Corporate Governance & Secretarial Services

Many organisations,  small businesses, charities, community groups ,  struggle with compliance, structure or internal policies, especially as they grow. Good governance protects your work, reduces risk, and builds trust with partners, funders and clients.

We offer tailored corporate governance support to help your organisation stay organised, compliant and prepared for growth.

What we offer

We offer a range of specialized services tailored to meet your individual needs. Our approach is focused on understanding and responding to what you require, providing effective and practical solutions.

  • Policy and procedure development , creating or reviewing governance policies (e.g. conflict of interest, safeguarding, data protection, organisational structure) to suit your needs

  • Governance structure & decision-making support , advising on board or committee setup, role definitions, accountability frameworks, and reporting lines

  • Compliance & regulatory guidance,  helping you comply with relevant requirements: annual filings, statutory duties, company/charity law, record-keeping and reporting

  • Risk management & internal controls , assisting with risk assessments, internal controls, checks and balances to protect the organisation and individuals

  • Ongoing advisory & support ,  regular governance reviews, updates to policies as laws change, advice on challenging situations or growth decision

     

     

     

Governance Frameworks & Policy Development

Strong governance begins with clear frameworks, effective policies and a structure that promotes accountability. We work with organisations to design governance systems that align with legal requirements and support safe, ethical and transparent decision-making.

We can assist with:

  • Drafting and reviewing governance frameworks, structures and reporting lines

  • Creating or updating organisational policies and procedures

  • Developing codes of conduct, risk-management policies and compliance protocols

  • Establishing board responsibilities, roles and decision-making processes

  • Ensuring alignment with charity law, company law and regulatory standards

Compliance, Risk Management & Internal Controls

Compliance and risk management are essential for protecting your organisation against legal, financial and operational failures. We provide structured support to help organisations identify risks, implement controls and maintain ongoing compliance with statutory and regulatory duties.

Our support includes:

  • Compliance audits and governance reviews

  • Identifying regulatory obligations and creating compliance action plans

  • Risk assessments and development of mitigation strategies

  • Setting up internal reporting, monitoring and review systems

  • Guidance on handling breaches, non-compliance issues or governance failures

 

Corporate Secretarial Services & Statutory Records

We provide full company secretarial support to ensure your organisation’s statutory obligations are met accurately and on time. Our service covers essential governance administration to help you stay compliant and fully organised.

We can help with:

  • Maintaining statutory registers and company records

  • Preparing and filing documents with Companies House

  • Organising board meetings, AGMs and committee meetings

  • Drafting resolutions, minutes and supporting governance documentation

  • Managing annual returns, compliance deadlines and regulatory submissions

Board Support, Advisory Services & Strategic Governance

Effective boards require strong support, clear guidance and access to expert advice. We provide practical and strategic assistance to ensure your board functions with confidence, clarity and accountability.

We provide expertise in:

  • Supporting board chairs, trustees and senior leadership with governance advice

  • Improving board effectiveness, performance and reporting

  • Assisting with trustee duties, director responsibilities and legal obligations

  • Advising on ethical governance, transparency and organisational accountability

  • Providing ongoing governance support during periods of growth or restructuring

Why governance matters,  even for small organisations

  • Ensures transparency, accountability and fairness across your organisation

  • Helps prevent disputes, fraud, and legal issues by putting clear rules in place early

  • Builds credibility and trust — vital if you want funding, contracts, or partnerships with other organisations or agencies

  • Supports long-term growth: a well-governed organisation is better structured to scale, adapt, or take on new responsibilities

our approach

we begin by understanding your organisation: its size, purpose, and existing structure. we then recommend a tailored governance framework — simple, realistic and scalable. we draft or revise policies, explain them in plain language, and offer ongoing support to ensure compliance and best practice.

we believe good governance should be accessible to all — not just large companies.

get in touch

if you want to review your governance, update your policies, or get advice on compliance and structure, contact us for a consultation. we will review your organisation’s needs and propose a plan tailored to you.