Job Description

SIG plc is a leading supplier of specialist building materials to trade customers across Europe with strong positions in its core markets as a specialist distributor of insulation and drylining products and as a merchant of roofing and exteriors products.


We're currently recruiting for an experienced Assistant Company Secretary to join our Legal & Company Secretariat team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in SIG's governance framework, supporting the Board, and ensuring corporate compliance across a complex, multi-entity plc environment.


This is a 12 month fixed term contract and is hybrid with occasional travel as required

What does the role involve?

As Assistant Company Secretary, you will provide high-quality governance and company secretarial support to SIG plc and its UK subsidiaries, working closely with the General Counsel & Company Secretary.


Your responsibilities will include:

Delivering governance, statutory compliance and company secretarial support for SIG plc and UK subsidiaries. Assisting in the production of papers for the Board and its Committees, and publishing materials for these meetings via the Diligent platform Supporting compliance with the UK Corporate Governance Code, Companies Act, UK Listing Rules, UK Market Abuse Regulation, Takeover Code, and other regulatory frameworks. Working directly with Non-Executive Directors, providing prompt, professional support and information. Maintaining the Group's structure chart and company database (Diligent Entities) to ensure accurate and up-to-date records. Owning corporate record keeping for SIG plc and UK subsidiaries and ensuring all statutory filings are completed accurately and on time. Assisting with the incorporation and dissolution of subsidiary companies to meet business needs. Drafting and coordinating the governance sections of the Annual Report & Accounts, and supporting year-end processes. Assisting in the effective organisation of the AGM, including documentation and logistics. Supporting group restructuring, M&A activity, and completion formalities. Assisting Group Reward in administering the Group's share schemes. Releasing RNS announcements via the London Stock Exchange and making other filings, such as Delayed Disclosure Notifications. Building strong relationships across the business including Group Reward, HR, Tax & Treasury, Finance and UK/non-UK operating companies. Assessing new governance technologies and recommending forward-looking solutions for the Group.

This role is key to ensuring governance standards and corporate compliance, and enabling an efficient, technology-driven Company Secretariat function. The Co Sec function comprises of this role plus the GC/Co Sec.

What you'll have:

Minimum 5 years' company secretarial experience in a listed plc environment. Strong understanding of relevant legislation, governance codes and Listing Rules. Experience using Diligent Entities, Diligent Boards, and InsiderLog software. Prior experience supporting Annual Report production and other regulatory filings. Strong organisational, analytical and IT skills (Office 365). ICSA/CGI qualified.

In return we offer:

Highly Competitive salary with annual pay award and staff recognition schemes 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays. Company closed during Christmas period A great pension, with SIG contributing up to 7.5% and up to 4x life insurance Money saving with retail discounts via colleague portal Cycle to Work scheme Share Incentive Scheme
SIG is committed to creating a fair and inclusive environment where employees feel safe, proud, and valued. We welcome talent that reflects the diverse customers and communities we serve. If you require any accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know.