Northern LGPS - Company Secretary (Internal)
About this role
Northern LGPS - Company Secretary (CoSec)
Organization: Northern LGPS (via Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency)
Location: Any Northern LGPS location / C/O Guardsman Tony Downes House, 5 Manchester Road, Droylsden, United Kingdom
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time (37 hours per week)
Salary Range: Grade C (£80,000 - £100,000 per annum)
Application Deadline: 17:00 (5:00 PM), 28 September 2026
Job Introduction
Help shape the governance of a new investment management company!
Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency is proud to partner with Northern LGPS—a c£70bn pooled investment partnership for the Local Government Pension Scheme, bringing together the investments of Greater Manchester Pension Fund, Merseyside Pension Fund, and West Yorkshire Pension Fund.
As Northern LGPS establishes a new FCA-authorised investment management company, we are seeking a strategic and experienced Company Secretary (CoSec). Reporting to the Chief Risk Officer, you will lead the company secretariat function, providing trusted governance advice to the Board and its Committees while ensuring statutory obligations, regulatory requirements, and corporate governance frameworks are embedded from the outset.
About the Role
As Company Secretary, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the organisation is built on strong governance, regulatory compliance, and effective decision-making. Key responsibilities include:
Board & Committee Administration: Leading the planning and administration of Board and Committee meetings, drafting agendas, high-quality papers, minutes, and action logs.
Statutory & Regulatory Compliance: Maintaining statutory books, registers, and corporate filings in line with Companies Act and Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) expectations.
Governance Frameworks: Managing governance policies, terms of reference, director onboarding, board evaluations, and the governance risk register.
Data Protection & Oversight: Acting as the Data Protection Officer for Northern LGPS and overseeing external company secretariat service providers.
Stakeholder Engagement: Representing Northern LGPS on corporate governance matters with partner funds, regulators, auditors, and external advisers.
About You
We are looking for an accomplished governance professional who brings:
Essential Qualifications: Corporate Governance Institute qualified (or equivalent) and Certified Data Protection Officer (or significant relevant experience in both areas).
Significant experience in corporate governance and company secretariat responsibilities within a regulated environment.
Proven ability to provide trusted governance advice to Boards, senior executives, and Non-Executive Directors.
Strong background in statutory compliance, governance risk management, and regulatory reporting.
Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.
(Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role).
Why Join Northern LGPS?
As Northern LGPS evolves, we are building a collaborative, open, and trusting culture where people can do their best work. Benefits and features include:
Competitive salary (Grade C: £80,000 - £100,000)
Flexible and hybrid working arrangements to support collaboration and colleague wellbeing
A supportive learning culture focused on professional growth and sustainability
Commitment to equal opportunities and inclusive working environments