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Company Secretarial Advisor - Funds

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Company Secretarial Professional looking for the next step in their career with A&L Goodbody LLP. The role will work within the Funds department and offer the successful candidate an exciting role on a high achieving team that comes with variety and responsibility.

This is a 12 month fixed term contract - full time position

Key duties and responsibilities

Managing a large portfolio of top tier clients
Advising clients in relation to their statutory compliance obligations
Preparing annual returns and other statutory forms
Advising on and preparing documentation in relation to change of name, change of articles, transfer of shares, amendment to share capital etc.
Creation and maintenance of Registers of Beneficial ownership
Maintaining statutory registers, including company secretarial databases
Drafting minutes for board meetings and AGM/EGMs
Attendance at board meetings and taking minutes
Dealing with daily queries and requests from clients, auditors and solicitors
Responsibility for billing clients and for debt collection
Arranging for notarisation and apostilling of documents

ICSA qualified with a minimum of 1 - 3 years post-qualification experience.
Good knowledge of Irish company law and familiarity with the companies Act 2014
A strong communicator with demonstrated ability to work as part of a successful team
Strong corporate secretarial technical knowledge
Excellent minute taking skills
Strong IT skills and familiarity with company secretarial software
Capability to work on own initiative with an excellent time management skills and ability to manager a busy workload

A competitive remuneration package
Pension and health insurance contribution, clubs and subs contribution, marriage/civil partnership gratuity and leave, life assurance, complimentary conveyancing allowance and a free restaurant and coffee shop
Hybrid working policy
Discretionary performance bonus
Access to the firm’s marquee training and development programmes, delivered through the ALG School of Business and Law

The Firm

A&L Goodbody (ALG) is a leading Irish law firm with five international offices in Dublin, Belfast, London, New York and San Francisco. There are currently 116 partners and over 900 employees. The strong international and domestic business community in Ireland forms a valuable part of the ALG client base. ALG is incredibly proud to be recognised as the leading Irish law firm in the Chambers and Partners Europe 2024 Guide with the highest number of Band 1 practice area rankings. ALG is also ranked as a 'top tier' law firm in The Legal 500 EMEA Guide 2024 and the IFLR1000 Guide 2023. The firm is consistently ranked number one in the Irish market and on a European level.

A sample of other recent notable awards include:
Awarded the Investors in Diversity Silver Mark in 2024 by the Irish Centre for Diversity
Most Popular Graduate Recruiter in Law 2024 by GradIreland (for 13 consecutive years)
Law firm of the year – Republic of Ireland 2023 at The Lawyer European Awards
Irish Law Firm of the Year 2023 at the Chambers Europe Awards
One of the top 50 most innovative law firms in Europe 2023 by the Financial Times
Future of Legal Services Innovation Award winners 2024
Best client support 2023 by the Managing Partners Forum
Business Working Responsibly Mark 2023
Ireland's top 25 best places to work by LinkedIn's Top Companies list for 2022

ALG has a reputation for leading the way in continuously developing its service to clients and internally to its business. This is delivered through the use of new processes, ways of working, innovative use of technology and marketing-leading business service teams.

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What You Should Know About Company Secretarial Advisor - Funds, A&L Goodbody LLP

Join A&L Goodbody LLP as a Company Secretarial Advisor - Funds and elevate your career in a dynamic and rewarding environment! This full-time, 12-month fixed-term contract role offers you the chance to showcase your expertise while being part of a high-performing team in our esteemed Funds department. You'll manage a diverse and impressive portfolio of top-tier clients, assisting them with their statutory compliance obligations and advising on matters such as change of name, transfer of shares, and amendments to share capital. Your role will involve the preparation of annual returns, maintenance of statutory registers, and drafting minutes for board meetings. As a qualified ICSA professional with 1-3 years of post-qualification experience, you'll not only utilize your strong knowledge of Irish company law but will also enjoy the challenge of a busy workload that requires excellent time management and communication skills. With a competitive remuneration package, hybrid working options, and access to our renowned training programs, this opportunity promises both professional growth and personal satisfaction. Plus, A&L Goodbody is consistently recognized as a top law firm, offering an environment where innovation and support are at the forefront of our service delivery. If you’re excited about the prospect of contributing to a market-leading firm known for its commitment to diversity, client support, and continuous development, then this may just be the perfect role for you!

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What are the main responsibilities of a Company Secretarial Advisor - Funds at A&L Goodbody LLP?

As a Company Secretarial Advisor - Funds at A&L Goodbody LLP, your primary responsibilities will include managing a portfolio of esteemed clients, ensuring their compliance with statutory obligations, preparing annual returns, drafting documentation related to changes in corporate structure, and maintaining official company registers. Additionally, you'll handle queries from clients and support meetings by taking detailed minutes.