Senior Corporate Secretarial & Governance Lead

Grant Thornton Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Grant Thornton Singapore is seeking an experienced Corporate Secretarial Manager to lead a team delivering governance and advisory services for a portfolio of clients in Singapore.

You will oversee compliance with the Companies Act and ACRA requirements, mentor team members, review statutory filings, and advise clients on governance best practices while maintaining high service standards.

Qualifications

• Degree or professional qualification; diploma may be considered with substantial experience.
• Chartered Secretary qualification or pursuing recognised corporate secretarial qualification preferred.
• Minimum 8 years in corporate secretarial services with at least 3 years in a managerial/supervisory role.
• Strong knowledge of the Singapore Companies Act, subsidiary legislation, ACRA compliance and regulatory frameworks.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee a portfolio of clients by providing corporate secretarial, incorporation, governance and advisory services while ensuring high standards of service delivery.
• Oversee the delivery of corporate secretarial and governance services to ensure compliance with Singapore Companies Act, ACRA requirements and regulatory obligations.
• Lead and supervise the corporate secretarial team with guidance, coaching, and development feedback.
• Review corporate secretarial documentation, statutory records and filings for accuracy, quality and compliance.
• Advise clients on the Companies Act, governance and corporate secretarial best practices.
• Oversee client due diligence (CDD), onboarding and ongoing monitoring in line with regulatory requirements.
• Monitor regulatory developments and provide guidance to clients and team on implications.
• Manage client relationships as a trusted business advisor, ensuring satisfaction and identifying value-added opportunities.
• Liaise with statutory bodies, banks and third-party partners as required.
• Collaborate with other service lines for integrated solutions and business development.
• Drive process and workflow improvements to enhance efficiency and service quality.
• Perform incidental duties and special projects as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Client servicing

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Analytical abilities

Education

Degree or professional qualification

Chartered Secretary qualification preferred

Job description

Grant Thornton Singapore is seeking an experienced Corporate Secretarial Manager to lead a team delivering governance and advisory services for a portfolio of clients in Singapore.

You will oversee compliance with the Companies Act and ACRA requirements, mentor team members, review statutory filings, and advise clients on governance best practices while maintaining high service standards.