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Corporate Secretary Job Description

A Corporate Secretary's day-to-day work in Admin & Support centres on Compliance, Excel and Audit. In the GCC market, this role is actively hired across Qatar, UAE with 2 recent postings.

Gulf postings
2
Active markets
2
Typical experience
5+ years
In brief

A Corporate Secretary in the GCC region requires communication, compliance, Excel, PowerPoint, word. Employers typically expect 5+ years of experience for Admin & Support roles at this level. This role is in demand across the Gulf Cooperation Council countries.

Corporate Secretary salary in the UAE

Median monthly gross in AED for a mid-level Corporate Secretary. See the full breakdown by country and seniority.

25th percentile
13,000
Median
19,500
75th percentile
28,500

Key responsibilities

  • 01Prepare and manage board meeting schedules, notices, agendas, and board packs.
  • 02Record, draft, and maintain minutes of Board and Committee meetings.
  • 03Maintain statutory registers, compliance records, resolutions, and corporate documentation.
  • 04Ensure compliance with company policies, governance requirements, and regulatory filings.
  • 05Prepare corporate reports, resolutions, power of attorney, and legal correspondence as required.
  • 06Liaise with legal counsel, government entities, auditors, and regulatory bodies.
  • 07Support the Director in governance updates, compliance calendars, and board
  • 08Manage and coordinate the Director’s calendar, appointments, meetings, and executive tasks.
  • 09Handle confidential information with absolute discretion and professionalism.
  • 10Conduct research, prepare strategic reports, financial summaries, and corporate documentation.

Required qualifications

  • : MBA in Business Administration, Management, or Corporate Governance (required).
  • : Bachelor’s degree in Business, Law, Psychology, Corporate Secretary or related field.
  • : Minimum 5+ years supporting C
  • : level executives in multinational or corporate environments.
  • : Proven experience in corporate secretarial work, governance, compliance, or administrative management.
  • : Experience managing board
  • : level communication, minutes, and corporate records.
  • : Strong background in executive support, project coordination, and office administration.

Preferred qualifications

  • : Certification in corporate governance or secretarial practice is an advantage.
  • : Doha: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)
  • : level executives in multinational or corporate : 5 years (Preferred)
  • : 75% (Preferred)

Education requirements

  • : Bachelor's degree

Required skills

communicationcomplianceexcelpowerpointwordoutlookleadershipanalytical

Preferred skills

presentationstrategic planningenglisherpauditiso

Tools & technologies

excelpowerpointerpzoomteams

Hiring companies we see

  • HVQ Holding LLC
  • AJURE ADVOCATES & CO

Hired across

  • Qatar
  • United Arab Emirates

FAQ

  • What does a Corporate Secretary do in the GCC?

    A Corporate Secretary in the GCC performs core duties related to communication, compliance, Excel, adapted to the regional business environment and regulatory framework.

  • What qualifications do I need to be a Corporate Secretary?

    Typically a Bachelor's degree is required, with 5+ years of experience in the field.

  • What is the demand for Corporate Secretary in the GCC?

    The role is actively hired across Qatar, UAE, with consistent demand from both local and multinational employers.

  • What skills are needed for a Corporate Secretary role?

    Key skills include communication, compliance, Excel, PowerPoint, word, outlook, along with strong communication and teamwork abilities.

  • Do I need Arabic to work as a Corporate Secretary in the GCC?

    Arabic language proficiency is often preferred but not always required. It depends on the employer, sector, and client-facing nature of the role.

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