Council Secretary – IPO Preparation

About the role

Bostani, a leading provider of luxury chocolates and corporate gifts, is preparing for an Initial Public Offering in Saudi Arabia. We are looking for an experienced Council Secretary to lead the governance and secretarial functions that will ensure a smooth IPO journey.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and manage all administrative and procedural aspects of the IPO readiness programme.
• Act as the primary liaison for the council, providing expert advice on governance matters.
• Organise council and committee meetings, prepare agendas, and record accurate minutes.
• Coordinate with legal advisors, underwriters, regulatory bodies and other external stakeholders throughout the IPO process.
• Oversee the corporate due‑diligence process, ensuring documentation is complete and readily available.
• Develop and implement a corporate governance framework that meets the requirements for a publicly listed entity in Saudi Arabia.
• Maintain statutory books, including registers of members, directors and secretaries, and ensure compliance with Saudi Companies Law and CMA regulations.

Required profile

• Proven senior experience as a Company Secretary or in a comparable corporate governance role.
• Hands‑on experience guiding at least one company through a full IPO process.
• In‑depth knowledge of Saudi corporate law, CMA regulations and best practices in governance.
• Exceptional organisational, project‑management and problem‑solving abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for interaction with senior executives and external parties.

Required skills