Whether you have trained in law or specifically in governance, a career as a Company Secretary is rewarding, interesting and multi-faceted.

Along with Airbus, Boeing once ruled the skies. The two aircraft manufacturers dominate the aeronautical industry, with the US giant building an impeccable safety and quality reputation over decades, yet recent events have shown how quickly the mighty can hit turbulence.

How to apply effective governance to the world of Artificial Intelligence (AI) has taken increasing prominence among global policy makers since the widespread launch of generative programs.

As a business we encourage our team members to undertake certifications and qualifications, and we are always delighted to see upskilling happening within the team. And as a responsible brand and a B Corp, we are especially happy to have a team member on board with sustainability training to help us with our goal of prioritising purpose alongside profit. 

Rarely, if ever, can the decision to not only fail to heed whistle-blowers but to belittle their complaints have resulted in more tragic consequences than the case of imprisoned nurse Lucy Letby. 

A full-bodied governance scandal is not what you would normally associate with the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), the 153-year-old body best known for setting property standards and industry qualifications.