Brook Street
Assistant Board Secretary
Manchester M2 3LF
Key information
- Pay
- £37,690.68 - £38,690.68
- Hours
- Full-time
- Contract
- Contract
- Remote working
- 2 days remote
- Posted date
- 15 Jul 2026
- Closing date
- 22 Jul 2026
About this role
Assistant Board Secretary - Manchester, UK
ASAP Start
Contract until March 2026- Possibility of extension
Job Responsibilities
- Assist in the preparation and distribution of board meeting agendas, papers, and minutes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
- Support the organisation and administration of board meetings, including logistics and documentation management.
- Maintain and update statutory registers and governance documentation in compliance with legal requirements.
- Coordinate communication between board members, senior management, and external stakeholders.
- Ensure adherence to governance policies and procedures, providing guidance where necessary.
- Assist with the organisation of annual general meetings and other statutory events.
- Support the implementation of governance best practices and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information at all times.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Previous experience in a governance, administrative, or secretarial role, ideally within a public sector or non-profit environment.
- Strong organisational and time-management skills with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and document management systems.
- Knowledge of governance frameworks, statutory requirements, and best practices.
- Attention to detail and high levels of accuracy in documentation and record-keeping.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
- Professional certification in governance or secretarial practice.
If you are a proactive and detail-oriented professional looking to contribute to a reputable organisation committed to good governance, we would love to hear from you.
Brook Street NMR is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.