up actions.
• Draft corporate governance papers for Board and Committee meetings.
• Project manage the Annual Report process and support the AGM and shareholder engagement.
• Manage the Group's discretionary and all-employee share plans.
• Ensure strict compliance with the Companies Act, UK Corporate Governance Code, Listing Rules, and Market Abuse Regulations.
• Mentor the Company Secretariat Assistant and Team Administrator to support their professional development.

Requirements

• Solid experience as a Deputy Company Secretary or Corporate Governance Assistant, preferably in a multi-jurisdictional environment.
• Strong understanding of corporate law, governance standards, listing rules, and statutory compliance.
• Exceptional organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with high discretion and confidentiality.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.

Nice to have

• Professional qualifications such as CGI (Chartered Governance Institute) or equivalent.

Culture & Benefits

• Environment based on integrity, respect, and ethical conduct.
• Culture of collaboration and relationship building across diverse backgrounds.
• Emphasis on drive, resilience, and proactive problem-solving.
• Professional growth opportunities through mentoring and leadership tasks.