Corporate Secretarial Manager

MOORES ROWLAND SOLUTIONS PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading corporate services firm in Singapore is seeking an experienced Corporate Secretarial Manager to lead its corporate secretarial function. This role involves overseeing compliance with Singapore's Companies Act, managing client relationships, and leading a team of associates. The ideal candidate should have an ICSA qualification and 5 years of corporate secretarial experience, including 2 years in a managerial role. Excellent leadership and communication skills are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of corporate secretarial experience in a professional services or corporate environment.
• At least 2 years in a managerial or supervisory role.
• Good knowledge of the Singapore Companies Act and ACRA requirements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee clients' compliance with regulatory and statutory requirements under the Companies Act 1967.
• Manage a portfolio of clients and act as their key point of contact.
• Supervise a team of corporate secretarial associates and executives.

Skills

Leadership skills

Client management

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

ICSA qualification or equivalent

Tools

BizFile+

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Corporate Secretarial Manager to lead and manage the corporate secretarial function of our firm. The ideal candidate will oversee a portfolio of clients, ensure compliance with the Singapore Companies Act 1967, ACRA filing requirements, and other statutory obligations. This role requires a good understanding of corporate regulatory, leadership skills, and the ability to manage client relationships professionally and effectively.

Key Responsibilities

Corporate Compliance & Advisory

• Oversee and ensure clients’ compliance of regulatory and statutory requirements under the Companies Act 1967, ACRA, and other relevant authorities.
• Oversee the supervision of staff, review work perform by subordinates to ensure the compliance of the regulatory and statutory requirements under the Companies Act 1967.
• Provides guidance to subordinates on the areas of the work involving judgement and complexity
• Coordinate preparation and lodgment of annual returns and other filings via BizFile+.

Client Relationship Management

• Manage a portfolio of local and international clients, acting as their key point of contact for corporate secretarial matters.
• Provide timely, accurate, and practical advice to clients on regulatory changes and compliance implications.
• Liaise with auditors, lawyers, tax advisors, and government agencies when required.

Leadership & Team Management

• Supervise, coach, and mentor a team of corporate secretarial associates and executives.
• Manage a full spectrum of corporate secretarial management of the department.
• Provide internal training and technical updates on regulatory and filing changes.
• Foster open communication within the team and inspire collaboration through active engagement.

Process & Quality Improvement

• Participate in providing input for implementation of efficient processes to enhance workflow, compliance monitoring and record management.
• Stay updated on legislative developments, corporate governance reforms, and ACRA guidelines.
• Contribute to digital transformation and automation initiatives in corporate compliance management.

QUALIFICATIONS :

• ICSA qualification, ACIS, SAICSA, or equivalent professional certification.
• Minimum 5 years of corporate secretarial experience in a professional services or corporate environment, with at least 2 years in a managerial or supervisory role.
• Good knowledge of the Singapore Companies Act, ACRA requirements.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in BizFile+ and basic presentation skills (training will be provided).
• Strong leadership, organisation, and client management skills.