Company Secretary

A leading global financial services group is seeking a Company Secretary to join their highly respected Governance team in Singapore. This is an exceptional opportunity for you to play a pivotal role in supporting senior directors, business groups, and support teams on all aspects of corporate governance, company secretarial practice, and company law.

What you'll do:

As Company Secretary, you will play an integral role in ensuring robust corporate governance across a diverse portfolio of entities based in Singapore. Your day-to-day activities will involve providing high-quality guidance on statutory obligations and best practices while acting as a trusted advisor to senior leaders. You will be responsible for maintaining meticulous statutory records, coordinating board meetings from start to finish, including agenda preparation and minute-taking, and ensuring all regulatory filings are completed accurately and on time. In addition to your core responsibilities within Singapore, you will have opportunities to collaborate with colleagues across Southeast Asia on regional projects as well as contribute your insights towards global policy enhancements. Success in this position requires strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively within a supportive team environment that values knowledge sharing and continuous improvement.

• Provide expert company secretarial and corporate governance support to senior directors, business groups, and support teams across the organisation’s Singapore entities.
• Manage the full spectrum of entity governance responsibilities for a portfolio of local companies, including those subject to regulatory oversight.
• Advise on company law matters as well as internal policies to ensure ongoing compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.
• Act as named company secretary for multiple entities, maintaining accurate statutory records and ensuring timely filings with relevant authorities.
• Support board meetings by preparing agendas, collating papers, drafting minutes, and following up on action items to facilitate effective decision-making processes.
• Collaborate closely with colleagues across Southeast Asia to provide seamless governance support for cross-border entities within the group structure.
• Contribute actively to global policy development, process improvement projects, and innovation initiatives aimed at enhancing governance frameworks.
• Liaise with external advisors such as legal counsel or auditors when required to address complex compliance or regulatory issues.
• Monitor changes in legislation or best practices affecting corporate governance and proactively update internal stakeholders accordingly.
• Champion the organisation’s commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and responsible business conduct through your daily interactions.

What you bring:

To excel as Company Secretary in this prominent financial services group, you will bring proven experience gained from similar roles where you have managed entity governance responsibilities independently. Your background should include hands-on involvement with statutory filings, board administration duties such as minute-taking or agenda setting, and direct interaction with both internal stakeholders at various levels as well as external advisors. A recognised professional membership or legal qualification underpins your technical competence while your communication skills allow you to convey complex information clearly. Your ability to organise competing priorities efficiently ensures nothing falls through the cracks even during busy periods. Most importantly, your collaborative spirit aligns perfectly with an environment that values inclusivity, enabling you to build trust-based relationships across cultures while championing best practices in every aspect of your work.

• At least three years’ experience in a company secretarial or corporate governance role within a reputable organisation or professional services firm is essential for success in this position.
• Membership of the Chartered Governance Institute or the Singapore Association of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators, or possession of a recognised legal qualification, is required.
• Demonstrated expertise in Singapore statutory requirements, regulatory frameworks, and company compliance obligations is vital for this role.
• Proven track record acting as named company secretary for multiple entities simultaneously will be highly regarded.
• Exceptional written and spoken English communication skills are necessary; fluency in an additional language would be considered advantageous but not mandatory.
• Strong organisational abilities with meticulous attention to detail are crucial for managing complex documentation and meeting strict deadlines.
• Experience preparing board materials such as agendas or minutes while liaising effectively with senior stakeholders is important.
• A collaborative approach combined with sensitivity towards diversity, equity, inclusion principles will help foster positive relationships within the team.
• Familiarity with digital tools used for document management or board administration would be beneficial but not essential.
• A proactive attitude towards monitoring legislative changes impacting corporate governance will enable you to add value beyond routine tasks.

What sets this company apart:

This organisation stands out as one of the world’s most stable financial services groups, boasting over half a century of consistent profitability alongside an unwavering commitment to responsible business conduct. Employees benefit from an array of flexible working options tailored around individual needs, including hybrid arrangements that promote work-life balance without compromising professional growth. The comprehensive benefits package includes additional paid Flexi-Leave days each year; generous parental leave provisions; paid volunteer leave; donation matching; medical insurance; life cover; flexible wellbeing credits; reimbursement for professional memberships; learning opportunities; plus support for home office equipment purchases. The Legal & Governance Group itself is renowned for its knowledgeable professionals who operate at the forefront of industry developments, ensuring both business outcomes are achieved responsibly while safeguarding stakeholder interests. Above all else, this employer fosters an inclusive workplace where everyone’s identity is respected—actively encouraging applications from under-represented backgrounds while providing reasonable adjustments throughout recruitment or employment if needed.

What's next:

If you are ready to take the next step in your career journey by joining a supportive team dedicated to excellence in corporate governance, this is your chance!

Apply today by clicking on the link provided, your future awaits!

Do note that we will only be in touch if your application is shortlisted.
Robert Walters (Singapore) Pte Ltd
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