Head of Corporate Affairs and Governance (Global Professional Services)

Cornerstone Global Partners; Singapore; On-site; SGD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading corporate services provider in Singapore seeks a Head of Corporate Affairs and Governance to strengthen governance and compliance frameworks across multiple jurisdictions. The role demands extensive experience in governance, stakeholder reporting, and risk management while fostering a culture of integrity and ethical leadership.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of senior-level experience in governance/compliance.
• Deep understanding of AML/CFT frameworks and company law.
• Strong leadership in cross-functional compliance teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the Group’s governance framework.
• Oversee AML/CFT policy implementation and compliance monitoring.
• Lead oversight of nominee director appointments and fiduciary supervision.

Skills

Governance

Compliance

Risk Management

Stakeholder Reporting

Ethical Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Law, Business, Finance

Certifications in compliance or governance

Job description

Key Highlights

• Executive leadership role overseeing governance, compliance, and nominee director operations across a multi-market platform.

• Key partner to the CEO and Group leadership in shaping and maintaining a strong regulatory and governance culture.

• High-impact role with group-wide responsibility across multiple jurisdictions and cross-border entities.

About the Client

Our client is a leading regional provider of corporate and professional services with a strong footprint across Asia Pacific. As the business continues to scale and navigate increasing regulatory complexities, they are seeking a Head of Corporate Affairs and Governance to bolster governance structures, reinforce compliance frameworks, and oversee the nominee director function regionally.

Key Responsibilities

• Governance & Risk Management: Develop and maintain the Group’s governance framework, ensuring clear segregation of duties and strong internal controls across compliance, CRM, and nominee services.

• Compliance Leadership: Oversee AML/CFT policy implementation, compliance monitoring, and consistency across jurisdictions; lead internal training and regulatory updates.

• Nominee Director Oversight: Lead the governance structure and ongoing oversight of nominee director (ND) appointments, ensuring alignment with fiduciary, legal, and regulatory expectations.

• Fiduciary Supervision: Ensure CRMs acting as nominee directors are well-supported, compliant with mandates, and regularly evaluated.

• Client Onboarding Oversight: Supervise the onboarding team to ensure accurate and risk-based KYC processes aligned with group policy and legal standards.

• MSA (Master Service Agreement) Governance: Ensure contracts meet legal, data protection, and business requirements; monitor client compliance and manage risk areas.

• Internal Controls: Lead efforts in policy development and internal reviews to ensure audit readiness and group-wide procedural consistency.

• Cross-Border Compliance Alignment: Work closely with compliance teams across multiple jurisdictions to drive regulatory alignment within the Group.

• Stakeholder Reporting: Provide regular governance and compliance reporting to the CEO and senior management.

• Culture of Integrity: Promote ethical leadership, professional independence, and a strong compliance-driven culture throughout the organization.

Key Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Business, Finance, or related discipline with certifications in compliance or governance (e.g., ICA, CAMS, ICSA) are advantageous.

• Minimum 10 years of senior-level experience in governance, regulatory compliance, or fiduciary roles, preferably in a multi-jurisdictional professional services or financial services setting.

• Deep understanding of AML/CFT frameworks, nominee structures, and company law in Singapore and regional markets.

• Strong track record in leading cross-functional teams and aligning compliance with business goals.

• High level of integrity, sound judgement, and commitment to ethical leadership and regulatory excellence.

To apply, please send your updated resume to Nabilla Aziz (Reg No.: R22105420) at [e-mail] quoting the job title or quickly fill out the application form below. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Information provided in this advertisement is for recruitment purposes only.

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