Legal Director and Company Secretary

London Permanent View Job Description
A rapidly growing company in the property sector seeking a their first Legal Director and Company Secretary to oversee legal, compliance, and regulatory matters across franchising, licensing, and financial services. The role includes negotiating contracts, advising on acquisitions, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supporting the Board and franchisees with corporate governance and legal frameworks.
  • Fast growing business, a leader in its field
  • First legal hire with opportunity to influence future growth

About Our Client

Our client is a leader in the property industry, boasting a portfolio of franchises across the United Kingdom.

Job Description

As Legal Director and Company Secretary responsibilities will include

  • Lead and manage the legal and governance strategy of the company
  • Provide strategic legal advice and guidance on various business matters
  • Oversee and manage corporate activities
  • Ensure compliance with all relevant laws and regulations
  • Review and negotiate complex legal contracts and agreements
  • Manage and mitigate legal risks by designing and implementing company policies
  • Coordinate with external legal consultants when needed
  • Act as the point of contact for all legal matters within the company

The Successful Applicant

The successful Legal Director and Company Secretary should have:

  • Significant in house experience ideally within a franchising business model
  • Proven experience as a company secretary
  • Some knowledge of or experience working within the FCA framework
  • Strong leadership and team management skills
  • Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to balance commercial decision-making alongside complex legal requirements.



What's on Offer

  • Flexible on location but easy access to London and the East midlands is helpful
  • A competitive annual salary
  • Bonus structure
  • A Long-Term Incentive Plan (LTIP)



Contact
Katherine Jackson
Quote job ref
JN-112024-6585203
Phone number
+44 20 7269 2413

Job summary

Job function
Executive Search
Subsector
Legal
Sector
Property
Location
London
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Katherine Jackson
Consultant phone
+44 20 7269 2413
Job reference
JN-112024-6585203