Corporate Secretarial Director

Our client, a reputable global professional services firm, is seeking a dynamic Corporate Secretarial Director to lead their growing team.

The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in the corporate secretarial industry, proven leadership skills, excellent communication abilities, and a strong understanding of Singapore's regulatory landscape.

Drive business growth and strengthen the company's market presence within the corporate secretarial and related professional services industries

Identify and develop new business opportunities while maintaining strong, strategic relationships with key stakeholders

Promote and cross-sell the firm's services, collaborating with business heads and other stakeholders to engage prospective clients

Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing team of corporate secretarial professionals

Ensure consistent, high-quality service delivery to all clients

Advise management on regulatory changes and implement required policy and process updates

Oversee a diverse portfolio of corporate secretarial clients, ensuring exceptional service delivery.

Advise clients on statutory compliance, company structure, administration, and related matters.

Build long-term client relationships by understanding their needs and delivering tailored solutions.

Foster strong internal collaboration across departments and with key business stakeholders.

Act as the named Company Secretary for designated clients

Oversee the full spectrum of corporate secretarial matters, including company incorporations, foreign branch/representative office registrations, company strike-offs, and preparation of directors/shareholders resolutions

Ensure accurate maintenance of statutory registers and client records.

Organise board and shareholders meetings; prepare and review resolutions, minutes, and statutory records in compliance with regulatory requirements

Review and enhance corporate secretarial processes and policies, aligning with corporate governance best practices

Drive process improvements to boost operational efficiency and client satisfaction.

Streamline workflows to effectively manage high-volume portfolios

Advise management and the Board on corporate secretarial and governance matters

Ensure full compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards.

Stay updated on regulatory changes (e.g., Singapore Companies Act 1967) and implement necessary policy and procedural adjustments.

Liaise with regulatory authorities to ensure timely and accurate reporting

Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Commerce, Accounting, Law, or a related field
• ICSA/CSIS/SAISCA qualification is mandatory
• Minimum 15 years experience in corporate secretarial, including at least 5 years in senior management.
• Must qualify as a Registered Qualified Individual (RQI).
• Proven leadership in managing teams and Singapore private company clients
• In-depth knowledge of the Companies Act, statutory regulations, Memorandum & Articles of Association, and Shareholders Agreements
• Strong understanding of Singapore Corporate Governance and secretarial best practices
• Excellent leadership, analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Effective communication and interpersonal abilities
• Proficient with corporate secretarial software (e.g., Viewpoints) and MS Office