Company Secretarial Graduate Trainee

Graduate Trainee role supporting company secretarial, corporate governance, compliance, and commercial legal work, including Companies House filings, statutory records, board documentation, and client engagements.

The Role

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Law graduate to join our team as a Graduate Trainee within the Company Secretarial function, with exposure to our wider Commercial Law practice.

This is an excellent opportunity for a candidate looking to build a career at the intersection of corporate governance and commercial legal advisory. The successful candidate will gain hands-on experience supporting a portfolio of clients while developing technical knowledge across company law, compliance, and transactional matters.

Company Secretarial Support

• Assist in maintaining statutory registers and company records

• Support the preparation and filing of documents at Companies House

• Assist with company incorporations, restructurings, and dissolutions

• Prepare board minutes, resolutions, and governance documentation

• Monitor compliance deadlines and support corporate governance processes

• Liaise with clients and internal teams to gather information

• Support senior team members on client engagements and projects

• Maintain accurate internal records and documentation

• Assist with ad hoc projects across the wider firm

Skills & Experience

• Law Degree – LLB (England and Wales) or equivalent

• Strong academic record

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• High attention to detail and organisational ability

• Interest in company law, corporate governance, and commercial law

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines

Desirable

• Prior internship or work experience in a legal or professional services environment

• Basic understanding of UK company law and Companies House processes

• Interest in pursuing a relevant professional qualification Personal Attributes

• Proactive and willing to learn

• Professional and client-focused

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Able to work both independently and as part of a team

• Commercially aware with a practical mindset

Rewards & Benefits

• Private Healthcare (6 months)

• Life Insurance (4 x Salary after 2 years)

• Contributory Pension Scheme

• Hybrid Working

• Cycle to Work Scheme

• Long Term Service Reward

• Helping Hand Fund

• Perkbox

• Season Ticket Loans

• Client Introduction Bonus

• Staff Referral Bonus

• Charitable Giving Scheme