Company Secretarial Internship

Background of Company

The Company is one of the first agents in the UK energy storage sector. The experienced renewable energy and private equity investor capitalises on opportunities to spend on robust businesses and assets contributing to the transition to a low-carbon, sustainable economy. The dedicated team are a market driver in renewable energy bringing a wide range of skills and expertise. The Company are experts in:

• Sourcing disruptive technologies in the energy sector.
• Developing renewable energy infrastructure projects and managing assets.
• Designing and managing strategic deals in a challenging policy environment.
• Forming strategic partnerships and working with multiple public and private sector stakeholders in the development of large complex projects.

Life at the Company

The Company is an equal opportunities employer and employs a diverse range of professionals from a variety of backgrounds and sectors. The Company believes that a diverse and inclusive workplace is critical in order to deliver on its mission.

The Company is committed to the wellbeing of its employees and aims to create an open, dynamic and inclusive environment that enables both personal and professional development.

The Company is committed to its ESG and sustainability mission to fight against climate change by providing the solutions that support the transition to a cleaner, cheaper and more secure energy system. More details on ESG can be found in the latest Gore Street Energy Storage Fund (“GSF”) sustainability report here. The Company is the investment and commercial manager for GSF.

Main purpose of job

The Company is excited to be able to offer a 6 month internship for those who want to accelerate their career within the Company Secretarial space. You will work alongside a team of 2 who possess a wide range of expertise. This is a great opportunity for an enthusiastic individual with a willingness to learn in a complex but rewarding business environment.

The primary focus of the role will be to provide corporate governance and company secretarial support to the Company Secretarial team (the “Team”). We’re looking for someone enthusiastic, who is willing to learn and develop their knowledge and skills.

What you’ll do

• Support the Team on all aspects of governance and company secretarial work for an FCA-regulated investment manager of a London Stock Exchange-listed investment trust.
• Support the Team on the drafting of Board agenda and governance Board papers.
• Work with the Team and third-party service providers to prepare Board packs.
• Support the Team with preparing draft minutes for Board meetings you attend.
• Prepare and follow up on action point lists.
• Help with a listed investment trust’s Annual General Meeting.
• Support on the maintenance of Board and Committee terms of reference.
• Support the Team on the annual and interim reports for a listed investment trust.
• Prepare and submit filings to Companies House, the FCA and other government agencies as needed.
• Support the Team with maintaining statutory records.
• Support the Team with preparing and releasing stock market announcements.
• Support the Team with working with directors and stakeholders to agree the Board calendars and authorised signatory lists.
• Provide support on any corporate actions, including fundraising.
• Provide general administrative support to the Team.

The qualifications, skills, knowledge and experience you’ll need

Preferable

• Degree in Corporate Governance, Law, Business, or a related subject.
• Completed, or started, the Chartered Governance Institute qualifications.

Required

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• An enthusiasm to learn and a can-do attitude.
• Organised, with the ability to prioritise and deliver effectively within strict deadlines.
• A team player with a positive attitude.