{"id":123660,"date":"2026-07-28T15:06:52","date_gmt":"2026-07-28T15:06:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.taylorroot.com\/?p=123660"},"modified":"2026-08-04T09:31:23","modified_gmt":"2026-08-04T09:31:23","slug":"the-skills-company-secretaries-need-to-progress-into-senior-roles","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.taylorroot.com\/de\/karriereberatung\/the-skills-company-secretaries-need-to-progress-into-senior-roles\/","title":{"rendered":"The skills company secretaries need to progress into senior roles"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-0fbd6134 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"margin-top:0\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns single-post__columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-6ed55936 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column single-post__columns__column--nav is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" 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class=\"wp-block-yoast-seo-table-of-contents yoast-table-of-contents\"><ul><li><a href=\"#h-contents\" data-level=\"2\">Contents<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-why-company-secretaries-are-moving-closer-to-the-board\" data-level=\"2\">Why company secretaries are moving closer to the board<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-the-skills-that-are-becoming-increasingly-valuable\" data-level=\"2\">The skills that are becoming increasingly valuable<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-how-company-secretaries-are-being-assessed-for-senior-roles\" data-level=\"2\">How company secretaries are being assessed for senior roles<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-esg-technology-and-stakeholder-expectations-are-expanding-the-role\" data-level=\"2\">ESG, technology and stakeholder expectations are expanding the role<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-why-some-company-secretaries-progress-faster-than-others\" data-level=\"2\">Why some company secretaries progress faster than others<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-how-company-secretaries-can-strengthen-their-strategic-profile\" data-level=\"2\">How company secretaries can strengthen their strategic profile<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-the-future-of-the-company-secretary-profession\" data-level=\"2\">The future of the company secretary profession<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group single-post__share-desktop is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-d7a70935 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained block-visibility-hide-medium-screen block-visibility-hide-small-screen\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--x-large);padding-top:0;padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--small);padding-bottom:0;padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--small)\">\n<h3 id=\"h-share\" class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-eyebrow-no-border\">Share<\/h3>\n\n\n\t<ul class=\"wp-block-social-links has-normal-icon-size is-style-branded\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"wp-block-social-links__item wp-social-link 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LinkedIn<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t<\/ul>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column toc-scope single-post__columns__column--content is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-brand-1-10-background-color has-brand-2-40-background-color has-background is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h3 id=\"h-key-insights\" class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-eyebrow-no-border\">Key insights<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Company secretaries are becoming board-level advisers<\/strong>: the role is moving beyond governance process and into strategic decision-making.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Technical expertise is no longer enough<\/strong>: senior progression now depends on commercial awareness, influence and stakeholder management.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>ESG and technology are reshaping the profession<\/strong>: boards need governance professionals who can support reporting, AI adoption and wider risk oversight.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Employers are assessing impact, not just responsibilities<\/strong>: candidates need to show how they have improved governance, influenced decisions or supported change.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Visibility matters for career progression<\/strong>: board exposure, strategic projects and strong senior relationships can help company secretaries move into leadership roles.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.taylorroot.com\/company-secretarial-jobs\/\">company secretary role<\/a> has always sat close to the boardroom, but the expectations placed on the function have changed considerably. Strong technical governance expertise remains essential, but it is no longer enough on its own.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Today\u2019s company secretaries are expected to help boards navigate regulation, stakeholder pressure, ESG scrutiny, technology adoption and increasingly complex corporate structures. They are simply not ensuring meetings run smoothly or that statutory obligations are met. They are helping boards make better decisions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This evolution is creating signification opportunities for governance professionals. Those who can move beyond process and demonstrate commercial awareness, strategic thinking and influence at senior levels are increasingly well positioned for progression. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-why-company-secretaries-are-moving-closer-to-the-board\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-brand-1-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-634f012af758d4b8af2a21ae57ae25fb\">Why company secretaries are moving closer to the board<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The company secretary has traditionally been viewed as the guardian of governance process. That\u00a0remains\u00a0a fundamental part of the role, but the most effective professionals are now doing much more than ensuring compliance.\u00a0<br>\u00a0<br>Boards are\u00a0operating\u00a0in a more complex environment. Regulatory requirements are more detailed, stakeholder expectations are higher and decisions are being made under greater scrutiny. This has changed the way governance support is valued.\u00a0<br>\u00a0<br>A strong company secretary is now expected to interpret what regulation means in practice, not simply\u00a0identify\u00a0what the rules say. They help boards understand risk, weigh competing\u00a0priorities\u00a0and make decisions that are both compliant and commercially sound.