About Allica Bank

Allica is the UK’s fastest growing company - and the fastest-growing financial technology (Fintech) firm ever. Our purpose is to help established SMEs, one of the last major underserved opportunities in Fintech.

Established SMEs are the backbone of local communities - representing over a third of our economy - yet have been largely neglected both by traditional high street banks and modern fintech providers.

Department Description

The legal team helps drive all aspects of life at Allica from commercial contracts, IP and employment to product design and everything in between and we support the Board and Executive with clear, strategic governance that enable bold decision-making and sustainable growth. It’s a very fast-moving environment where no two days are the same.

Our solution focus and desire to get a proper understanding of what our customers want and what the business is trying to deliver means that we can make a real difference in helping the bank achieve its objective to be the most recommended for customers, colleagues and stakeholders.

You’ll be joining a collaborative, agile and highly respected team that thrives on precision, pace and purpose. We work closely with senior leaders across the business, ensuring that our governance frameworks are not only compliant with regulatory expectations but also empower the bank to deliver on its mission.

This is a unique opportunity to grow your career in a role that offers exposure to senior stakeholders, complex regulatory landscapes and the chance to help shape the future of a bank that is challenging the status quo.

Role Description

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Assistant Company Secretary to support the effective governance of the bank.

This role will focus on managing all aspects of Board and Board sub-committee administration, as well as assisting with core company secretarial responsibilities to ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory obligations.

Key responsibilities and accountabilities will include:

Board and Committee support

• Coordinate and manage the scheduling of Board and Board sub-committee meetings

• Prepare and distribute agendas in consultation with the Company Secretary, CEO and Chair

• Compile and circulate high-quality committee packs using Board Intelligence

• Attend meetings to take accurate minutes and track action items

• Maintain forward planners and ensure timely follow-up on matters arising

• Assist in annual assessment of board effectiveness

Company Secretarial duties

• Maintain statutory registers and ensure timely filings with Companies House

• Assist with the preparation and submission of annual returns and confirmation statements

• Support the onboarding and offboarding of directors, including Companies House filings and induction materials and arrange induction meetings

• Help ensure compliance with the bank’s articles of association, corporate documents and governance framework

• Assist with the preparation of governance sections of the annual report and other regulatory disclosures

Governance and Compliance

• Support the implementation of governance and best practices and internal policies

• Monitor regulatory developments relevant to company secretarial practice and assist in updating procedures accordingly

• Maintain accurate records and support internal and external audits as required

Personal Attributes & Experience

• Qualified or working towards qualification with ICSA (or equivalent)

• Experience in a company secretarial role within financial services or a regulated environment

• Strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• High attention to detail and discretion in handling confidential information

• Self-starter with the ability to work with minimal supervision

• Experience supporting senior executives and non-executive directors

Beneficial experience:

• An understanding of the Senior Managers Regime

• Experience raising funds

• Experience in listing a company

Working at Allica Bank

At Allica Bank we want to ensure our employees have the right tools and environment in which to succeed in their role and in support of our customers.

Our employees are at the heart of everything we do, so our benefits are designed with you in mind:

• Full onboarding support and continued development opportunities

• Options for flexible working

• Regular social activities

• Pension contributions

• Discretionary bonus scheme

• Private health cover

• Life assurance

• Family friendly policies including enhanced Maternity & Paternity leave

Don’t tick every box?

Don’t worry if you don’t have all the skills or requirements listed on the job description. If you think you’ll be a good fit, we’d still love to hear from you!

Flexible working

We know the ‘9-to-5’ isn’t right for everyone. That’s why Allica Bank is fully committed to flexible and hybrid working. Please let us know what is best for you and, if we can, we will do our best to accommodate.

Diversity

We’re a diverse bunch here at Allica, with all kinds of experiences, backgrounds and lifestyles. Our openness and differences make us stronger, and we want everybody to feel comfortable bringing as much of themselves to work with them as they like.