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Overview
Work History
Education
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Positions of Responsibility
References
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Connor Sumner

London

Summary

Experienced professional with a strong background in governance, compliance, and stakeholder management across diverse regions globally. Skilled in managing sensitive information, coordinating complex projects, and delivering accurate results under tight deadlines. With excellent organisational, communication, and analytical skills, coupled with a global perspective, I am motivated to take on impactful challenges and contribute effectively to national objectives.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Company Secretarial Assistant

Marex
London
12.2023 - Current
  • Collaborated on the planning and execution of a highly successful Initial Public Offering (IPO) in the US market.
  • Maintained strong relationships with key stakeholders across the globe.
  • Played an integral role in the end-to-end execution of confidential company projects, ensuring discretion and professionalism.
  • Conducted reviews of company financials and share data.
  • Attended committee and board meetings, documenting meeting minutes to ensure accurate records of key discussions and decisions.
  • Conducted comprehensive annual individual assessments of board directors, evaluating performance and adherence to corporate governance standards.
  • Liaised effectively with external regulators, translators, and other third-party professionals to ensure accurate communication, and smooth coordination of processes.
  • Ensured full compliance with legal and regulatory requirements across the company's group of entities.
  • Oversaw the timely and accurate submission of all necessary filings.

Secondee

Lightsource BP
London
10.2023 - 12.2023
  • Oversaw the processing of Know Your Customer (KYC) requests, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and organisational policies.
  • Managed the day-to-day operations of the legal inbox, efficiently prioritising and addressing inquiries to support smooth workflow and responsiveness.
  • Executed software updates and administrative tasks for director appointments, resignations, and company detail changes with precision and efficiency.
  • Streamlined company file organisation by implementing efficient systems to improve accessibility and accuracy.
  • Proposed innovative process improvements to enhance operational workflows and boost overall productivity.

Consultant, Governance Services

Computershare
London
10.2022 - 12.2023
  • Demonstrated extensive board experience in corporate secretarial matters, specialising in governance and compliance across the UK, EMEA, and Ireland.
  • Supported the onboarding and training of fellow consultants, fostering knowledge sharing and skill development to enhance team performance.
  • Prepared and completed RNS) announcements for the stock exchange, ensuring accuracy and compliance within tight daily timeframes.
  • Prepared key corporate documents, including Powers of Attorney (POAs), written resolutions, board evaluations, and meeting packs.
  • Gained expertise in managing end-to-end entity transactions for large multinational corporations, utilising various software tools.

Education

Corporate Governance, Grad CG LLM

The University of Law

Bachelor's Degree in Law -

Northumbria University
Newcastle upon Tyne

A-Levels -

Alsop High School
Liverpool

GCSEs -

Alsop High School
Liverpool

Skills

  • Report Writing
  • Interpersonal
  • Adaptability
  • Attention to Detail
  • Curiosity and Analytical Thinking
  • Discretion and Integrity
  • Resilient to Stress
  • Cultural Awareness

Positions of Responsibility

  • Student Member

The Chartered Governance Institute UK & Ireland (2023-Present)

  • Events Committee Chair

Computershare (2023-2023)

  • Trustee

Daisy Inclusive UK (2021-2023)

  • Trustee

Northumbria Students Union (2021-2022)

  • Student Advisor

Citizens Advice Newcastle (2022-2022)

  • Proprietor

Liverpool Athenaeum (2018-2023)

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Company Secretarial Assistant

Marex
12.2023 - Current

Secondee

Lightsource BP
10.2023 - 12.2023

Consultant, Governance Services

Computershare
10.2022 - 12.2023

Corporate Governance, Grad CG LLM

The University of Law

Bachelor's Degree in Law -

Northumbria University

A-Levels -

Alsop High School

GCSEs -

Alsop High School

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