Roles & Responsibilities
Job Objective
To ensure the company complies with statutory and regulatory requirements and maintains high standards of corporate governance. The Corporate Secretary plays a key role in supporting the board of directors, managing corporate records, and ensuring effective communication between stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
- Act as the company’s named Corporate Secretary in accordance with statutory requirements.
- Organize and prepare agendas and papers for board meetings, committees, and annual general meetings (AGMs).
- Take accurate minutes of board meetings and ensure timely distribution and follow-up on action items.
- Ensure the company complies with its statutory obligations under applicable laws (e.g., Companies Act, SGX Listing Manual, etc.).
- Maintain and update statutory books, including registers of members, directors, and secretaries.
- File necessary documents with regulatory authorities such as ACRA and IRAS.
- Provide guidance to directors and management on corporate governance matters.
- Draft board resolutions and ensure proper documentation of corporate decisions.
- Manage corporate filings for company incorporation, changes in directors, share transfers, etc.
- Liaise with external regulators and advisers, such as lawyers and auditors.
- Oversee the preparation and filing of the company’s annual returns and financial statements.
- Ensure compliance with internal policies and facilitate training on governance and compliance topics.
- Support due diligence and documentation for mergers, acquisitions, and restructures.
Qualifications & Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Law, Business Administration, or a related field.Chartered Secretary qualification (e.g., ICSA or SAICSA) preferred.At least 5 years of experience in a corporate secretarial role, preferably in a public listed or multinational company.Strong knowledge of Singapore corporate law, regulations, and governance practices.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.High level of discretion, integrity, and professionalism.Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.Proficient in Microsoft Office and relevant secretarial software.Key Competencies
Attention to detail and accuracyUnderstanding of corporate governance frameworksEffective stakeholder managementDiscretion and confidentialityProactive problem-solving skillsent.J-18808-Ljbffr