Corporate Governance & Process Improvement Specialist

Terumo Asia Pacific; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Terumo Asia Pacific, located in Singapore, is seeking a dedicated professional to enhance corporate governance and risk management processes. This pivotal role encompasses managing governance documentation, optimizing workflows, and overseeing Board meetings. Candidates should possess a bachelor's degree and a minimum of 3 years' experience in corporate governance or related fields.

We are particularly interested in individuals with strong communication skills, a proactive attitude, and regional experience in APAC regulatory frameworks. Join us in our mission to contribute effectively to healthcare governance.

Qualifications

• More than 3 years of relevant experience with corporate governance, corporate secretarial, or risk management.
• Experience in SOP drafting, workflow mapping, and process improvement.
• Excellent working knowledge of English (written and spoken).

Responsibilities

• Support development of governance policies and internal approval rules.
• Manage lifecycle of governance documents and provide training to stakeholders.
• Coordinate Board of Directors meetings and maintain corporate records.

Skills

Corporate governance knowledge

Risk management frameworks

Excellent communication skills in English

Organizational skills

Self-driven

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, law, finance, or related discipline

Job description

As a global medical device company originating from Japan, we pursue reliable quality and technology to contribute to healthcare in more than 160 countries and regions around the globe. We promise to walk alongside healthcare professionals to continue to make great contribution to society, now and into the future.

Summary of the Role

This position is pivotal in upholding corporate governance, compliance, and risk management across the Terumo Asia Holdings (TAP) region. Beyond corporate governance and secretariat responsibilities, this role will drive the redesign, documentation, and continuous improvement of governance‑related processes and SOPs across the region. Additionally, the incumbent will support the leadership team through governance processes and coordinate Board of Directors (BOD) meetings and Annual General Meetings (AGMs).

Key Functions / Responsibilities

Corporate Governance, Policy & Document Management

• Support the development, review, and alignment of governance policies, internal approval rules, and Terumo Group Policies
• Manage lifecycle of governance documents including drafting, routing, approvals and archival
• Provide guidance and training to internal stakeholders on governance requirements and ensure adherence across multiple TAP entities

Process Improvement, SOP Development and Workflow Automation

• Lead the review, redesign, and optimisation of governance‑related processes (e.g., Board governance cycle, entity compliance routines, document management, purchase approvals)
• Develop, standardise, and publish SOPs for governance processes, ensuring clarity, efficiency, and ease of adoption across all TAP entities
• Support Finance on global financial closing enhancement project, coordinating data submissions, partnering with cross‑border teams and supporting PMO activities where required
• Drive the development and rollout of regional corporate approval system. This includes gathering business requirements, mapping workflows, defining user stories, coordinating with ICT and vendors, conducting testing and leading training and adoption across all entities
• Map current workflows, identify gaps, and implement improved future‑state processes

Corporate Secretariat, Statutory Compliance and Reporting Coordination

• Corporate secretarial duties and coordination for BODs and AGMS, including regulatory obligations such as filing annual returns, changes in directors, registered office, and board resolutions
• Coordinate Board and Shareholder Meetings, including agenda setting, reviewing materials, compiling deliverables, preparing minutes, and tracking follow‑up actions
• Maintain corporate records including constitutions, certificates, shareholder registers, service agreements, and related legal documents
• Prepare presentation materials, dashboards, and updates for regional governance meetings

Risk Management, Crisis Management & Business Continuity

• Support enterprise risk management initiatives, including risk identification, assessment, tracking mitigation actions and preparing regional‑level submissions to Terumo Corporation
• Lead crisis management and business continuity documentation, testing, and reporting
• Monitor developments on documented risks and maintain related risk platforms

Functional / Technical Skills

• Good knowledge of corporate governance and risk management frameworks
• Excellent communication skills in English, both written and verbal
• Self‑driven, committed to continuous improvement, and aligned with Terumo’s core values
• “Hands on” attitude with a high level of initiative and drive
• Ability to work independently and effectively under pressure and meeting tight deadlines
• Excellent organizational, policy and document management skills
• Ability to develop professional relationships across the business units and country entities

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in business, law, finance, or related discipline
• More than 3 years of relevant experience with corporate governance, corporate secretarial, risk management or process improvement
• Experience in SOP drafting, workflow mapping, and process improvement
• Experience working in Big 4 companies would be advantageous
• Experience in implementing and maintaining corporate approval system is highly advantageous
• Regional experience and familiarity with APAC regulatory environments will be an added advantage
• Excellent working knowledge of English (written and spoken)