Temporary Assistant Manager

Location: UxbridgeWorking Pattern: Hybrid (3 days office / 2 days from home)Salary: Up to £3,700 per monthDuration: 6-month temporary contract (with potential for extension)

A well-established wellness company based in Uxbridge is seeking a Temporary Assistant Manager to support the corporate governance of approximately 50-55 wholly owned EMEA entities across 30+ jurisdictions. This role is ideal for candidates with solid governance or company secretarial exposure who are looking to further develop their experience within a collaborative, high-performing legal team.

• Collaborate with the Legal team to supportEMEA legal entities on a wide range of governance activities, including:
  • Director changes
  • Statutory filings
  • Preparation of minutes and board packs
  • Board meeting coordination
  • Dividend payments
  • Drafting and reviewing resolutions
  • Document execution
  • Updates to company constitutions
  • Oversight of translations
  • Management of powers of attorney
• Liaise with the Corporate Legal function to maintain consistent governance standards across the EMEA region, including contribution to policies and training initiatives.
• Monitor local legal entity requirements, track regulatory changes, and communicate updates to internal stakeholders at least quarterly.

The legal team operates in a fast-paced environment characterised by professionalism, collaboration, and strong leadership. The culture encourages openness, supportive working relationships, and the sharing of ideas. This combination of agility and teamwork enables the team to deliver high performance while maintaining a positive and respectful workplace.

• Minimum one year of company secretarial experience or similar governance/paralegal work.
• Experience using a legal entity management tool is preferred but not essential.

• A relevant legal or company secretarial qualification is advantageous.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks with accuracy.
• A positive, proactive attitude and an eagerness to develop within a corporate governance environment.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• A solid understanding of corporate governance
• Strong communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• A proactive and flexible approach to supporting a busy legal function

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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