Job Vacancy: Company Secretary for Grace Baptists Charities Ltd

Are you a qualified solicitor seeking a rewarding job where you can make a real difference in supporting the work of gospel churches or a recent graduate in law or related subjects, looking to gain a Company Secretary accreditation? Grace Baptist Charities Ltd (GBCL) is looking to appoint a Company Secretary. GBCL is part of the Grace Baptist Association (the Association), formerly the Association of Grace Baptist Churches (South East). The Association is both a network of 99 independent Grace Baptist churches and a charity that supports these churches in their gospel ministry.

The Role

• Ensuring legal and regulatory compliance for GBCL and the Association.
• Advising chairs and boards on good governance.
• Organising and minuting Board, Executive and Committee meetings.
• Maintaining statutory registers and filing annual returns.
• Monitoring legislative changes and updating internal processes, as necessary.
• Liaising with external advisors and regulators.
• Providing practical support to member churches, including advising on trust deeds, regulatory documentation and compliance.

What we are looking for

Essential:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational and analytical ability.
• A self-starter, able to take the initiative.
• Knowledge of corporate governance and compliance.
• IT proficiency (Microsoft Office, governance platforms).
• Integrity and discretion.
• An evangelical Christian.

Desirable:

• Experience as a Company Secretary or in legal/compliance roles.
• Understanding of charity governance.
• Law or governance qualifications (or willingness to train).

Benefits

• Location: 62 Bride Street, London, N7 8AZ (hybrid working considered).
• Salary: for an experienced solicitor or company secretary up to £56,690 based on experience. For a suitable graduate starting from £34,000, with training provided, dependent upon the amount and type of post-graduate experience.
• Hours: 40 hours/week (incl. 1 hour lunch break), flexible with core hours 10 am–3 pm, part time considered.
• Annual Leave: 33 days including bank holidays.
• Employer pension contribution: 7.5%.
• Other benefits: Season ticket loan and cycle-to-work scheme.

Apply Now

For further information and details of how to apply for this role please email Dave Stewart. Application close 5pm on 9 January 2026.