Company Secretary & Governance Lead

Duopharma Biotech; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading biotech firm in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a Corporate Governance Executive to support the Chief Legal Officer in ensuring adherence to statutory and corporate governance practices. The successful candidate will manage Board documentation, regulatory submissions, and corporate exercises while providing compliance guidance. Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s in Law or related fields with relevant experience in company secretarial roles. Excellent command of English and Bahasa Malaysia is required, along with strong organizational and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4–5 years of relevant company secretarial experience, preferably in a public listed company.
• Strong understanding of the Companies Act 2016 and relevant statutory, regulatory and governance requirements.
• Preferably experienced with Bursa Malaysia Listing Requirements and the Malaysian Code on Corporate Governance.

Responsibilities

• Provide corporate secretarial support for Duopharma Biotech Berhad and its Group of Companies.
• Prepare and submit Board papers, arrange meeting logistics, and draft minutes.
• Ensure timely lodgment of submissions to regulatory bodies.
• Maintain and update statutory documents and records in compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Provide guidance on statutory compliance and corporate governance matters.

Skills

Strong planning and organisational abilities

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Strong minutes-writing skills

Excellent command of written and spoken English

Excellent command of Bahasa Malaysia

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Law, Corporate Administration, or related field

ICSA qualification and MAICSA associate membership OR Licensed Company Secretary (SSM)

Job description

A leading biotech firm in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a Corporate Governance Executive to support the Chief Legal Officer in ensuring adherence to statutory and corporate governance practices. The successful candidate will manage Board documentation, regulatory submissions, and corporate exercises while providing compliance guidance. Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s in Law or related fields with relevant experience in company secretarial roles. Excellent command of English and Bahasa Malaysia is required, along with strong organizational and communication skills.