Secretariat Manager – Corporate Governance Lead

About the role

We are seeking a Secretariat Manager to join a respected organisation in Singapore. You will work closely with senior management and the Board, providing advice on legislative matters and overseeing a full range of company secretarial duties.

Key responsibilities

• Assist the Head of Department in developing and implementing corporate governance strategies and policies.
• Monitor legislative developments and advise the Board and senior management on compliance.
• Manage company incorporations, maintain statutory registers, and prepare directors' and shareholders' resolutions.
• Organise Board, Committee and Shareholder meetings, handle logistics and record accurate minutes.
• Prepare comprehensive meeting papers to support informed decision‑making.
• Ensure ongoing compliance with statutory, regulatory, constitutional and internal policy requirements.
• Support the preparation of annual reports, including corporate governance sections.
• Handle ACRA filings for Singapore entities and coordinate overseas statutory filings as needed.
• Draft SGX announcements and ensure timely posting on SGXNet.
• Liaise with internal teams, overseas offices, regulators and third‑party service providers on secretarial matters.

Required profile

• Membership with ICSA or CSIS is essential.
• Minimum 8 years of relevant experience in public listed companies or corporate secretarial firms.
• Strong understanding of the Singapore Companies Act, SGX listing rules and related regulatory frameworks.
• Proven ability to advise senior leadership on governance and compliance issues.

Required skills

• Knowledge of Singapore Companies Act.
• Experience with ACRA filing processes.
• Familiarity with SGX listing and announcement requirements.