\u00a0<br>\u00a0<br>As a result, company secretaries are becoming trusted advisers to Chairs, CEOs and boards. They sit at the centre of governance, leadership and stakeholder relationships, often providing valuable insights into how decisions are made and where risks may emerge.<br>\u00a0<br>The professionals who add the greatest value are those who can shape discussions, challenge constructively and\u00a0provide\u00a0practical advice rather than simply administer governance processes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-the-skills-that-are-becoming-increasingly-valuable\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-brand-1-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-ac853c210e6902cad4a2d51be1b03bd9\">The skills that are becoming increasingly valuable<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Technical&nbsp;governance&nbsp;expertise&nbsp;remains&nbsp;the foundation of the role, but many governance professionals are discovering that career progression increasingly depends on a broader skill set.&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;<br>Skills that are becoming increasingly valuable include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Commercial awareness<\/strong> \u2013 understanding the organisation\u2019s strategy,&nbsp;priorities&nbsp;and challenges&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Board-level confidence<\/strong> \u2013 building trusted relationships with senior stakeholders&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Influencing skills<\/strong> \u2013 guiding discussions and advising on sensitive issues&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Stakeholder management<\/strong> \u2013 managing relationships across the board, executive team,&nbsp;regulators&nbsp;and shareholders&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Strategic thinking<\/strong> \u2013 understanding how governance supports long-term organisational success&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Technology awareness<\/strong> \u2013 recognising how digital tools and AI can improve governance&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>ESG knowledge<\/strong> \u2013 supporting boards on sustainability,&nbsp;reporting&nbsp;and stakeholder expectations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The strongest governance professionals combine technical credibility with the ability to communicate clearly, build&nbsp;trust&nbsp;and contribute to broader organisational objectives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-how-company-secretaries-are-being-assessed-for-senior-roles\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-brand-1-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-e9773a98ef9a7bbd8c6b569b04f2a553\">How company secretaries are being assessed for senior roles<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As\u00a0expectations evolve, so does the way governance professionals are evaluated for more senior positions.\u00a0<br>\u00a0<br>Increasingly, organisations want to understand not only what candidates have done, but the impact they have had. Many of the\u00a0qualities\u00a0employers look for are explored in\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.taylorroot.com\/career-advice\/example-interview-question-examples-for-company-secretarial-interviews\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">company secretarial interview\u00a0questions,<\/a>\u00a0which looks at the types of questions candidates can expect during the recruitment process.\u00a0<br>\u00a0<br>For example, governance professionals may be asked:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>How have you influenced board-level decision-making?&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>When have you challenged senior stakeholders&nbsp;constructively?&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How have you helped a board manage risk or navigate uncertainty?&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What role have you played in ESG governance or reporting?&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How have you improved governance processes or introduced&nbsp;new technology?&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This means company secretaries should think carefully about how they communicate their experience.&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;<br>Rather than focusing solely on responsibilities, it is often more effective to&nbsp;demonstrate&nbsp;outcomes. Examples might include improving the quality of board reporting, supporting a governance transformation project, advising directors during a&nbsp;transaction&nbsp;or introducing governance technology that improved efficiency and oversight.&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;<br>Alongside preparing strong examples, our&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.taylorroot.com\/career-advice\/career-progression\/how-to-excel-in-your-legal-job-interview-five-interview-tips-for-securing-your-next-role\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">interview preparation for legal, risk and compliance roles<\/a>&nbsp;guide offers practical advice on presenting your experience with&nbsp;confidence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-esg-technology-and-stakeholder-expectations-are-expanding-the-role\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-brand-1-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-515b4b09bc3a5d3d743248c15e947492\">ESG, technology and stakeholder expectations are expanding the role<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Several major trends are influencing the future of the profession.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-esg-and-stakeholder-accountability\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-brand-1-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-e1d0b07ea568357e9c925e620a17b635\">ESG and stakeholder accountability<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">ESG considerations have become a regular feature of board discussions. Company secretaries are often heavily involved in supporting governance structures,&nbsp;disclosures&nbsp;and reporting processes.&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;<br>This has broadened the role beyond traditional governance activities and increased interaction with investors,&nbsp;regulators&nbsp;and wider stakeholder groups.