Professional Company Secretary

Governance Excellence Delivered

Strategic corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and board advisory services for forward-thinking organizations.

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About Me

Trusted Partner in Corporate Governance

I help organizations navigate complex regulatory landscapes while building robust governance frameworks that drive sustainable growth.

With over 15 years of experience serving FTSE 100 companies, private equity firms, and ambitious startups, I bring a unique blend of technical expertise and strategic insight to every engagement. My approach combines rigorous compliance with practical business acumen.

200+ Board Meetings Facilitated
50+ Companies Advised
100% Compliance Record
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Chartered Secretary ICSA Qualified
Services

Comprehensive Governance Solutions

From day-to-day compliance to strategic board advisory, I provide end-to-end company secretarial services tailored to your organization's needs.

Corporate Governance

Board effectiveness reviews, governance framework development, and best practice implementation aligned with UK Corporate Governance Code.

  • Board evaluation & development
  • Committee structure optimization
  • Governance policy drafting
  • Director induction programs

Regulatory Compliance

Comprehensive compliance management ensuring adherence to Companies Act, Listing Rules, and sector-specific regulations.

  • Statutory filing management
  • Regulatory reporting
  • Compliance monitoring
  • Regulatory change management

Strategic Advisory

High-level counsel on M&A, restructuring, and major corporate transactions with a governance and risk perspective.

  • M&A transaction support
  • Due diligence coordination
  • Shareholder engagement
  • Investor relations advisory

Company Secretarial

Complete company secretarial function outsourcing, from minute-taking to share capital management and statutory registers.

  • Board & committee meetings
  • Minutes & resolutions
  • Share register management
  • AGM & EGMs
Portfolio

Selected Engagements

A track record of delivering governance excellence across diverse sectors and transaction types.

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M&A Support

Pharmaceutical Acquisition

Provided governance advisory on £2.3B cross-border acquisition, coordinating due diligence and regulatory filings.

Transaction support
Compliance Program

Energy Sector Compliance

Designed and implemented regulatory compliance framework for renewable energy company entering UK market.

Framework design
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Private Equity

PE Portfolio Governance

Ongoing company secretarial services for 8 portfolio companies across healthcare, technology, and industrials.

Retained services
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IPO Preparation

Tech IPO Readiness

Prepared governance infrastructure for unicorn tech company ahead of London listing.

IPO readiness
Expertise

Deep Sector Knowledge

My experience spans multiple industries, bringing sector-specific insights to governance challenges.

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Financial Services

Banking, insurance, and asset management governance under FCA and PRA supervision.

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Healthcare & Life Sciences

Pharmaceutical, biotech, and healthcare provider governance with regulatory expertise.

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Technology & Digital

Fast-growing tech companies, SaaS businesses, and digital transformation governance.

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Infrastructure & Energy

Renewable energy, utilities, and infrastructure investment governance.

Professional Credentials

FCS
Fellow, Chartered Governance Institute Since 2012
Solicitor
Non-Practising Solicitor England & Wales
MBA
London Business School Corporate Strategy

Professional Memberships

ICSA ICAEW IoD GC100
Testimonials

Client Perspectives

James transformed our governance approach ahead of our IPO. His strategic insight combined with meticulous attention to detail ensured we were fully prepared for life as a public company.

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Sarah Chen CEO, TechVenture PLC

An exceptional company secretary who truly understands the balance between governance requirements and business practicality. Highly recommended.

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Michael Roberts Chairman, Infrastructure Group

James's support during our acquisition was invaluable. His ability to navigate complex regulatory requirements while keeping the deal on track was remarkable.

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Emma Patel General Counsel, PharmaCorp
Contact

Let's Discuss Your Governance Needs

Whether you're preparing for an IPO, navigating a complex transaction, or seeking to enhance your governance framework, I'm here to help.

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Office London, EC2A 4BX
Currently accepting new clients