Overview
In today’s high-pressure listed environment, where regulatory scrutiny is intensifying, investor expectations are rising, and reputational risks can escalate in minutes, the Company Secretary is no longer just a compliance officer. They are a strategic adviser, a guardian of transparency, and the engine that keeps the governance ecosystem running smoothly. This course gives you the insight, skills and confidence to excel in one of the most influential and trusted roles in any PLC.
What you'll learn
This course is to equip delegates with the essential knowledge, frameworks and practical skills required to operate confidently and effectively as a Company Secretary within a UK-listed company. The course blends legal foundations with real-world scenarios to build competence in supporting boards, ensuring compliance, and enabling high-quality governance.
Who is it for?
- Aspiring or newly appointed Company Secretaries in a PLC environment
- Governance professionals seeking a deeper understanding of listed company obligations
- Individuals supporting PLC Boards who want clarity on expectations, responsibilities and regulatory requirements
How much does it cost?
Non-member - £825
Professional subscriber - £740
Member - £660
A discount is available for registered charities, please email training@cgi.org.uk.
For any related enquiries please contact us at training@cgi.org.uk, or call us at +44 (0)20 7580 4741
Participant Profile
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Are you looking to understand the main responsibilities of a Company Secretary in a PLC environment?
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Do you want to know what it takes to be competent as a Company Secretary in a PLC environment?
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Are you interested in learning about the key areas of support you should provide to your PLC Board directors?
Learning outcomes
By the end of this course, delegates will be understand:
- The core duties of the company secretary in a listed business
- The relevant legal and regulatory frameworks including listing, disclosure and transparency rules
- Best practice in corporate governance, including non-financial reporting
- Key relationships – including working with the board and investor relations
- Techniques for key tasks – including taking minutes, managing share plans and year-end activities.
You will also receive:
- A delegate pack containing comprehensive course notes and presentation slides
- A certificate to show you have attended the course
- 6 hours credit towards your Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
- 6 months complimentary professional subscription of The Chartered Governance Institute UK & Ireland. This includes a subscription to G+C Magazine as well as access to briefings, discounts and our knowledge base.
Testimonials
"Easy to follow, clear, precise and interesting."
People who take this course often go on to book:
Useful CGI Resources:
A wealth of further information and guidance on Company Secretarial practices can be found in our Resources.
Competency framework
This course aligns to CGI’s competency framework: Emerging
Use the competency framework to identify your strengths and areas for improvement in governance.
Programme
- Statutory requirements
- The real-life role
- Conflicts and problem areas
- Core duties
- Role of the board and committees
- Terms of reference
- Planning
- Attending the meeting and taking minutes
- Listing framework and overview
- Continuing obligations
- Inside information
- Announcements
- Financial reporting
- Case study
- Background to and contents of the UK corporate governance code, plus recent developments
- The strategic report; social, ethical and environmental issues - (speaker: Tony Hoskins)
- Planning and practical issues