&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;<br>For governance professionals looking to progress, ESG experience can provide valuable exposure to strategic discussions and complex stakeholder considerations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-technology-and-ai\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-brand-1-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-c0537dba611efa22a1c642c77b0dbbc7\">Technology and AI<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Technology is also reshaping governance. Board portals, entity management systems, workflow\u00a0technology\u00a0and AI tools are changing how information is prepared,\u00a0managed\u00a0and shared, a trend we explore further in\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.taylorroot.com\/market-insight\/ai-in-corporate-governance-how-uk-ftse-boards-and-company-secretarial-teams-are-adopting-it\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">AI in corporate governance: how UK FTSE boards and company secretarial teams are adopting it.<\/a>\u00a0<br>\u00a0<br>While governance professionals are not expected to become technology specialists, understanding how AI can be governed alongside wider governance processes is becoming increasingly important. The guidance set out in\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.cgi.org.uk\/resources\/guidance-notes\/corporate\/governing-ai-use-in-your-organisation\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">governing AI use in your organisation<\/a>\u00a0highlights practical considerations for boards and governance teams as AI adoption continues to grow.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Those who can combine governance&nbsp;expertise&nbsp;with an understanding of technology-enabled decision-making are likely to stand out in the market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-why-some-company-secretaries-progress-faster-than-others\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-brand-1-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-eff48032a337744271d3aa306e8706d5\">Why some company secretaries progress faster than others<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Experience is important, but experience alone does not always lead to progression.&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;<br>The professionals who often move into senior company secretarial and governance leadership roles are those who actively seek opportunities to expand their impact.&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;<br>Common characteristics include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Building strong relationships with senior stakeholders&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Taking ownership of strategic projects&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Seeking exposure to boards and committees&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Developing commercial understanding&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Supporting ESG and organisational change initiatives&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Driving improvements to governance processes&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Demonstrating confidence when advising senior leaders&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In&nbsp;many cases, progression is linked less to technical&nbsp;expertise&nbsp;and more to visibility,&nbsp;influence&nbsp;and business understanding.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-how-company-secretaries-can-strengthen-their-strategic-profile\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-brand-1-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-61162a5e44d680a8fafbf9862c2f979a\">How company secretaries can strengthen their strategic profile<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For&nbsp;governance professionals looking to develop their careers, there are several practical ways to build strategic experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-seek-greater-board-exposure\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-brand-1-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-cfb04cff0c95412acb9a1d69d35db41d\">Seek greater board exposure<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Look for opportunities to present governance issues directly to directors and committees rather than solely supporting meetings behind the scenes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-develop-commercial-awareness\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-brand-1-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-ff5b4664d68791ff30296cc354d20cac\">Develop commercial awareness<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Take time to understand the organisation\u2019s strategy, financial&nbsp;performance&nbsp;and wider business objectives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-get-involved-in-esg-initiatives\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-brand-1-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-667b136992b7b054a9b2d18956efc76f\">Get involved in ESG initiatives<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Supporting governance and reporting projects can provide valuable experience and board visibility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-lead-process-improvements\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-brand-1-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-ba8304d9d7f37380b263328e8b844936\">Lead process improvements<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Identify opportunities to improve governance effectiveness, reporting quality or decision-making processes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-increase-your-technology-knowledge\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-brand-1-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-d8a7f9833f6dfbf93cb1a745ddcb534b\">Increase your technology knowledge<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Become familiar with governance technology, data&nbsp;management&nbsp;and emerging AI applications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-focus-on-outcomes\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-brand-1-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-72571775a1833a9ab48f681baee04daf\">Focus on outcomes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When discussing your experience, show how your work influenced decisions, reduced&nbsp;risk&nbsp;or improved governance rather than simply describing your responsibilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-the-future-of-the-company-secretary-profession\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-brand-1-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-83a6628581a270a22cfb11c52c763f40\">The future of the company secretary profession<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The&nbsp;company secretary role will continue to evolve as boards face greater complexity, increased stakeholder&nbsp;scrutiny&nbsp;and growing expectations around governance.&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;<br>Technical&nbsp;expertise&nbsp;will remain critical, but the professionals most likely to succeed will be those who combine governance knowledge with commercial awareness, strong&nbsp;stakeholder&nbsp;relationships&nbsp;and the confidence to influence decision-making.