Senior Associate, Corporate Secretarial Services

Acclime; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Acclime in Singapore is seeking a Senior Associate, Corporate Secretarial Services to join our growing team. You will manage a portfolio of Singapore-incorporated private companies, foreign branches and VCCs, handling corporate secretarial duties and statutory lodgements.

You will monitor compliance calendars, liaise with auditors and stakeholders, supervise junior staff, review work for accuracy, and advise clients on work passes and related passes. Independence balanced with teamwork.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years’ relevant experience in a corporate secretarial firm.
• ICSA/CGI Graduate preferred or Degree in Business Studies or Accounting.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of clients including Singapore incorporated private companies, foreign companies (branches) and variable capital companies (VCCs).
• Handle complete scope of corporate secretarial duties including company incorporation, strike off, drafting of resolutions, maintaining statutory registers and lodgements with ACRA.
• Monitor compliance calendars and ensure timely compliance with statutory requirements of Singapore Companies Act, VCC Act and government legislations.
• Liaise with auditors, accountants and other stakeholders.
• Provide day‑to‑day supervision, guidance, and mentoring to Corporate Services Associate.
• Review work prepared by Associate to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with internal standards.
• Advise and assist clients on matters concerning work pass and related passes.
• Other corporate or ad‑hoc duties as assigned.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Client service orientation

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Independent work

Education

ICSA/CGI Graduate preferred

Degree in Business Studies or Accounting

Job description

At Acclime, we help businesses navigate Asia’s diverse markets with practical, hands‑on support. With a presence in 18+ markets and a growing team of 1,800+ professionals in the fields of accounting, tax, fund administration, corporate secretarial, payroll and advisory services – making it the fastest growing firm in the sector.

Joining Acclime means being part of a high‑growth, collaborative environment where your work makes a real impact. Whether you are an experienced professional or just starting out, you will have the chance to grow, take on leadership roles, and thrive in a company that values agility and teamwork.

We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as Senior Associate, Corporate Secretarial Services.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of clients including Singapore incorporated private companies, foreign companies (branches) and variable capital companies (VCCs).
• Handle complete scope of corporate secretarial duties including but not limited to company incorporation, company strike off, drafting of routine directors’ and shareholders’ resolutions, maintaining statutory registers and records, and lodgements with ACRA.
• Monitor compliance calendars and ensure timely compliance with statutory requirements of the Singapore Companies Act, VCC Act and relevant government legislations.
• Liaise with auditors, accountants and other relevant stakeholders.
• Provide day‑to‑day supervision, guidance, and mentoring to Corporate Services Associate.
• Review work prepared by Associate to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with internal standards.
• Advise and assist clients on matters concerning work pass and related passes.
• Other corporate or ad‑hoc duties as and when assigned.

Key Requirements

• At least 2-3 years’ relevant experience in a corporate secretarial firm.
• ICSA/CGI Graduate preferred / Degree in Business Studies or Accounting.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong stakeholder management and client service orientation.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.