Chartered Membership

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Ready to apply for chartered membership, or to upgrade your chartered status from Associate to Fellow? We welcome applications at any time - applications are reviewed by the Membership Committee every month.
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Chartered membership is the gold standard for company secretaries and governance professionals. It is highly valued by employers and is globally recognised as a mark that confirms you have the knowledge, skills and experience for a role with significant and wide-ranging responsibilities. It also demonstrates that you are committed to maintaining standards within the profession and you have a commitment to your own professional development. Click on the tabs below to find out more about the eligibility requirements for our two chartered grades.

How to apply 

Apply for Associate membership if you: 

✓   Are a graduate member  

✓   Have six years’ related work experience, or three years if you hold a relevant UK degree (or international equivalent)

Apply for Fellowship if you: 

✓   Are a graduate or associate member  

✓   Have eight years’ related work experience, or five years if you hold a relevant UK degree (or international equivalent)