ESR Group is a leading logistics real estate platform, specializing in industrial and commercial properties.
Leads corporate governance, statutory compliance, and board support for ESR Group entities.
13 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Singapore, Singapore
Office Full-Time
Company Size
6,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Property Development
Project Management
Design
Consulting
Engineering
Construction Services
Architecture
Turnkey
Sector Specialisms
Industrial
Commercial
Logistics
Data Centres
Renewable Energy
Energy
Oil & Gas
Nuclear
Role
Description
compliance controls
entity setup
statutory filings
board coordination
data consolidation
governance liaison
Implement compliance controls in alignment with ESR Group's internal and external governance frameworks.
Assume accountability for entity setup, restructuring, dissolutions, and operational readiness.
Maintain up-to-date digital and physical statutory records, corporate registers, and constitutional documents.
Review and validate AGMs, ad hoc resolutions, and complex governance proposals to ensure full compliance.
Lead the planning, coordination, and documentation of board and committee meetings.
Ensure timely and accurate lodgement of entity changes, board resolutions, and director appointments.
Consolidate group-wide organizational data including directorships, shareholding structures, and incorporation details.
Provide other governance advice and support as may be required by Legal from time to time.
Address board inquiries, governance issues, and operational requests with agility and precision.
Lead and execute corporate secretarial governance for all ESR entities in Singapore and select offshore jurisdictions (e.g., Cayman Islands, Bermuda, Hong Kong).
Monitor timelines and escalate risks proactively to ensure business continuity and legal assurance.
Collaborate with local corporate secretarial teams on group-level governance initiatives, cross-border transactions, and alignment of practices.
Own the preparation and submission of all statutory filings, annual returns, regulatory disclosures, and constitutional recordkeeping.
Enforce proper use of seals, letterheads, and statutory disclosures per constitutional and regulatory requirements.
Oversee governance aspects of share transactions, M&A, and corporate actions in consultation with Finance and Legal.
Serve as the primary liaison for governance matters relating to Singapore-based entities and coordinate with responsible officers for other offshore jurisdictions as appropriate.
Requirements
10+ years
corporate secretarial
entity management
regulatory compliance
chartered secretary
stakeholder management
A seasoned governance professional with at least 10 years of corporate secretarial or governance experience who has a strong command of regional corporate secretarial practices and regulatory frameworks.
Proven leadership in entity management across real assets, financial services, funds management, or other regulated sectors.
Experience managing compliance with regulatory licenses preferred.
Professional qualification as Chartered Secretary, Corporate Governance Professional, or equivalent highly desirable.
Strong communicator with the ability to manage senior stakeholders and thrive under transaction-driven timelines.
Benefits
Entity Lifecycle Management
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
2011
Year Established
The company was established, marking the beginning of its journey in the logistics real estate sector.
Focus on development, ownership, and management of prime industrial and commercial properties.
Presence across Asia-Pacific and beyond, operating in key markets such as China, Japan, and Australia.
Strong financial backing and impressive portfolio, expanding global reach.
Projects include large-scale distribution centers, warehouses, and mixed-use commercial developments.
Expertise spans logistics, real estate management, and industrial property development.
Distinguished by innovative approach to sustainable and efficient property solutions.
Culture + Values
Excellence – We strive for excellence in every aspect of our business. We maintain high standards of performance and accountability, and we seek to learn, explore and improve continuously.
Inclusion – We embrace diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace. We believe trust and mutual respect among colleagues, partners and stakeholders are cornerstones of growth and success.
Entrepreneurship – Our entrepreneurial spirit reflects our passion, courage and desire to succeed and ultimately drives the creation of opportunities and the delivery of superior outcomes in a competitive marketplace.
Sustainability – Sustainability is central to our mission because we aspire to improve the environmental prospects of our planet. Our responsibilities to stakeholders, local communities and the world at large grow in tandem with our business. Accordingly, we commit to lead and embrace the highest standards of governance in forging a path to become a carbon neutral business.
Environment + Sustainability
112 MW Solar
Installed Rooftop Solar
The company has installed 112 MW of rooftop solar globally by the end of 2023.
42.8% Sustainable
Sustainable Buildings
42.8% of the company's directly-managed portfolio consists of certified or rated sustainable buildings.
98% Green Power
Operational Electricity
In Australia, 98% of operational electricity is sourced from 100% green power.
~$3Billion
Sustainability-Linked Loans
Secured approximately US$3 billion in sustainability-linked loans, reflecting strong ESG performance.
Net-zero carbon target aligned with ESG 2030 Roadmap (Scope 1, 2 and 3 through decarbonisation roadmap).
Targeting 1,000 MW of rooftop solar by 2030.
Target of 50% sustainable buildings by 2030.
Adopting TCFD-aligned climate disclosures under ISSB/IFRS S2 standards.
ESG 2030 targets include reducing energy consumption intensity across portfolio in line with net-zero commitment.
ESR Australia: AUD 500 million investment to deploy 50 MW solar, 300 MW battery + EV charging.
Achieved strong GRESB, MSCI, and Sustainalytics ESG ratings.
Inclusion & Diversity
45% Workforce Female
Gender Diversity in Workforce
The company reports that 45% of its workforce is female as of 2022, with a slight increase to approximately 47% as of 2023, reflecting progress in gender diversity efforts.
60% Female Directors
Gender Representation on Board
60% of Independent Non-Executive Directors are women as of 2022, with a notable presence of female leadership at the board level.
50/50 Gender Ratio Target
Long-term Gender Equality Goal
The company aims to achieve a 50/50 gender ratio in its workforce by 2030, underscoring its commitment to gender equality over the coming decade.
Zero Fatalities Reported
Workforce Safety Milestone
The company has achieved a significant milestone with zero workforce fatalities reported, highlighting its dedication to workplace safety.
Mandatory unconscious-bias training and creation of regional D,E&I Committees meeting quarterly or bi-monthly.