Company Secretary/HR Manager - Fintech start-up, Dubai

AP Executive; Dubai; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic Fintech startup in Dubai seeks a multi-functional professional to handle Company Secretary, HR, and administrative duties. Candidates should possess at least 5 years of dual experience in a regulated environment, with strong knowledge of corporate governance and compliance. The position involves managing recruitment, office administration, and serving as a trusted adviser to the Board and management.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a dual Company Secretary and HR/Admin capacity.
• Strong knowledge of corporate governance and labor frameworks in UAE and Bahrain.

Responsibilities

• Manage Board and Committee meetings, including agendas and minutes.
• Lead end-to-end recruitment and onboarding processes.
• Oversee general office administration and employee queries.

Skills

Corporate governance

HR management

Regulatory compliance

Office management

Recruitment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related discipline

Job description

Overview

AP Executive are working with a fast-growing start-up to hire a multi-functional professional who will combine responsibilities of Company Secretary, HR, and Admin. The company is an ambitious Fintech that has a dynamic and high-profile C-Suite, and has a strong financial backing to pursue a successful high-growth agenda. This role is critical to ensuring a robust corporate governance, regulatory compliance, employee support and office management. The individual will act as a trusted adviser to the Board, management and all employees and be a key part of the long term success of the business going forwards.

Key Responsibilities

Company Secretarial & Governance

• Organize and manage Board and Committee meetings, including scheduling, agendas, meeting packs, and accurate minutes.
• Track resolutions, action items, and ensure timely follow-up.
• Maintain statutory registers (directors, shareholders, UBO, share transfers, etc.) across all entities.
• Ensure timely filings with regulators (VARA, CBB, DMCC, ADGM or other authorities).

Human Resources

• Lead end-to-end recruitment, onboarding, and manpower planning.
• Draft and maintain employment contracts, consultancy agreements, referral agreements, and HR registers.
• Manage attendance, leave, and employee files in line with labour laws and company policy.
• Coordinate payroll with Finance, ensuring compliance with WPS and other jurisdictional requirements.
• Oversee benefits administration (medical insurance, allowances, flights, bonuses, etc.) and conduct periodic benchmarking.
• Act as primary point of contact for employee queries, grievances, and relations.
• Draft, update, and implement HR policies; ensure compliance with UAE and Bahrain labour laws.

Administration

• Oversee general office administration.
• Manage travel bookings, visas, and employee expense claims.
• Provide administrative assistance to management, including scheduling, agendas, and logistics for meetings.

To be considered for this position it is thought you will have a degree in HR/Business or a related subject, and you will have 5+ years of experience in a dual Company Sec/HR capacity ideally in a Fintech, FS, or other regulated envioronments. You will have a strong knowledge of coproate governance, company law, and labour frameworks in Bahrain, UAE, and other international jurisdictions.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related discipline.
• 5–7 years of experience in a dual Company Secretary and HR/Admin capacity, preferably in financial services, fintech, or other regulated environments.

To apply for this position please send your CV to Don Fletcher via [e-mail].

Please note you must already be based in Dubai to be considered.

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