Board Secretary, Investment Holding
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Job Description
About the Role:
We are seeking a seasoned and strategic Board Secretary to relocate to Doha, Qatar to act as a key advisor and operational anchor for our Board of Directors. This high-level administrative role is embedded at the intersection of governance, shareholder relations, and executive leadership. It demands a strong command of corporate governance frameworks, discretion in handling sensitive matters, and the ability to navigate complex situations with institutional foresight.
A legal background and a relevant degree are essential, as the role requires a solid understanding of legal frameworks, regulatory requirements, and board governance. Prior experience working in a legal or corporate secretarial capacity at a senior level is strongly preferred.
As a direct liaison between the Board, shareholders, and senior management, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the Group's long-term vision and ensuring alignment across its subsidiaries and portfolio entities. You will also be instrumental in implementing best-in-class governance practices across the holding structure, reinforcing transparency, accountability, and compliance at all levels.
Key Responsibilities:
We are seeking a seasoned and strategic Board Secretary to relocate to Doha, Qatar to act as a key advisor and operational anchor for our Board of Directors. This high-level administrative role is embedded at the intersection of governance, shareholder relations, and executive leadership. It demands a strong command of corporate governance frameworks, discretion in handling sensitive matters, and the ability to navigate complex situations with institutional foresight.
A legal background and a relevant degree are essential, as the role requires a solid understanding of legal frameworks, regulatory requirements, and board governance. Prior experience working in a legal or corporate secretarial capacity at a senior level is strongly preferred.
As a direct liaison between the Board, shareholders, and senior management, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the Group's long-term vision and ensuring alignment across its subsidiaries and portfolio entities. You will also be instrumental in implementing best-in-class governance practices across the holding structure, reinforcing transparency, accountability, and compliance at all levels.
Key Responsibilities:
- Coordinate and lead the preparation and execution of Board of Directors and shareholder meetings, ensuring efficiency and governance compliance.
- Draft, review, and maintain official meeting documentation, including agendas, resolutions, and minutes with legal precision.
- Oversee the timely flow of information between Board members, shareholders, and executive leadership to facilitate informed decision-making.
- Serve as the central point of contact for all shareholder communications, ensuring clarity, confidentiality, and responsiveness.
- Ensure adherence to international governance standards, internal control frameworks, and local regulatory requirements.
- Maintain the integrity of corporate records, charters, and policies across the Group and its affiliates.
- Provide advisory support in resolving complex corporate, regulatory, or shareholder-related matters.
- Drive the design and rollout of consistent governance procedures across the holding companys operating companies.
- LLB
- Minimum 15 years of progressive leadership experience in senior-level roles across legal, corporate governance, or executive office domains, with at least part of this experience in a holding or investment group context.
- Proven track record of operating at the C-suite or Board level, supporting or advising shareholders, board chairs, or group general counsel.
- Deep expertise in global corporate governance standards and board operations.
- Strong interpersonal, diplomatic, and communication skills capable of managing sensitive stakeholder relationships with professionalism and discretion.
- Fluent in English.
- A proactive mindset, high attention to detail, and the ability to manage ambiguity in fast-moving corporate environments.
- The opportunity to contribute to strategic governance initiatives at the heart of a prominent investment group
- A collaborative and high-performance work environment with direct exposure to Board-level decision-making.
- Competitive compensation and benefits package tailored to senior-level executives.
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Job Detail
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Job IdJD1875523
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IndustryNot mentioned
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Total Positions1
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Job Type:Full Time
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Salary:Not mentioned
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Employment StatusPermanent
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Job LocationDubai, United Arab Emirates
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EducationNot mentioned