Executive, Corporate Secretarial

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IQ-EQ in Dubai is seeking an Executive, Corporate Secretarial to own end-to-end governance and compliance for client portfolios, including board and shareholder meetings, resolutions, statutory filings, corporate actions, AML/KYC checks, regulatory reporting, and records management across systems. You will coordinate with legal, accounting, regulators and external stakeholders, drive process improvements, and coach junior colleagues while delivering high quality client service. The ideal candidate has 2+ years in a similar role, a relevant degree or ICSA, and partial ACA/ACCA (minimum Level 2), plus practical corporate administration and knowledge of the Companies Act and Financial Services Act, ideally with Microgen 5Series experience. To apply, tailor your CV to demonstrate governance delivery, stakeholder influence, and proactive problem solving, and show how you balance accuracy with speed, collaboration with leadership, and a customer-focused mindset.

Company Description

ABOUT IQ-EQ  

We’re a leading Investor Services group offering end-to-end services in administration, accounting, reporting, regulatory and compliance needs of the investment sector worldwide.  We employ a global workforce of 6,500+ people across 25  jurisdictions and have assets under administration (AUA) exceeding US$857 billion. We work with 13 of the world’s top-15 private equity firms.  

Our services are underpinned by a Group-wide commitment to ESG and best-in-class technology including a global data platform and innovative proprietary tools supported by in-house experts.  

Above all, what makes us different is our people. Operating as trusted partners to our clients, we deliver intelligent solutions through a combination of technical expertise and strong relationships based on deep client understanding.  

We’re driven by our Group purpose, to power people and possibilities.  

Job Description

THIS ROLE 

A comprehensive corporate secretarial and compliance role responsible for managing end‑to‑end governance, regulatory, and administrative activities across client portfolios, ensuring high‑quality service delivery, full regulatory compliance, efficient operational processes, and effective support to management and junior team members

WHAT YOU WILL DO  

• You’ll manage and deliver complex corporate secretarial and governance tasks, including board and shareholder meetings, resolutions, statutory filings, and maintaining accurate records across systems and client files
• You’ll oversee corporate actions and transactions (e.g., share distributions, auditor changes, bank account setups, investments), coordinating with legal, accounting, regulators, and external stakeholders
• You’ll ensure strong compliance by performing AML/KYC/CDD checks, supporting regulatory reporting, maintaining risk tools, and ensuring adherence to applicable laws, policies, and governance frameworks
• You’ll support operational effectiveness by handling payments, invoicing, cash collection, insurance processes, reporting, and system updates while identifying and driving process improvements
• You’ll deliver high-quality client service by coaching junior team members, supporting management on projects and inspections, proactively resolving issues, and demonstrating strong organisation, communication, accuracy, and ownership

WHAT WE OFFER 

• Base Salary: Competitive salary based on role, qualifications, experience, and market standards
• Annual Bonus: Performance-based discretionary bonus paid annually
• Referral Rewards: AED 2,000 bonus for successful employee referrals after probation
• Pension / End of Service Benefits: Contribution to DEWS scheme or gratuity as per UAE regulations
• Insurance Benefits: Comprehensive private medical insurance for employees
• Additional Benefits: 24 days leave, hybrid working, flexible work options, family leave, and professional development support

Qualifications

ABOUT YOU

• You hold a relevant qualification, such as a degree, ICSA certification, or are partly qualified ACA/ACCA (minimum Level 2)
• You have at least 2 years of experience in a similar role, ideally within a global business environment
• You have practical experience in corporate administration and secretarial matters.
• You possess sound knowledge of the Companies Act, Financial Services Act, and relevant legislation applicable to global business in Mauritius
• You have working knowledge of systems such as Microgen 5Series to support efficient administration and reporting

Additional Information

OUR COMMITMENT TO YOU AND THE ENVIRONMENT  

Sustainability is integral to our strategy and operations. Our sustainability depends on us building and maintaining long-term relationships with all our stakeholders – including our employees, clients, and local communities – while also reducing our impact on our natural environment.   

There is always more we can, and should do, to improve – whether in relation to our people, our clients, our planet, or our governance. Our ongoing success as a business depends on our sustainability and agility in a changing and challenging global landscape. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and diverse culture for our people, led by our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion steering committee.  

Our learning and development programmes and systems (including PowerU and MyCampus) enable us to invest in growing our employees’ careers, while our hybrid working approach supports our employees in achieving balance and flexibility while remaining connected to their colleagues. We want to empower our 6,500+ employees - from 94 nationalities, across 25 countries - to each achieve their potential.  Through IQ-EQ Launchpad we support women managers launching their first fund, in an environment where only 15% of all private equity and venture capital firms are gender balanced.   

We’re committed to growing relationships with our clients and supporting them in achieving their objectives. We understand that our clients’ sustainability and success leads to our sustainability and success. We’re emotionally invested in our clients right from the beginning.