Senior Associate, Corporate Secretarial

Vena Energy; Makati; On-site; PHP 1,842,751 - 3,071,253; Full time

Job summary

Vena Energy in Makati is seeking a Senior Associate for Corporate Secretarial duties overseeing the governance and compliance of a portfolio of 79 entities. This role demands precision in legal drafting and exceptional organizational skills to manage multiple corporate personalities efficiently.

The ideal candidate will possess at least five years of relevant experience, a thorough understanding of corporate law, and the ability to maintain comprehensive project management under tight deadlines.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in corporate secretarial and/or legal work.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficient in MS Office and good English writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee corporate governance and statutory compliance for 79 entities.
• Manage the full board cycle with strict deadlines.
• Ensure 100% on-time filing rate across all entities.
• Support complex restructuring and due diligence for financing.

Skills

Legal drafting

Organizational skills

Project management

English writing

Education

University graduate

Tools

MS Office

Job description

## Senior Associate, Corporate SecretarialApplylocations: Makati, Philippinestime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 2 Days Agojob requisition id: JR1693**Job Summary:**This role oversees the corporate governance and statutory compliance for a high-volume portfolio of 79 renewable energy and healthcare entities. Candidate shall ensure a 100% on-time filing rate while managing the full board cycle, from distributing materials five days in advance to executing complex resolutions for strategic projects. It is a high-precision position requiring authoritative legal drafting and the ability to navigate sophisticated joint-venture relationships.**Key Responsibilities:**The Role A high-stakes governance lead responsible for the compliance and board management of a 79-entity portfolio. This is a "zero-error" position that bridges technical legal drafting with rigorous project management.**Core Priorities*** **Board Excellence:** Managing the full board cycle with strict deadlines—materials sent **5 days prior** and action items out within **2 days**.* **Regulatory Mastery:** Ensuring a **100% on-time filing rate** (SEC, GIS, AFS) across all entities to maintain perfect "Good Standing."* **Strategic Execution:** Supporting complex restructuring (e.g., Solar projects/land transfers) and providing due diligence for financing and JV partnerships.)* **Leadership:** Mentoring junior staff and acting as a bridge between internal leadership team and external partners.**Ideal Candidate** A legal professional who excels in **narrative drafting** (moving beyond bulleted lists) and possesses the organizational stamina to manage nearly 80 corporate personalities and calendars simultaneously.**Pre-requisites:*** University graduate of any course* Preferably with five (5) years’ or more experience in corporate secretarial and/or legal work* Candidate must have excellent organizational skills and pays attention to details* Proficient in MS Office* Good English writing skills* Legal background would be an advantage, but not a must* Desired traits: positive attitude, willingness to learn, takes initiative