Head of Corporate Services

Management Development Institute of Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institute in Singapore is seeking a Head of Corporate Services to oversee HR, Finance, IT, and more. The role includes ensuring compliance, driving strategic planning, and fostering a high-performance culture. The ideal candidate will have at least 10 years of leadership experience and a strong understanding of the regulatory environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of progressive leadership experience in corporate services.
• Strong understanding of Singapore’s regulatory environment.
• Proven track record in budgeting and operational improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Corporate Services Division.
• Drive strategic planning and budgeting for corporate services functions.
• Foster a high-performance and values-driven culture.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Strategic Planning

Operational Improvement

Stakeholder Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, HR

Master’s degree

Job description

Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Head of Corporate Services to lead and oversee the Corporate Services functions, including HR, Finance, IT, Property Management, Corporate Administration and Corporate Management & Planning You will play a critical role in ensuring operational excellence, supporting the organization’s strategic goals, and driving process improvements across functions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the Corporate Services Division.

• Ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.

• Drive strategic planning and budgeting for corporate services functions.

• Review internal policies, systems, and processes for operational efficiency.

• Oversee vendor management and service level agreements.

• Work closely with senior leadership to support organizational priorities.

• Foster a high-performance and values-driven culture.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, HR, or related fields. Master’s degree preferred.

• Minimum 10 years of progressive leadership experience in corporate services.

• Strong understanding of Singapore’s regulatory environment.

• Proven track record in strategic planning, budgeting, and operational improvement.

• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.