Repton School is looking to appoint a Group Secretary and Governance Lead.
The Group Secretary and Governance Lead is accountable for provision of the Group Secretariat function, driving best-in-class governance, including corporate, charity and regulatory compliance and support to the Repton Group.
They will have experience and good working knowledge of all applicable legislation, regulations and guidance and will ensure systems are in place to communicate key updates and associated training.
The Group Secretary and Governance Lead is also accountable for the successful provision of all services of Clerk to the Governing Body to schools within the group, and for the provision of support and advice to any other Clerks within the group, as required.
The closing date for applications for this role is 28th July 2026.
Should you wish to complete an offline application form, or should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact a member of the HR team via HR@repton.org.uk.
Main Responsibilities: Company Secretary & Governance:
- Act as Company Secretary for the Repton Group, incorporating all entities including RFS Schools within the UK.
- · Provide timely and effective governance and high standards of reporting
- · Act as a trusted adviser to the Board and senior executives on governance, charity and company obligations.
External Legal Support:
- Recognise when specialist external advice is required and advise senior management accordingly.
- · Ensure there is a suitable portfolio of external advisors in place for advice on specialist matters, with relationships well-maintained and support cost effective.
- Regularly review the provision and quality of external legal advice and recommend changes as necessary.
- Own and manage the annual legal budget for the group
HR Support:
- Provide hands-on support as required for complex employment issues e.g. grievance, disciplinary, redundancy
- Ensure for all new Governors, formal identity checks, right to work in UK checks, DBS disclosure check or equivalent and completion of all declarations of responsibilities, or similar, as required.
Other:
- Continuously review and improve all processes and working practices to ensure efficiency and effectiveness
- Amend any relevant legal or governance processes in line with any changes to legislation, reporting requirements etc
Executive Leadership Contribution:
- Effective contribution made to organisational decision making (operational and commercial)
- Demonstrable cross-team working, willing and able to support peers and colleagues across the Executive, Operational and Academic communities, as required
Package Description: Location: Repton and Repton Prep, with occasional travel across RFS UK schools.
Contract: Permanent, year-round role
Hours: Full-time - 40 hours per week
Benefits:
Defined Contribution Pension
Scheme Private Healthcare Insurance
Sports Centre Membership (family)
Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Schemes