Manager / Senior Manager – Governance

Location: Hybrid in London, United Kingdom; office attendance required at least three days per week. Travel within the UK for client meetings may be required.

Company

hirify.global provides financial reporting and corporate governance services to London-listed public companies, private businesses, and investor-backed groups through its One Advisory business.

What you will do

• Manage a portfolio of listed PLC and private company clients, delivering high-quality company secretarial and corporate governance services.
• Plan and deliver annual Board and Committee meeting cycles, including agendas, meeting packs, attendance, and minutes.
• Lead AGMs and other general meetings, including drafting and advising on meeting notices.
• Advise clients on corporate governance codes, disclosures, annual report governance sections, MAR records, RNS announcements, and AIM Rule 26 compliance.
• Oversee statutory books, registers, website governance content, and other compliance activities.
• Contribute to M&A, IPO preparation, Board evaluations, director training, share option administration, and the development of junior colleagues.

Requirements

• CGI-qualified at ACG/FCG level, or qualified as a lawyer or chartered accountant.
• At least 4 years of relevant company secretarial experience, including 3 or more years working with listed PLCs.
• Strong experience supporting Boards and Committees, including high-quality minute-taking.
• Sound knowledge of corporate governance structures, reporting, MAR, and statutory compliance; working knowledge of Diligent Entities.
• Excellent attention to detail, prioritisation, delegation, written and verbal communication, and presentation skills.
• Ability to manage and develop junior staff, with willingness to travel within the UK for client meetings when needed.

Nice to have

• Professional services experience.
• Experience with share option schemes, including HMRC filings.
• Previous line management experience and an interest in business development and brand-building activities.

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid working with regular office collaboration and support for junior colleagues’ development.
• Supportive, collaborative culture focused on knowledge sharing and professional development.
• Learning and development programmes supporting long-term career growth.
• Inclusive and equitable workplace with an Equal Opportunities Policy.
• Values centered on straightforward, confident, pragmatic, and approachable advice.