Head of Legal and Secretarial

Head of Legal and Secretarial

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A finance institution is looking to hire a Head of Legal & Secretarial to lead board governance, regulatory committee secretariat, and group corporate secretarial functions. This is a high‑impact leadership role supporting the Board of Directors and senior management while safeguarding best‑in‑class governance standards across the group.

Your new role

  • Lead governance support for the Board; uphold the highest standards of corporate governance.

  • Establish, maintain, and enhance group‑wide governance policies, frameworks, and practices.

  • Advise the Board and senior management on governance, regulatory, and listing compliance matters.

  • Maintain and manage the Group Governance Model to ensure clarity of mandates and effective decision‑making.

  • Oversee corporate secretarial services for the listed entity and subsidiaries; ensure compliance with all applicable laws, rules, and listing requirements.

What you'll need to succeed

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Law; bar admission preferred.

  • 15+ years’ legal experience in capital markets/financial services, including 5+ years in a managerial role.

  • Strong knowledge of Malaysian capital markets, corporate governance, securities laws, and listing requirements.

What you'll get in return

  • Ability to shape the financial industry

  • Involved in high value transactions

  • Great Benefits

What you need to do now


If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

Summary

Job Type
Permanent
Industry
Banking & Financial Services
Location
Malaysia
Specialism
Legal
Ref:
1284134

Talk to a consultant

Talk to Aneera Zaharin, the specialist consultant managing this position, located in Kuala Lumpur
Level 26, Menara 3, Petronas

Telephone: +60 3-7890 4405

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