&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;<br>For governance professionals, the opportunity is clear. The role is no longer defined solely by compliance. 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class=\"card__published-date meta__item\"><span class=\"meta__item-label\">Posted<\/span> <span class=\"meta__item-value\">September 9, 2026<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/ul>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"card__content\">Contents Share For Russell Johnstone, trusteeship is where senior commercial judgment meets social purpose. With a career advising some of the UK&#8217;s most prominent consumer, media and technology businesses, including as General Counsel for BT&#8217;s Consumer division, he now brings board-level judgment, regulatory fluency and commercial discipline to three organisations united by a powerful idea: [&hellip;]<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t<\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card card--post post-125582 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-karriereberatung category-data-protection category-industry-leaders tag-new_risk-and-compliance-career-advice hd_author-tom-woods\" id=\"block_8ceaa77ed91d8d69e603412a5276aa2e-job-125582\">\n\n\t<a class=\"card__link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.taylorroot.com\/de\/market-insight\/industry-leaders\/how-data-protection-leaders-can-hold-the-c-suites-attention\/\">\n\n\t\t\n\t\t\t<div class=\"card__image-wrapper\">\n\n\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" src=\"https:\/\/www.taylorroot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/09\/Detail_Close-up-of-hand-gesture_GettyImages-629293208-1-300x225.jpg\" class=\"card__image\" alt=\"Close up of a woman at work, green shirt, making hand gestures\" sizes=\"(max-width: 481px) 100vw, (max-width: 599px) 50vw, (max-width: 1240px) 33vw, 370px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.taylorroot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/09\/Detail_Close-up-of-hand-gesture_GettyImages-629293208-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.taylorroot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/09\/Detail_Close-up-of-hand-gesture_GettyImages-629293208-1-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.taylorroot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/09\/Detail_Close-up-of-hand-gesture_GettyImages-629293208-1-768x576.jpg 768w\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<ul class=\"card__tags\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"card__tag\"><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/ul>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<h4 class=\"card__title\">How data protection leaders can hold the C-suite&#8217;s attention<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<ul class=\"meta__list\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"card__published-date meta__item\"><span class=\"meta__item-label\">Posted<\/span> <span class=\"meta__item-value\">September 4, 2026<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/ul>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"card__content\">Contents Share Key insights Executive attention is the scarcest resource a data protection function competes for. Winning&nbsp;the C-suite\u2019s attention&nbsp;is&nbsp;often the easy part:&nbsp;a&nbsp;regulatory deadline or a&nbsp;data&nbsp;breach&nbsp;naturally&nbsp;puts privacy on the board agenda without any effort from the&nbsp;Data Protection Officer&nbsp;(DPO).&nbsp;&nbsp; Keeping that attention is what allows privacy programmes to grow beyond a team of one.&nbsp; Across&nbsp;data protection recruitment,&nbsp;the [&hellip;]<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t<\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card card--post post-123660 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-karriereberatung category-karriereentwicklung category-governance tag-new_risk-and-compliance-career-advice hd_author-zaryna-pirverdi\" id=\"block_8ceaa77ed91d8d69e603412a5276aa2e-job-123660\">\n\n\t<a class=\"card__link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.taylorroot.com\/de\/karriereberatung\/the-skills-company-secretaries-need-to-progress-into-senior-roles\/\">\n\n\t\t\n\t\t\t<div class=\"card__image-wrapper\">\n\n\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" src=\"https:\/\/www.taylorroot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/09\/Detail_Close-up-of-hand-gesture_GettyImages-629293208-1-300x225.jpg\" class=\"card__image\" alt=\"Close up of a woman at work, green shirt, making hand gestures\" sizes=\"(max-width: 481px) 100vw, (max-width: 599px) 50vw, (max-width: 1240px) 33vw, 370px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.taylorroot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/09\/Detail_Close-up-of-hand-gesture_GettyImages-629293208-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.taylorroot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/09\/Detail_Close-up-of-hand-gesture_GettyImages-629293208-1-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.taylorroot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/09\/Detail_Close-up-of-hand-gesture_GettyImages-629293208-1-768x576.jpg 768w\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<ul class=\"card__tags\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"card__tag\"><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/ul>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<h4 class=\"card__title\">The skills company secretaries need to progress into senior roles<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<ul class=\"meta__list\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"card__published-date meta__item\"><span class=\"meta__item-label\">Posted<\/span> <span class=\"meta__item-value\">Juli 28, 2026<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/ul>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"card__content\">Contents Share Key insights The company secretary role has always sat close to the boardroom, but the expectations placed on the function have changed considerably. Strong technical governance expertise remains essential, but it is no longer enough on its own. Today\u2019s company secretaries are expected to help boards navigate regulation, stakeholder pressure, ESG scrutiny, technology [&hellip;]<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t<\/a>\n\n<\/div>\t\t\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Contents Share Key insights The company secretary role has always sat close to the boardroom, but the expectations placed on the function have changed considerably. Strong technical governance expertise remains essential, but it is no longer enough on its own. 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