We hire the best ex-in-house senior Company Secretaries and Governance Professionals who are experts in their field. We seek those who don’t need ‘hand holding’ or ego stroking, yet value being part of a fun and supportive team.
Despite working remotely, we understand the importance of human interaction and ensure that our team regularly connect both virtually and in-person.
The variety of our client base and the extensive experience we bring, means that we know what good looks like and we can apply it, without in-house politics. We’re passionate about bringing pragmatic solutions to our clients, that is the right fit for their business.We usually select people who have held a number of senior roles within in-house teams and can demonstrate a practical and creative approach to their work.Our team have a can-do attitude, but who also don’t take themselves too seriously, there is more to life than just work!We look for people to have experience of all of the key areas of a Governance Professional. These include but are not limited to, AGMs, annual reports, board and committee support, subsidiary governance, governance frameworks, share schemes and transactions. However, If you don’t have all these skills, but you still think you’d be a great fit, then we’d love to hear from you… don’t count yourself out before we’ve had a chance to chat!
Our HR Values
B rilliance
We show brilliance in our technical skills, leadership, and output, and in our interactions with our colleagues, clients, and other stakeholders.
O ptimism
We are enthusiastic and positive about our work, approach to problem solving and when faced with challenges.
E nthusiasm
We are enthusiastic in everything you do. We inspire others to take action to improve their governance. We’re changing the world of governance and making waves.
N avigate
We always recommend the best route for our clients to achieve their goals and ambitions. We apply our governance insights from past experiences but acknowledge that every client is unique, and every solution is crafted individually.
Y our authentic self
We bring our full selves to every situation and embrace personal growth. We remain true to ourselves but are always striving to be.
D rive
We continually want to achieve success for our clients, our colleagues, ourselves and Beyond Governance.
Our Usual Expectations:
- Fully UK qualified Governance Professional/Chartered Company Secretary
- Embodies all of our organisation’s HR Values
- 10 years+ post qualification experience at senior levels
- Ideally held a Deputy/Group Company Secretary role at FTSE/large AIM listed company
- Experience in all areas of in-house governance/company secretarial
- Strong technical capability
- Meticulous attention to detail
- Excellent command of English
- All candidates are required to be at least an ACIS/ACG, ideally FCIS/FCG as accredited by the Corporate Governance Institute in the UK
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Our Services
What we can do for your business
01
Corporate Reporting and AGM
The Annual General Meeting with your owners and corporate reporting, is mandatory for most organisations and stands an opportunity to demonstrate transparency and share progress during the year and provide an update on future plans.
02
Board evaluation
Leadership sets the tone and timbre which then permeates throughout the organisation to create your culture. Board evaluations give leadership the opportunity to ensure that they are able to provide insight, foresight and oversight.
03
Board Pack Efficiency
Board Pack Efficiency – Board packs can become very cumbersome over time and a director’s time is often limited. Reviewing countless pages of peripheral material creates inefficiencies and reduces clarity of thought.
04
Code Benchmarking
Are you anxious about you governance framework and your compliance against applicable corporate governance codes? Our experienced in-house consultants will help.
05
ESG
Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) reporting and investing is gathering increased momentum. ESG is the umbrella term for purpose led, sustainable and responsible organisations.
06
Governance Framework
The long-term performance and success of an organisation is a direct result of its approach to leadership, management and the culture; it’s people.
07
Governance Health check
Our business health check analyses the governance framework of an organisation to ensure it is robust, effective and efficient. No stone is left unturned.
08
Governance Projects
Whether you want to grow your business, secure investment, AIM / FTSE list or completely restructure; we provide the level of support your board and management team need.
09
Interim Support
There are c10,000 qualified senior company secretaries in the UK, the demand outweighs the supply. With our experienced professionals you get instant relief and someone who can tackle the workload from day one.
10
Subsidiary Governance
Subsidiaries can support expansion into new countries and markets, help mitigate risk and set the company up for future asset or business divestments without affecting the overall group.
Our wonderful team
Amazing people making amazing things
Erika Eliasson-Norris FCG
CEO
As the CEO and Founder of Beyond Governance, Erika envisions a future where governance is not just about oversight and regulation but about fostering a culture of responsibility, accountability, adaptability, and long-term vision. Under her leadership, Beyond Governance is redefining the paradigms of corporate governance…
Andrew Harvey-Wrate FCG
Governance Director
Andrew is a flexible and up-front Governance Professional with over 35 years’ experience in Aerospace and Defence, Financial Services and Commercial Real Estate in various FTSE listed companies as well as in Charity. Andrew worked at Persimmon plc where he Deputy Company Secretary and acted as board secretary…
John Davies - ACG
Governance Director
John is a forward thinking and relationship focussed Governance Professional with over 25 years’ experience in a range of sectors including Travel & Leisure, Food Producers, Media, Property, Healthcare, and Financial Services in various FTSE listed and unlisted companies. Immediately before joining Beyond Governance…
Juliet Dearlove - LLB
Governance Director
Juliet is an adaptable and analytical Solicitor with over 25 years’ experience in the field of Governance in Automotive, Financial Services, Investment Trusts and Veterinary Services in various FTSE listed, AIM listed and unlisted companies. Juliet worked at JP Morgan for ten years and was responsible for The Mercantile Investment Trust …
Victoria Garvin - FCG
Governance Director
Victoria is a dynamic and versatile Governance Professional with over 20 years’ experience, primarily within the highly regulated financial services sector. Victoria worked at Aviva plc where she led the global group-wide governance function and oversaw the development and implementation of governance practices across the group.
Lisa Keeling - ACG
Governance Advisor
Lisa is an industrious and thoughtful Governance Professional with over 12 years’ experience in FMCG, Architecture and Financial Services in various FTSE listed and unlisted companies. Lisa worked at Close Brothers Group plc where she was responsible for supporting subsidiary governance and administering the transition…
Jonathan Saunders - ACG
Governance Advisor
Jonathan is a proactive and conscientious Governance Professional with over 7 years’ experience in Company Secretarial practice, including in Investment Trusts, Renewable Energy, Real Estate, Insurance and PFI/PPP project companies in various FTSE listed and unlisted companies.
Case studies
Some of our projects details
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Board Effectiveness Reviews
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