Director Appointments
Appointing or removing a director is a formal legal process, not just an internal decision. Done correctly it keeps your company compliant and your public record accurate; done poorly it can create confusion, breach your articles of association and attract attention from Companies House. Our London accountants handle the entire process for you, quickly and correctly.
What a director appointment involves
A director is the person legally responsible for running the company and ensuring it meets its statutory obligations, including filing accounts and confirmation statements on time. When a new director joins or an existing director leaves, the change must be reported to Companies House using the correct forms within 14 days.
The process also requires a board resolution, an update to the company’s statutory register of directors, and — for new appointments — confirmation of the director’s details and consent to act. We prepare every document so the appointment is legally valid and your records stay pristine.
Appointments and resignations
For a new appointment we prepare the board minutes, file the AP01 form with Companies House, and update your statutory registers. For a resignation we file the TM01 form, record the termination in your registers, and advise on any final dividend or salary entitlements the departing director may be owed.
We also brief new directors on their legal responsibilities — including directors’ duties under the Companies Act — so they understand their obligations from the moment they are appointed.
Keeping your records accurate
An out-of-date public record is one of the most common compliance failures for small companies. By letting us manage director changes end to end, you ensure your filings are always on time and your statutory registers always match the reality of who runs the business.
Frequently Asked Questions
How quickly must a director change be reported?
Companies House must be notified within 14 days of the appointment or resignation. We usually file within one working day of receiving signed documents.
Can a company have only one director?
Most private limited companies can operate with a single director, provided the articles of association allow it. We will confirm what your particular company requires.
What are a director’s legal duties?
Directors have statutory duties under the Companies Act, including acting in the company’s best interests and exercising reasonable care. We brief every new director on these responsibilities.
Do you handle resignations as well as appointments?
Yes. We file the resignation, update your registers and advise on any final entitlements the departing director may be owed.