Associate Director Independent Directorship & Fiduciary Services

FP GLOBAL PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fiduciary services firm in Singapore is seeking a detail-oriented Senior Manager to join their team. This role involves independent directorship on offshore fund structures, overseeing compliance and governance, and requires extensive experience in transaction banking, fund administration, or corporate secretarial services. Candidates should have a strong attention to detail, the ability to manage high volumes of documentation, and demonstrate strong governance instincts. Competitive compensation and growth opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-7 years in corporate, SME, or transaction banking.
• Experience in fund administration or corporate secretarial services.
• Hands-on experience with offshore jurisdictions (Cayman, BVI, Singapore).
• Familiarity with legal and compliance standards in fiduciary services.

Responsibilities

• Serve as independent director on offshore fund structures.
• Review and analyze board packs and financial statements.
• Ensure compliance with AML/CFT regulations.
• Conduct detailed reviews of high-volume documentation.

Skills

Transaction banking

Corporate banking

SME banking

Attention to detail

Independent and self-directed

High-volume document processing

Job description

Our client is one of the leading offshore fiduciary services firms.

We are seeking a highly detail-oriented and process-driven Senior Manager to join their Singapore fiduciary team and take on independent director appointments across a range of fund and corporate structures in the region.

This is a hands-on role suited to professionals with transaction banking, corporate banking, or SME banking backgrounds who are experienced in reviewing high volumes of documentation, have strong governance instincts, and can work independently with minimal supervision.

You will be responsible for managing directorship portfolios, conducting thorough document reviews, and ensuring all regulatory and compliance requirements are met with precision and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

Independent Directorship

• Serve as independent director on offshore fund structures (hedge funds, private equity, segregated portfolio companies, investment holding entities)
• Review and analyze board packs, financial statements, legal agreements, and transaction documents with exceptional accuracy
• Prepare for and chair board meetings; provide substantive oversight and governance guidance
• Ensure compliance with AML/CFT regulations, economic substance requirements, and jurisdictional governance standards

Documentation & Compliance

• Conduct detailed review of high-volume documentation including: Loan documents and credit agreements, Corporate resolutions and board minutes, Company KYC and due diligence files, Subscription agreements and side letters, Fund formation and restructuring documents
• Maintain meticulous records and filing systems; ensure all documentation is audit-ready
• Coordinate with fund administrators, legal counsel, auditors, and regulators

Risk Management & Governance

• Identify and escalate regulatory, reputational, and operational risks
• Apply governance frameworks appropriate to fund type, jurisdiction, and investor profile
• Ensure economic substance requirements are met across Cayman, BVI, and Singapore structures

Business Development (as you grow into the role)

• Support client relationship management and identify opportunities for additional services
• Represent the firm at industry forums and networking events
• Contribute to proposals and pitches for new directorship mandates

What We're Looking For

Essential Experience

• Minimum 5-7 years in one or more of the following:
• Corporate/SME/Transaction Banking – experience reviewing and processing loan documents, credit agreements, corporate resolutions, company structures, and KYC documentation
• Fund Administration – exposure to hedge funds, private equity, or investment fund operations
• Corporate Secretarial Services – hands‑on experience with offshore jurisdictions (Cayman, BVI, Singapore)
• Legal/Compliance – familiarity with fund governance, fiduciary duties, or regulatory frameworks

Core Competencies

• Exceptional attention to detail – you naturally spot errors, inconsistencies, and gaps in documentation; you take pride in precision
• High-volume document processing – comfortable managing multiple board portfolios and tight deadlines without sacrificing quality
• Independent and self-directed – you take ownership of your work, anticipate next steps, and solve problems without requiring constant oversight
• Fast learner with technical depth – able to quickly internalize fund structures, jurisdictional nuances, and compliance requirements
• Strong governance instincts – you understand fiduciary duties, conflicts of interest, and the importance of independent oversight

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with Cayman Islands, BVI, and Singapore corporate and fund regulations
• Understanding of offshore fund structures (master-feeder, segregated portfolios, umbrella funds)
• Experience liaising with regulators, auditors, and external counsel

If you have a strong transaction banking, fund administration, or corporate services background and are looking to build a career in fiduciary governance, we'd love to hear from you.