Company Secretary, Global Investment Manager, Abu Dhabi, UAE

The Regional Municipality of Durham; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent global investment management firm based in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Company Secretary to join their international legal team. In this pivotal role, you will provide essential governance advice, support board meetings, and ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in investment organizations, excellent communication skills, and familiarity with UAE governance laws.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Company Secretary or in a similar role within a global investment organization.
• Familiarity with UAE company governing laws.
• Knowledge of up-to-date regulatory and legal laws.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal, strategic, and governance advice to senior management and board members.
• Lead strategic negotiations and draft all governance documents.
• Ensure corporate and regulatory compliance for the firm.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Governance advice

Job description

Our client, a well-established global investment management firm, is currently looking to hire a Company Secretary to join their Abu Dhabi office and become an integral member of their international legal team. The firm invests across multiple jurisdictions through various strategies. To date, they have been very successful, and this is expected to continue as they grow in AUM and headcount.

What the job involves

As the Company Secretary, you will work closely with the firm's General Counsel, providing advice and guidance to the Board of Directors and CEO on governance matters to ensure compliance with relevant legislation, guidelines, and best practices.

1. Provide legal, strategic, and governance advice to senior management and board members.
2. Lead strategic negotiations and draft all governance documents.
3. Supervise the integrity of the company structure, ensuring all acquisitions are carried out in accordance with procedures.
4. Provide Co-sec support for board meetings.
5. Regularly review the governance framework.
6. Ensure corporate and regulatory compliance for the firm.

Who we are looking for

• Experience as a Company Secretary or in a similar role within a global investment organization.
• Familiarity with UAE company governing laws.
• Knowledge of up-to-date regulatory and legal laws.
• Knowledge of multiple investment products and strategies.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to liaise at all levels.

Note: This role is active and not expired.