Singapore- Roles of a company Secretary

The responsibilities of a company secretary in Singapore include:

  • Notifying ACRA on:
    • any changes in the director(s) of a company or particulars relating to the director(s)
    • changes to a director’s name or residential address
    • removal from office in accordance with the Act or constitution
    • disqualification from holding office
    • appointments/resignations/deaths
    • annual returns
    • change of company name
    • adoption, alteration, and revocation of the constitution; the issue of shares
    • any other changes that require updating with ACRA
  • Coordinating the publication and distribution of the company’s annual report, accounts, and interim statement; and preparing the directors’ report
  • Coordinate the board and general meetings, as well as maintain the minute’s books
  • Ensuring that the company complies with its constitution
  • Maintaining statutory registers
  • Maintaining the company’s register of members, communicate with shareholders, and implement changes in the structure of the company’s share and loan capital
  • Advising and assisting the directors with respect to their duties and responsibilities and compliance with their personal obligations under company law and, if applicable Stock Exchange requirements
  • Participating as a key member of the company team to implement corporate acquisitions and disposals
  • Act as a channel of communication and information for non-executive directors
  • Ensuring the safe custody and proper use of the company seal if provided for in the company constitution