Company Secretary

Zohorecruit; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Zohorecruit is seeking a professionally qualified Company Secretary to join our multinational client in Dubai. You will ensure robust corporate governance, advise senior management on regulatory matters, and lead governance-related risk management across the organization.

The role requires a strong background in corporate law, compliance, and governance with 3+ years in a corporate secretarial position. You will interact with regulators and internal teams to support strategic decisions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Professional qualification as a Company Secretary (ACS or equivalent) is required.
• 3+ years of experience in a corporate secretarial role in a notable firm or establishment.
• Strong knowledge of corporate law, governance principles, and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage all aspects of corporate governance, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and best practices.
• Draft minutes, resolutions and other corporate documents as required.
• Extract and compile corporate records for governance reporting.
• Stay updated on regulatory developments in UAE and relevant jurisdictions.
• Advise senior management on compliance requirements and governance strategies.
• Conduct regular compliance audits and mitigate risks.
• Review corporate compliances as part of due diligences.
• Liaise with regulators and client compliance teams.
• Ensure timely and accurate communication to shareholders and regulators.
• Draft and review contracts to align with legal obligations.
• Provide legal advice on contractual matters across departments.
• Identify governance risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Implement and maintain an effective risk management framework.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Independent & collaborative work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Law or related field

Professional qualification as a Company Secretary (ACS or equivalent)

Job description

Dubai, United Arab Emirates | Posted on 08/04/2025

A multinational firm is recruiting a professionally qualified Company Secretary (CSI) to join their dynamic team. As the Company Secretary, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth and efficient functioning of corporate governance within the organization. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in corporate law, compliance, and governance, with the ability to provide strategic advice to the senior management.

Job Responsibilities:

• Oversee and manage all aspects of corporate governance, ensuring compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and best practices.
• Draft of minutes, resolutions and other documents as required.
• Extract and compile corporate records.
• Remain updated on relevant legal and regulatory developments in India / UAE.
• Stay abreast of changes in relevant legislation and regulations, advising the organization on compliance requirements.
• Conduct regular compliance audits and implement necessary measures to mitigate risks.
• Review of corporate compliances as part of due diligences.
• Liaise with regulators and with client compliance teams.
• Ensure timely and accurate communication to shareholders and regulatory bodies.
• Review, and draft contracts, ensuring they align with the company's legal and regulatory obligations.
• Provide legal advice on contractual matters to various departments.
• Identify and assess potential legal and governance risks, developing strategies to mitigate them.
• Implement and maintain an effective risk management framework.

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Professional qualification as a Company Secretary (ACS or equivalent)
• At least 3 years of experience in a corporate secretarial role in a notable firm orestablishment.
• Strong knowledge of corporate law, governance principles, and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.