Corporate Secretary

This is an exceptional opportunity for a qualified lawyer to step into the pivotal role of Corporate Secretary within a leading insurance organisation based in BGC Taguig. As a trusted advisor and essential partner to the Board of Directors, you will play a central part in ensuring the company's compliance with all legal and regulatory obligations while fostering best practices in corporate governance.

Your expertise will be instrumental in maintaining accurate records, supporting board operations, and safeguarding vital corporate documents. This position offers the chance to work closely with senior leadership, influence strategic direction, and contribute to a culture of transparency and ethical conduct. The organisation values collaboration, professional growth, and provides a supportive environment where your legal acumen and organisational skills will be highly valued.

What You'll Do
As Corporate Secretary, you will be at the heart of the organisation's governance structure. Your day-to-day activities will involve meticulous planning of board meetings—ensuring every detail from agenda preparation to minute-taking is handled with precision. You will be responsible for maintaining an organised archive of all corporate records while acting as a reliable source of advice on compliance matters. Your ability to communicate effectively with directors, management teams, regulators, and external partners will be crucial in building trust across all levels. In addition to supporting routine operations, you will also play an active role in upholding ethical standards through oversight of whistleblowing frameworks and information security protocols. By contributing your legal knowledge to strategic initiatives such as reviewing codes of conduct or participating in policy development, you will help shape the future direction of the business while ensuring it remains compliant with evolving regulations.

• Act as the principal governance liaison between the Board of Directors, management, shareholders, regulators, and external advisors, ensuring transparent communication and alignment with statutory and fiduciary obligations.
• Administer and safeguard corporate records, including registration certificates, licences, permits, resolutions, and the company seal, while maintaining robust document retention systems that comply with statutory requirements and regulatory audits.
• Facilitate the convening of board, shareholder, and committee meetings by preparing legally compliant agendas, advising on governance procedures, and ensuring proceedings adhere to corporate law and regulatory frameworks.
• Maintain legally accurate records of board and shareholder meetings by drafting precise minutes that capture deliberations, resolutions, and directors' declarations, and ensure timely distribution to relevant parties.
• Monitor compliance with domestic and international regulatory frameworks, including timely submissions to the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), adherence to corporate governance codes, and compliance with statutes such as the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA).
• Provide legal and governance support to the Board of Directors by advising on directors' duties and liabilities, ensuring adherence to fiduciary responsibilities, and reinforcing governance best practices.
• Strengthen the company's compliance framework by implementing whistleblowing mechanisms that meet regulatory expectations, uphold confidentiality, and mitigate legal and reputational risks.

What You Bring
In this Corporate Secretary position, you will bring not only your technical legal qualifications but also your practical experience navigating complex regulatory landscapes within large organisations. Your background should include hands-on involvement in supporting boards or committees, drafting minutes that accurately capture deliberations, and managing sensitive documentation securely. You will have developed strong interpersonal skills that enable you to build rapport across diverse stakeholder groups while remaining approachable when offering guidance on governance issues. Your ability to interpret new legislation quickly ensures ongoing compliance even as rules evolve. A keen eye for detail combined with excellent time management allows you to deliver high-quality work consistently despite competing demands. Experience handling confidential matters discreetly, such as whistleblowing cases, will set you apart as someone who can be trusted with sensitive information. Above all else, your passion for upholding ethical standards aligns perfectly with this organisation's values-driven approach.

• Admission to practice law in the Philippines, or equivalent jurisdiction, with a strong preference for candidates holding experience in the insurance or financial services industries.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Philippine corporate law, SEC regulations, consumer protection statutes, data privacy requirements, and anti-corruption legislation such as the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA).
• Demonstrated experience serving as a Corporate Secretary or in a governance-focused legal capacity within a regulated industry, with a proven track record of supporting boards and management on governance matters.
• Familiarity with information security standards and data protection frameworks applicable to client and corporate data within financial services operations.
• Experience in implementing, monitoring, or overseeing whistleblowing frameworks or equivalent confidential reporting mechanisms that align with regulatory expectations.
• Proven ability to draft and review accurate governance documentation, including board and committee minutes, formal correspondence, policies, and regulatory submissions.
• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills, with the capacity to build collaborative relationships with board members, senior executives, regulators, auditors, and external advisors.
• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise competing demands and maintain accuracy under tight deadlines.
• Track record of advising on or contributing to the development of codes of conduct, compliance programmes, or internal governance policies.
• Willingness to pursue continuous professional development through participation in governance, legal, or regulatory training programmes.

What Sets This Company Apart
This organisation stands out for its unwavering dedication to integrity, transparency, and excellence in everything it does. With a reputation built on trustworthiness within the insurance sector, both locally and internationally, it offers employees not just jobs but meaningful careers where they can make lasting contributions. The workplace culture is inclusive: everyone's voice is heard regardless of background or tenure; teamwork is encouraged at every level; personal growth is supported through regular training sessions tailored towards individual aspirations; flexible working arrangements are available so you can balance professional commitments alongside personal needs; leadership is approachable yet knowledgeable—always ready to share insights gained from years spent navigating complex markets; above all there's genuine pride taken in delivering value not just for clients but also communities served by their products & services. If you're looking for more than just another job, for somewhere your efforts truly matter, this could be exactly what you've been searching for.

What's Next
If you are ready to take on this rewarding challenge where your legal expertise can make a real difference at the board level, apply now

Apply today by clicking on the link provided below; we look forward to connecting with talented professionals eager to join our client's journey towards continued success.

Due to the high volume of applications we are experiencing, our team will only be in touch with you if your application is shortlisted.