Board And Corporate Secretary

Job Description

Board & Corporate Secretary

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary liaison with the Board of Directors and its committees, ensuring timely scheduling, agenda preparation, and accurate minute-taking in both Arabic and English.
• Oversee the organisations compliance with UAE corporate law, statutory requirements, and best practices relating to company secretarial matters.
• Draft, review, and translate meeting materials and official correspondence, ensuring documents meet required legal standards in both languages.
• Maintain statutory registers, records, and filings in accordance with UAE legal obligations.
• Facilitate the onboarding and training of new Board members to ensure clear understanding of governance processes and legal duties.
• Act as primary point of contact for government authorities and external counsel on all corporate governance and legal matters.
• Support the senior management team with ad hoc problem solving related to corporate and regulatory requirements.
• Proactively identify risks and implement solutions to uphold legal and ethical standards.
• Essential Skills: UAE Corporate Law, Arabic, and English
• Expert knowledge of UAE corporate law and company secretarial practices.
• Fluency in Arabic and English, both written and spoken, with ability to draft and review legal and board documents to a high standard in both languages.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills; able to interpret complex legal issues and develop suitable solutions.
• High degree of flexibility and adaptability to the evolving needs of a start-up environment.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work effectively across multiple departments and external parties.

Qualifications & Experience for Board Secretary (UAE)

• Relevant university degree in Law, Corporate Governance, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience as a Board or Corporate Secretary, preferably within the UAE or GCC region.
• Demonstrated experience managing board processes and statutory filings in line with UAE corporate requirements.
• Previous experience in a start-up or fast-growth aviation, logistics, or transport business is desirable.
• Proficient in standard office software and document management systems.
• What We Offer: Inclusion, Professional Growth, and a Pioneering Team
• An inclusive, gender-neutral workplace committed to equal opportunities and professional development.
• The chance to actively shape a new business at the forefront of cargo aviation in the UAE.
• Competitive compensation and opportunities for ongoing training and growth within a fast-moving sector.
• If you meet the criteria and are passionate about supporting governance and compliance in a dynamic aviation business, we welcome your application.

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