Interim Associate Governance Professional chez Farfetch

Farfetch is a leading global marketplace for the luxury fashion industry. The Farfetch Marketplace connects customers in over 190 countries and territories with items from more than 50 countries and over 1,400 of the world’s best brands, boutiques, and department stores, delivering a truly unique shopping experience and access to the most extensive selection of luxury on a global marketplace.LEGALWe're a full service and award winning in-house legal, corporate governance and compliance function, with team members in London, Porto, Milan and Shanghai. We provide solutions to challenging business matters and leadership and advice on strategic projects. We are a valued and integrated partner to global teams, in all business areas.LONDONOur London office is located in Old Street, London’s tech hub, and is home to a wide range of teams. Our open space is ideal for collaborative work and sharing ideas. We also have a large outdoor terrace, which is the perfect spot to have a team lunch or host events.THE ROLEThe Legal, Ethics, and Compliance Team at FARFETCH is looking for a Governance Specialist (equivalent to an Associate Governance Professional / Associate Chartered Secretary), reporting to the Senior Governance Principal. You will enjoy a broad role, supporting the Governance team to provide high-quality corporate administration and governance services to the various Group subsidiary companies located in multiple jurisdictions, and guidance and advice to a large variety of both internal and external stakeholders. Being a true partner, you will be hands-on and commercially minded, with a professional ethic and the interest and experience to pursue various tasks.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Oversee the coordination of the Annual Statutory accounts' approval process for Group subsidiary companies

Be responsible for preparing board and shareholder resolutions for Group subsidiary transactions

Be responsible for managing the preparation and approval of powers of attorney across multiple jurisdictions

Be responsible for managing the review, collation of information, and accurate and timely response to Know Your Customer (KYC) requests received from various third parties

Provide assistance with administrative queries arising on material projects (M&A, Restructuring, Corporate Rationalisations, Tax and Treasury activities)

Provide support with the creation and delivery of workflows, guides, templates and other materials for stakeholders to build knowledge and enable self-help

Provide support to designated teams and act as the main touchpoint for all queries and questions with the aim of becoming a trusted advisor to the relevant parts of the business

Undertake ad hoc research into governance-related regulations

Be responsible for arranging the notarisation and legalisation of documents when required

WHO YOU ARE

3-5 years PQE

Chartered Governance Professional (ACG) or possess an equivalent level of professional qualification and experience

A collaborative team player who anticipates potential problems and develops mitigation strategies in advance

A keen eye for detail and process improvement

An excellent ability to understand legal and business issues quickly, balancing risks and exercising sound judgement to provide creative, practical and constructive advice

REWARDS & BENEFITS

Employee Pension Scheme 

Flexible Benefits Program 

Health Insurance & Critical Illness cover 

Flexible work environment 

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES STATEMENT

FARFETCH is committed to being an inclusive workplace where diversity in all its forms is celebrated. We make employment decisions without regard to race, religious creed, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, marital status, medical condition as defined by state law, physical or mental disability, military service or veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, genetic information or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state or local laws or ordinances. If you require special accommodation, please let us know.

SCAM DISCLAIMER

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