Corporate Secretary (Maternity Cover)

JLL supports the Whole You, personally and professionally.

Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology to our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people in our industry; and we support them through professional growth, flexibility, and personalized benefits to manage life in and outside of work. Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades, and technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, we empower you to shape a brighter way forward so you can thrive professionally and personally.

Company & Regional Overview

LaSalle is a global real estate investment manager where exceptional investment talent, deep market and sector expertise, and data-driven intelligence are applied through a disciplined fair-value framework. Enhanced by industry-leading research and sustainability insights, we deliver outperformance that meets investor needs for income, growth, and diversification.

We are the investment division of JLL, and our capabilities are supported by the scale of our global platform and the JLL ecosystem, providing us access to a network of global relationships, powerful analytics, market-leading insights, and cutting-edge technology. As part of JLL, we've been recognized as both a World's Most Ethical and World's Most Admired company.

What drives us most is knowing our decisions improve lives and strengthen communities. Through our Culture of Care, we keep people at the heart of business. We also invest in our own people’s growth through our 'Steer Your Career' strategy, empowering customized career journeys and developing managers into coaches, mentors and leaders.

At LaSalle, your perspective and contributions drive meaningful impact. Build your career with an investment management company committed to clients, communities, and each other.

Position Overview: We are seeking an experienced Corporate Secretary (Maternity Cover - 6 months) to join our Legal and Compliance team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the creation, maintenance, and dissolution of corporate and client vehicles incorporated in Singapore and elsewhere, ensuring compliance with all relevant laws and regulations.

Responsibilities: Working with external service providers, manage the creation of new corporate entities, including preparation and filing of necessary documentation.

Maintain accurate and up-to-date corporate records for all entities.

Ensure compliance with applicable statutory requirements and internal policies.

Coordinate with external service providers on annual filings, returns, and other regulatory submissions.

Oversee the dissolution process for corporate and client vehicles when required.

Liaise with internal stakeholders (including Investor Accounting and Finance, Corporate Finance and Tax), external corporate secretarial service providers, external legal counsel, and regulatory bodies as needed.

Provide guidance on corporate governance matters to senior management and directors and officers of corporate and client vehicles.

Prepare and review board resolutions, minutes, and other corporate documents as and when required.

Manage corporate seals and share certificates.

Maintenance of corporate records and entity management system.

Stay informed about changes in relevant laws and regulations across major jurisdictions in Asia Pacific as well as Cayman Islands and British Virgin Islands.

Required Qualifications & Experience: Minimum 6 years of relevant work experience, preferably within a multinational organization.

Professional qualification in Company Secretarial practice preferred (e.g. ISCA / CGI).

Experience in international corporate and fund structuring preferred.

Basic knowledge of corporate tax principles (e.g. relating to board meetings and composition).

Familiarity with AML and KYC procedures preferred.

Strong communications, project management and liaison skills.

Good working knowledge of corporate law and governance practices.

Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and familiarity with entity management software

Outstanding written and verbal communication skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

At JLL, we harness the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to efficiently accelerate meaningful connections between candidates and opportunities. Using AI capabilities, we analyze your application for relevant skills, experiences, and qualifications to generate valuable insights about how your unique profile aligns with the specific requirements of the role you're pursuing.

If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements below. We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!

JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health.

About JLL –

We’re JLL—a leading professional services and investment management firm specializing in real estate. We have operations in over 80 countries and a workforce of over 102,000 individuals around the world who help real estate owners, occupiers and investors achieve their business ambitions. As a global Fortune 500 company, we also have an inherent responsibility to drive sustainability and corporate social responsibility. That’s why we’re committed to our purpose to shape the future of real estate for a better world. We’re using the most advanced technology to create rewarding opportunities, amazing spaces and sustainable real estate solutions for our clients, our people, and our communities.

Our core values of teamwork, ethics and excellence are also fundamental to everything we do and we’re honored to be recognized with awards for our success by organizations both globally and locally.

Creating a diverse and inclusive culture where we all feel welcomed, valued and empowered to achieve our full potential is important to who we are today and where we’re headed in the future. And we know that unique backgrounds, experiences and perspectives help us think bigger, spark innovation and succeed together.