Assistant Company Secretary

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Singapore, SGP
Hybrid
Senior level
Fintech • Mobile • Payments • Software • Financial Services
Wise is one of the fastest growing fintechs in the world and we’re on a mission to make money without borders a new norm
The Role
Supports governance and company secretarial services for Wise’s APAC legal entities. Responsibilities include managing a portfolio of Pacific entities, maintaining statutory and governance compliance, supporting governance projects, monitoring regulatory developments, advising stakeholders, coordinating external providers, and administering Diligent Boards and Diligent Entities.
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Company Description

Wise is a global technology company, building the best way to move and manage the world’s money.
Min fees. Max ease. Full speed.

Whether people and businesses are sending money to another country, spending abroad, or making and receiving international payments, Wise is on a mission to make their lives easier and save them money.

As part of our team, you will be helping us create an entirely new network for the world's money.
For everyone, everywhere.

More about our mission and what we offer.

Job Description

The Assistant Company Secretary will support the APAC Company Secretariat team in delivering best practice governance for our APAC entities as well as ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation/regulation. 

The position will require a company secretary with a minimum of 7 years experience who will be able to work efficiently in an expanding ambitious company. 

Key Responsibilities of the Role:   

  • To provide a full governance and secretarial service to the APAC legal entities 
  • To own a portfolio of APAC legal entities (Pacific) and provide full Company Secretariat support
  • Help to design and deliver corporate governance and company secretarial standards 
  • Be involved in governance projects that sit across the APAC and Global Company Secretariat team
  • Interact with stakeholders on all aspects of corporate governance
  • Horizon scan to ensure APAC is to up to date with all relevant developments in company secretarial practice, law and regulation and support the APAC Company Secretary in developing best practice as a result of these changes
  • Contribute to Legal team strategy and planning
  • Liaise with contacts and external service providers for Company Secretariat
  • Be responsible for the Pacific entities on Diligent entities and Diligent Boards
  • Any other relevant duties

Qualifications

What we are looking for:

  • CGI qualified or international equivalent with 7 years experience
  • Experience gained in an international financial services, professional services provider or technology company would be beneficial
  • Understanding of how to navigate the requirements of a growing dynamic company 
  • Experience of using Diligent Boards and Diligent Entities preferred
  • Commercial and business awareness
  • Be able to come into the office three days a week
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills at all levels
  • Confident and approachable
  • Ability to be able to prioritise appropriately
  • Flexible and hands-on approach to duties
  • Attention to detail
  • Good team player

Preferred Qualifications:

  • CGI qualified or international equivalent with 7 years experience (Part qualified also considered)

Additional Information

For everyone, everywhere. We're people building money without borders  — without judgement or prejudice, too. We believe teams are strongest when they are diverse, equitable and inclusive.

We're proud to have a truly international team, and we celebrate our differences.
Inclusive teams help us live our values and make sure every Wiser feels respected, empowered to contribute towards our mission and able to progress in their careers.

If you want to find out more about what it's like to work at Wise visit Wise.Jobs.

Keep up to date with life at Wise by following us on LinkedIn and Instagram.

Skills Required

  • Minimum 7 years of company secretarial experience
  • CGI qualification or international equivalent
  • Ability to work in the office three days per week
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Commercial and business awareness
  • Ability to prioritize appropriately
  • Flexible, hands-on approach and attention to detail
  • Experience in an international financial services, professional services, or technology company
  • Experience using Diligent Boards and Diligent Entities
  • Part-qualified CGI candidates may be considered

What the Team is Saying

Wise Compensation & Benefits Highlights

  • Leave & Time Off Breadth — U.S. materials describe extensive paid leave (PTO, sick time, holidays, “Me Days,” volunteer and compassionate leave) plus a paid six‑week sabbatical after four years. Feedback suggests the time‑off package is a standout element of the offering.
  • Parental & Family Support — Benefits information highlights up to 18 weeks of fully paid parental leave in many locations, with clear tenure qualifiers in some markets. Feedback suggests these policies are robust and a notable strength.
  • Equity Value & Accessibility — Company and job-posting materials indicate RSUs are a regular part of compensation, with a shift toward RSUs since 2022. Feedback suggests the equity component is a relatively substantial part of total rewards.

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The Company
9,000 Employees
Year Founded: 2011

What We Do

Wise is a global technology company, building the best way to move and manage the world's money. With Wise Account and Wise Business, people and businesses can hold 40 currencies, move money between countries and spend money abroad. Large companies and banks use Wise technology too; an entirely new network for the world's money. Launched in 2011, Wise is one of the world’s fastest growing, profitable tech companies. In fiscal year 2025, Wise supported around 15.6 million people and businesses, processing over $185 billion in cross-border transactions and saving customers around $2.6 billion.

Why Work With Us

We’re truly global in who we are, how we work, and how we build. Everything we do is centred around creating a world of money that’s fast, easy, fair. And open to all. Everyone who works here owns a piece of Wise, from the work they do, to the stock they hold.

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Employees engage in a combination of remote and on-site work.

We expect new joiners in the office most days to build connections and learn from colleagues for their first six months. After that, most Wisers split their working week between the office and home, typically coming in at least 12 times a month.

Typical time on-site: Flexible
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