Assistant Manager/Senior Executive, Corporate and Company Secretarial
We are looking for a capable and detail-oriented Senior Executive / Assistant Manager to manage corporate secretarial functions for a diversified group of companies, including public listed company (PLC) and offshore entities (e.g. BVI and Labuan). The ideal candidate should be experienced in handling end-to-end corporate secretarial matters, including regulatory filings, board documentation, and stakeholder communications, with minimal supervision.
Responsibilities
- Ensure statutory compliance of all companies under the portfolio in accordance with Companies Act 2016 and Bursa Securities Requirements.
- Manage company secretarial matters for both local private entities and public listed companies within the Group.
- Liaise with external company secretary firms and monitor statutory compliance across all entities under the Group.
- Handle all matters relating to offshore companies, including annual returns, economic substance declarations, license renewals, and coordination with registered agents.
- Draft, review, and manage documentation such as board/shareholder resolutions, minutes, notices, and corporate registers.
- Track statutory deadlines and ensure timely lodgement of Annual Returns, Audited Financial Statements, and regulatory submissions to SSM, Bursa Malaysia, or other relevant authorities.
- Coordinate the onboarding and cessation of directors, officers, and shareholders across jurisdictions.
- Organise and manage board and committee meetings, handling agenda preparation, logistics, and the accurate documentation and distribution of meeting minutes.
- Maintain and update the annual calendar for board and committee activities, and assist the Board and Nomination Committee with regular evaluations and director performance reviews.
- Release announcements on quarterly results and changes in Board & substantial shareholders, notice and outcome of AGM & EGM.
- Prepare and submit statutory filings, board resolutions, and other corporate documents with accuracy and within required timelines.
- Organise, arrange and coordinate all activities before and after annual general meeting of PLC.
- Maintain and update statutory records and corporate documents in both physical and digital formats.
- Liaise with internal departments, external auditors, legal counsel, and regulatory bodies for corporate governance matters.
- Assist in group restructuring exercises, corporate actions, share transfers, and incorporation of new entities.
- Perform other tasks or jobs as may be prescribed by the management.
Requirements
- Degree or Diploma in Corporate Administration, Business, Law, or a related field.
- Minimum 3–5 years of hands-on experience in company secretarial functions.
- Prior experience supporting public listed companies (PLCs) is an advantage.
- Experience handling offshore entities (especially BVI and Labuan) is an advantage.
- Licensed Company Secretary (SSM) or currently pursuing licensure is an advantage.
- Well-versed in Companies Act 2016 and Listing Requirements of Bursa Malaysia.
- Strong drafting skills and attention to detail in preparing board/shareholder documentation.
- Able to manage multiple deadlines and stakeholders independently.
- Highly organised, self-motivated, and able to maintain strict confidentiality.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and familiar with MyCoID, MBRS, and document management systems.
- (With PLC and offshore entity experience; MAICSA license is an advantage)