Application Guide

How to Apply for Assistant Company Secretary

at Parkwind

🏢 About Parkwind

Parkwind is a pioneering global green energy company specializing in offshore wind projects, with an impressive 1,500 MW capacity. Working here means contributing directly to sustainable energy solutions at scale, within a dynamic and impactful sector. The company's focus on innovation and global reach makes it an exciting place for professionals passionate about renewable energy and corporate governance.

About This Role

As Assistant Company Secretary at Parkwind, you'll support the Company Secretary in managing all company secretarial matters for JERA Nex bp and its subsidiaries, ensuring compliance with legislation and maintaining statutory books. This role is impactful because it directly contributes to the governance and regulatory integrity of a major player in the green energy sector, helping to streamline operations across a complex multinational structure.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day might involve reviewing compliance documents for subsidiaries, coordinating with third-party suppliers on statutory book updates, and preparing briefings for the Company Secretary on governance best practices. You'll likely attend meetings to discuss board processes and ensure all company secretarial tasks align with Parkwind's fast-paced, multinational operations in the offshore wind sector.

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🎯 Who Parkwind Is Looking For

  • Holds a Chartered Secretary qualification (CGI/ICSA) with 3-5 years of post-qualification experience in a multinational company secretariat.
  • Has proven experience in a fast-paced, matrixed multinational environment, ideally within energy or infrastructure sectors.
  • Demonstrates strong ability to build credible relationships and manage third-party suppliers effectively.
  • Possesses practical knowledge of subsidiary governance policies and board process optimization.

📝 Tips for Applying to Parkwind

1

Highlight specific experience with offshore wind or renewable energy companies in your resume, as sector knowledge is a plus.

2

Quantify your achievements in managing statutory books or compliance projects for multinational subsidiaries.

3

Mention any experience with JERA, bp, or similar energy giants to show familiarity with the parent companies.

4

Tailor your application to emphasize your ability to work in a fast-paced, matrixed environment—use concrete examples.

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Include keywords like 'subsidiary governance,' 'company law compliance,' and 'third-party supplier management' from the job description.

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Your experience with Chartered Secretary qualifications and 3-5 years PQE in a multinational setting.', "Specific examples of how you've supported company secretarial functions in a complex, matrixed organization.", "Your interest in Parkwind's green energy mission and how your skills align with offshore wind projects.", 'Ability to manage relationships with third-party suppliers and ensure compliance across subsidiaries.']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Parkwind's current offshore wind projects and their 1,500 MW capacity details.
  • → JERA Nex bp's corporate structure and recent developments in the green energy sector.
  • → The regulatory landscape for company secretarial work in the UK, especially for multinational energy firms.
  • → Parkwind's company culture and values, focusing on innovation and sustainability in renewable energy.

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Describe a time you managed company secretarial matters for a subsidiary in a multinational energy company.
2 How do you ensure compliance with company law and governance best practices in a fast-paced environment?
3 What strategies would you use to manage work delivered through multiple third-party suppliers?
4 How familiar are you with JERA Nex bp's structure, and what challenges do you foresee in this role?
5 Discuss your experience with board processes and briefing senior stakeholders on corporate governance.
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Applying without a Chartered Secretary qualification or equivalent, as this is a strict requirement.
  • Failing to demonstrate experience in a multinational, matrixed organization—generic company secretarial experience won't suffice.
  • Not tailoring your application to the green energy sector or showing ignorance of Parkwind's specific projects and mission.

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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