Terms of Reference can be found in the Management Handbook which, for ease, is replicated below:

Branch Secretary
The Branch Secretary, assisted by access to Microsoft Office 365 (O365) and the MAP, acts as
a focal point for branch administration, including the distribution of correspondence (ideally
electronically), agendas and meeting minutes. They also safeguard vital branch documents such
as legal deeds.

Terms of References

1. The Branch Secretary is responsible to the Branch Chair and Committee for the efficient
management of the branch administration.
2.  Organise and set up branch General and Committee meetings to take place on a regular
basis.
3.  Regularly liaise with the County Committee to provide updates on information such as
replacement Officers.
4.  Act as point of contact for receipt of correspondence issued by the County Committee,
staff, the Membership Council and Board of Trustees, and to ensure all correspondence
received is communicated to the Branch Committee for appropriate action without
delay.
5.  Handle all vital documents pertaining to the branch and, in the absence of a Membership
Secretary, control all aspects of Membership.
6.  Liaise with the Branch Chair in the preparation of the agendas for all branch meetings,
ensuring that all the Branch Committee members are provided with the relevant details
within a reasonable timescale in advance of these meetings.
7.  Attend and record minutes of all General and Committee Meetings and safeguard all
papers and documents under lock and key.
8.  Use Microsoft Office 365 (O365) to access all published handbooks, publications and
guides for reference.
9.  Register the branch for BCS as required by the Branch Committee.
10. Ensure all returns are fully completed, signed, dated and submitted within the determined
timescale.
11.  Attend training as directed by the Branch Chair and/or RBL policies and Procedures.