Assistant Company Secretary, Europe

Amsterdam; Hybrid / Remote Working Opportunities Available

The opportunity:

Reporting to the European Group Company Secretary, you will support the provision of a first-class corporate governance service to Assurant in Europe (primarily in The Netherlands, France, Germany, Italy and Spain), ensuring compliance with relevant legal requirements.

Key responsibilities include;

Act as corporate secretary for the Dutch Management Board, including all aspects of meeting support. Support the European Group Company Secretary with all aspects of Dutch Supervisory Board and Committee support, including scheduling meetings, managing attendees, preparing agendas, preparing reports, collating and publishing materials, attending meetings, taking minutes, managing action logs and managing Supervisory Board Members. Provide expert advice on Dutch corporate law and corporate governance matters. Utilise Board Vantage and Diligent Entities (Board portal and entity management system). Manage all commercial registry filings for EU entities. Maintain all statutory registers and other corporate records for EU entities. Prepare resolutions and corporate documents for routine matters for EU entities such as officer/signatory changes, annual accounts, dividends and capital matters, liaising with external legal partners as needed. Arrange signature, notarisation and legalisation of documents. Support the team to monitor relevant legal and regulatory changes and implementation within the business, particularly within the EU. Assist with corporate projects, such as legal entity simplification initiatives. Manage and liaise with external legal partners in the EU. Deputise for, and assist, the European Group Company Secretary as required.

You will have the following skills;

Dutch law degree, with particular knowledge/experience in corporate law and financial services. At least 5 years of relevant legal experience from a law firm or the legal department of a financial services company. Technical knowledge of the Dutch Civil Code, the Financial Supervision Act, the Dutch Corporate Governance Code and best practices in corporate governance. Experience in drafting, reviewing and managing corporate legal documents with precision, including Board/Committee minutes. Experience using Diligent Entities and Board Vantage (or similar board portals and entity management platforms). Able to build effective relationships across all levels of an organisation, including directors. Excellent communication, organisation and prioritisation skills. Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office. Ability to work well under pressure, meet deadlines and show initiative. Enthusiastic about pursuing a career in corporate governance. Fluent in both English and Dutch, with excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred experience, but not essential;

Experience supporting a two-tier Dutch Board and its Committees. Familiarity with Solvency II as it applies to insurance companies. Knowledge and experience of corporate law in France, Italy, Spain and/or Germany. Language skills in some of the above-mentioned EU countries

Benefits & Training 

Hybrid/flexible work arrangements Bonus Scheme Premium Free Pension & WIA Car allowance 28 days holidays Contribution to Health Insurance Internal Wellbeing Programme Learning and Development opportunities

At Assurant, diversity helps us inspire creativity in the global marketplace, and we are believers in the strategic value of inclusion and how it improves performance, creates growth opportunities, better aligns us to our clients, and enhances employee engagement. 

Who are we?

Assurant, Inc. is a global leader in business services for the connected world. Our lifestyle and housing solutions help leading brands grow revenue, manage risk and provide a great experience for their customers. We support, connect and service over 300 million consumers worldwide, helping people get more value from their connected devices, vehicles and homes. Assurant is a proud member of the Fortune 500, with decades of experience in the industries we serve.

Our Values

Common Sense, Common Decency, Uncommon Thinking and Uncommon Results guide our every action at Assurant. These values inspire our commitment to be a responsible corporate citizen.

We look forward to receiving your application!

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Any posted pay range considers a wide range of compensation factors, including candidate background, experience, and work location, while also allowing for salary growth within the position.

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What’s the culture like at Assurant?
Our unique culture is a big reason why talented people choose Assurant. Named a Best/Great Place to Work in 13 countries and awarded the Fortune America’s Most Innovative Companies recognition in 2023, we bring together top talent around the world. Although we have a wide variety of skills and experiences, we share common characteristics that are uniquely Assurant. A passion for service. An ability to innovate in practical ways. And a willingness to take chances. We call our culture The Assurant Way.

Company Overview
Assurant is a leading global business services company that supports, protects, and connects major consumer purchases. A Fortune 500 company with a presence in 21 countries, Assurant supports the advancement of the connected world by partnering with the world’s leading brands to develop innovative solutions and deliver an enhanced customer experience through mobile device solutions, extended service contracts, vehicle protection services, renters insurance, lender-placed insurance products, and other specialty products.

Equal Opportunity Statement
Assurant is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not use or consider race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law in employment decisions.

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