Legal, Corporate Governance, Executive Director (Finance)

TL;DR

Executive Director, Corporate Governance (Finance): Managing corporate administration for UK and overseas entities with an accent on regulatory compliance and board governance. Focus on providing expert advice on the UK Companies Act, mentoring junior staff, and driving governance transformation through AI and technology solutions.

Location: Must be based in Birmingham, UK

Company

hirify.global is a leading global financial services firm providing investment banking, securities, and investment management services to a diversified client base.

What you will do

• Provide senior company secretarial services for UK and overseas entities, including preparing documentation and minuting board/committee meetings.
• Offer expert advice on corporate governance and regulatory requirements, specifically the UK Companies Act and PRA/FCA standards.
• Mentor and develop junior CGT team members in the Birmingham office to maintain high standards of performance.
• Partner with senior stakeholders across Risk, Compliance, Regulatory Liaison, and the Executive Office.
• Oversee corporate actions including director changes, accounts approvals, capital transactions, and entity lifecycle management.
• Drive governance transformation initiatives through the implementation of technology solutions, including Artificial Intelligence.

Requirements

• Chartered Secretary (ACIS or FCIS) with 6–12 years’ experience OR qualified corporate lawyer with 3–6 years’ PQE.
• Strong working knowledge of Companies Act 2006 and relevant PRA/FCA requirements.
• Substantial experience in preparing for, attending, and minuting board and committee meetings.
• Proven experience managing complex governance arrangements across multiple entities in a global organization.
• Practical experience using Diligent and Companies House e-filing.
• Ability to work from the Birmingham office.

Culture & Benefits

• Join a growing, highly skilled Legal team in a world-class workplace focused on collaboration and sustainability.
• Strong commitment to diversity and inclusion with numerous opportunities for professional and personal growth.
• Access to firmwide networks, wellness programs, and personal finance offerings.
• Collaborative environment emphasizing ownership and high performance.