Deputy Company Secretary - Sheffield, United Kingdom - ITM Power PLC

ITM Power PLC

Verified Company

Sheffield, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Deputy Company Secretary

ITM Power

Location:
Sheffield

Direct Applicants Only - No Agency Applications at this time

About ITM Power

Building on more than two decades of science led research and development, ITM Power designs and manufactures pioneering PEM electrolysers that produce green hydrogen.

Our technology is helping to pave the way to a cleaner economy by enabling industry and other sectors to decarbonise.

As the first hydrogen related company to be listed on the London Stock Exchange, it's no exaggeration to say that we're globally recognised experts in our field.

In recent years, interest in green hydrogen has increased rapidly worldwide. To help meet demand and accelerate global progress towards net-zero, we have scaled up at speed.

In 2021, we opened our cutting-edge factory at Bessemer Park, Sheffield, representing a step-change in our ambition as a business.

Why join us

Our business is entering a significant period of transition, a pivotal stage of its development to scale its business while advancing its organisational culture towards a highly focused delivery company.

You will be working with an inspiring bunch of people, who all share our desire, commitment and ambition to succeed.

Our talented team of individuals display energy and enthusiasm with the ability to adapt to ever evolving business needs, encouraging each other to be the best we can.

We've come a long way, join us to play a key role in the next step of our incredible journey

What are we looking for
We have an opportunity for a Deputy Company Secretary.

Reporting to the Company Secretary, the Deputy Company Secretary will manage the day to day operations of the Company Secretariat function's activities, including PLC Board activity, listed company requirements, corporate governance, share plans, subsidiary governance and crucial year-end processes (including the AGM and Annual Report).

The role will also be crucial in supporting the General Counsel and Company Secretary to maintain high standards of corporate governance and ensuring that the Company complies fully with corporate governance obligations.

As such, the Deputy Company Secretary will play a significant part in shaping the development of the Company Secretariat function and to ensuring that the associated processes and activities are effective and efficient, driving a refresh of operations where required.

Responsibilities

Day to day management of all activities of the Company Secretariat function
Oversight and management of share registrars, share plan administrators and other key Company Secretariat relationships
Supporting the General Counsel and Company Secretary on advising PLC Board Directors on their duties and responsibilities and ensuring they are compliant with the statutes, constitutional documents and the Company's internal governance policies

PLC Board and Committees

Working with the General Counsel and Company Secretary on the development of agendas for meetings of the PLC Board and its Committees (Audit, Remuneration, Nomination) and preparation and distribution of PLC Board and Committee packs
Provide administration and minute taking support at various PLC Board Committee's and other business governance forums and meetings
Developing and maintaining induction and training materials for the PLC Board
Working with the General Counsel and Company Secretary on the annual PLC Board / Committee effectiveness evaluation
Management of activities to support Board engagement with stakeholders (including employees) and other activities relating to s.172 duties
Responsible for the annual review and updating of the Schedule of Matters Reserved for the Board and Board Committee Terms of Reference, other corporate governance documentation and selected legal compliance policies (including ABC and Gifts and Hospitality). Assist with the development and implementation of new policies and procedures to aid continuous improvement

Oversight of Corporate Governance/Listing Rules developments

Keeping up to date on general corporate governance, AIM 26 and QCA Code reporting requirements, Companies Act 2006, FCA Listing Rules and any other legal or regulatory developments relevant to the Company and advising / updating the Company Secretary as appropriate
Promoting best practice in corporate governance at Board and all other levels of the organisation
Support the General Counsel and Company Secretary to advise on and ensure compliance with the Market Abuse Regulations, including with respect to share dealing, inside information, maintenance of 'insider' lists and communications to affected 'insiders' and to PDMR's, permission to deal, market disclosure and announcements of share dealing, Disclosure Committee and Disclosure Committee Procedures and the maintenance, review, communication and training of all related company policies

Regulatory and Compliance