The role of the company secretary continually evolves and it is crucial that the person given this responsibility is fully aware of the duties they must perform to protect their company and themselves from any penalties.
This comprehensive course explains the duties of a company secretary, providing you with a thorough understanding and ensuring you are fully up-to-date and compliant with your legal responsibilities. It guides you through the role step by step, explaining exactly what must be done to comply with the Companies Act, company articles and other legislation.
It is a practical day, focusing on real-life situations and is a guide to:
- The key responsibilities of a company secretary
- The records and registers that are required
- Working with directors and assisting the board
- Handling meetings and keeping minutes
- Additional duties throughout the year
It will explain what a company secretary should know, the questions they should ask and what to do when problems arise. This will enable you to approach the job with confidence and equip you with the essential knowledge to succeed in this challenging role.
This course is an essential primer for those who are new to the role – and also acts as an ideal refresher for more experienced secretaries, hoping to build on their existing skills.
This course is for all companies that are registered at Companies House. However, if your company is a Charity that is registered at Companies House we recommend that you attend Charities: The Role of the Secretary instead.
