People and roles
Appoint a company secretary in
What a company secretary is, who can be one, whether you need one at all — and what the role is not.
A private UK company does not need a secretary. Some appoint one to take on part of the directors’ work.
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If you appoint oneYou
The secretary can also be a director, but cannot be the company’s auditor. Even with a secretary, the directors are legally responsible for the company.
What you do not need
- A company secretary, for a private company.
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