Diligenta Careers Internal

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Summary of the role

We are pleased to share a unique opportunity for one of our colleagues to step into the role of Company Secretary, based in Peterborough. Following an upcoming retirement, this is a rare chance to take on a position that offers exceptional exposure and development, working closely with our Executive Team, Board, and senior stakeholders.

The cyclical nature of the role and its close alignment with Board Committees means the successful candidate will gain invaluable insight into strategic decision‑making, governance, and organisational leadership. The role can sit alongside an existing position or complement involvement in broader corporate initiatives, making it an excellent step for someone ready to stretch and grow.

This senior position plays a pivotal role in ensuring Diligenta’ s governance framework is robust, effective, and aligned with UK legal and regulatory requirements. The Company Secretary supports the Board, Committees, and senior executives with high‑quality secretariat services and maintains the company’s standards of corporate governance. While the role requires a strong understanding of relevant legislation, it does not involve providing legal advice.

You will also provide oversight of governance structures, decision‑making processes, and policy management across the organisation.

Please note, as this is a people leadership role the successful applicant will be supported to succeed in their new role through enrolment in the appropriate level of our Diligenta Leadership 'Step' Pathway (subject to eligibility criteria), designed to drive quality and consistency across the organisation.

What you’ll be doing

Acting as a subject matter expert on the UK legal and regulatory environment relevant to Diligenta as it pertains to Corporate Governance
Facilitating effective communication between the Board, Committees, shareholders, and senior management.
Delivering core company secretarial services, including maintaining statutory registers, organising Board and AGM meetings, preparing agendas, and taking minutes.
Liaising confidently with regulators, auditors, and external stakeholders.
Leading on strategic governance to ensure compliance with legal, ethical, and regulatory requirements, including timely submission of statutory documents and annual returns.
Supporting corporate restructuring, share issues, and other key secretarial matters.

What we’re looking for

Strong ability to engage and influence senior internal and external stakeholders.
Experience operating at a strategic leadership level.
A track record of quickly building credibility and trust at all levels.
Confidence and professionalism in supporting high‑profile Board members.
Ideally, experience working within a multi‑site matrix environment.
Strong commercial and legal understanding.
High levels of integrity, accuracy, and attention to detail.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to contribute at a strategic level.
Outstanding organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.

The hiring manager to contact is: Kate Sands Email: kate.sands@diligenta.co.uk

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