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Responsible for advising the board on all governance matters, all public companies are obliged to have a company secretary. Their duties can be wide ranging and our resources support company secretaries to undertake this role.

SLA
IoD Factsheet

Contracts of purchase and sale whose terms and conditions apply?

Finance and Tax
Finance and Tax
A person signing an agreement
IoD Factsheet

Confidentiality agreement

Business Advice
Business Advice
IoD Factsheet

Removal of a director

Company Structure
Company Structure
IoD Factsheet

Removal of a director

Company Structure
Company Structure
organisational structures
IoD Factsheet

What is an organisational structure?

Company Structure
Company Structure
11 March 2025

World Oral Health Day The importance of dental care for directors

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7 March 2025

Menopause in the workplace - the benefits of an inclusive approach

Inclusion and Diversity
Inclusion and Diversity
IoD Factsheet

Code of Conduct

Governance
Governance
Goals
IoD Factsheet

What is personal effectiveness and how can you develop it?

Employment and Skills
Employment and Skills
29 May 2024

Health and wellbeing - directors have their say

Mental Health
Mental Health

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Further reading

Role of the Company Secretary course

Role of the Company Secretary course

This course will give you an in-depth introduction to the complexities of the role of company secretary. You’ll learn how to balance governance and strategic influence between executive management and the board.
Governance

Governance Hub

Business resources and advice from the Institute of Directors on creating best practice corporate governance systems. Find podcasts, articles, blog posts and more, including guidance on transparency and accountability responsibilities and maintaining good board and business governance.
Information and advisory services

Information and Advisory Service

Whether you’re researching market opportunities or need financial or legal counsel, IoD’s Information and Advisory Service can source actionable data and provide independent and confidential advice to help you make informed decisions for your business.
Special Interest Groups

Special Interest Groups

Join our Special Interest Groups, which bring together business leaders with specific industry knowledge to share best practice, participate in topic-led discussions and influence policy by offering feedback directly to UK ministers.

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What is the role of the Company Secretary?

This free factsheet explains the duties and qualifications of a company secretary, highlighting their evolving role as a guardian of corporate governance and compliance.

Board effectiveness

How to improve board performance through regular evaluations, referencing key reports and resources for best practices.

Effective board meetings

Actionable tips to run effective board meetings to ensure strategic decision-making and good corporate governance.

The sacrosanct value of a well-compiled and timely board pack

Discover how well-compiled and timely board packs empower directors, prevent crises, and safeguard your company’s future.

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