Entity Management & Compliance Manager

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The Regional Entity Management & Compliance Manager will ensure Entity Management complies with all relevant regulatory and legal requirements, promoting adherence to applicable policies and procedures, at all times. Actively managing risk and ensuring compliance, whilst proactively identifying issues and developing solutions. Responsible for Managing & controlling all aspects of Entity creation, changes and maintenance.

Key Responsibilities:

• •Administration – contribute and ensure that we have one source of truth for accurate Entity information, Documentation & Validation
• •Maintain metrics and a reporting framework to accurately articulate project performance where targeted on opening new entities
• •Support the Business Leadership in the implementation of growth plans
• •Project Management support and ensuring the completion of projects on time and within budget.
• •Liaising with local legal service providers for entity incorporation, registered address & office, and mandatory licensing and registrations.
• •Collaborating with our internal team across; HR, Payroll, Finance, Product and Marketing.
• •Reviewing of legal advice across new countries.
• •Reviewing and updating processes that will ensure best practices and success.
• •Assisting internal teams with business model-related queries.
• •Keep up to date on legal/regulatory/tax-based developments or changes that could affect Entity compliance in region
• •Ensure the Safeguard Global business is compliant with local regulations and laws.

• •Acts with the highest level of integrity at all times
• •Act in the best interests of Safeguard Global at all times
• •Will be clear, open and transparent in your communications with colleagues and customers
• •Promptly report any issues (or possible issues) you identify to your manager (or an appropriate member of the senior management team) for consideration and resolution
• •Never make any statement that is misleading, false or deceptive
• •Manage Safeguard Global expenditure on external counsel, ensuring stay within budget
• •Evaluate, adapt and apply industry best practices related to entity management methodologies and processes to help improve outcomes on assigned business initiatives.

Skills & Experience:

• •2 – 4 years experience working with Entities
• •Knowledge of governance and company entity matters including set up.
• •Strong experience of having worked in global business environment.
• •Experience in managing third party service providers to deliver requests.
• •Addressing escalations and identifying proposed path to resolution.
• •Proven ability to communicate effectively with business leaders, stakeholders, and management to drive achievement of goals, resolve conflicts, and gain consensus.
• •Ability to identify and diagnose problems and develop solutions or improvements independently and provide and supervise the implementation of recommendations.
• •Experience of working in a high volume, process driven environment and balancing multiple priorities and deadlines.
• •The ability to develop and nurture relationships with internal business partners, our external network and Senior Leadership
• •Ability to influence other internal senior management peers with regards to the entity management strategy
• •Possess strong analytical, decision making and prioritization skills
• •Thoughtful, fast, disciplined execution

Measures of Success

• •Maintain 100% accuracy and completeness of entity records, corporate documentation, and governance data within designated systems of record.
• •Deliver entity incorporation, restructuring, and dissolution projects within agreed timelines and budget parameters.
• •Achieve compliance with all statutory filing, licensing, registration, and governance obligations across assigned jurisdictions.
• •Minimise compliance risks by proactively identifying, escalating, and resolving entity governance issues before regulatory deadlines are impacted.
• •Produce accurate and timely management reporting on entity activity, project progress, compliance status, risks, and expenditure.
• •Maintain positive stakeholder satisfaction through effective partnership with Legal, HR, Finance, Payroll, Tax, Product, Marketing, and external service providers.
• •Ensure external counsel and service provider expenditure remains within approved budgets while meeting quality and service expectations.
• •Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance entity management processes, governance controls, operational efficiency, and data integrity.
• •Successfully support the company's expansion strategy through the timely establishment of entities and required registrations in new jurisdictions.
• •Demonstrate strong governance oversight by ensuring all entity-related activities adhere to internal policies, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.

Core Competencies

Technical & Functional Competencies

• •Entity Management & Corporate Governance
• •Regulatory & Compliance Knowledge
• •Risk Identification & Mitigation
• •Project Management
• •Process Improvement & Optimisation
• •Financial & Budget Management
• •Data Management, Reporting & Analytics
• •Vendor & Third-Party Relationship Management

Behavioural Competencies

• •Integrity & Ethics – Demonstrates sound judgement, confidentiality, and adherence to the highest ethical standards.
• •Accountability – Takes ownership of deliverables, decisions, and outcomes while following through on commitments.
• •Attention to Detail – Ensures accuracy and consistency in documentation, compliance requirements, and reporting.
• •Problem Solving – Effectively identifies issues, evaluates options, and implements practical solutions.
• •Stakeholder Management – Builds trusted relationships across functions, levels, and external partners.
• •Communication & Influence – Communicates clearly and confidently, adapting messaging to different audiences and gaining alignment where required.
• •Collaboration – Works effectively across global teams and fosters productive partnerships.
• •Adaptability & Resilience – Navigates changing priorities, regulatory environments, and business needs with flexibility.
• •Planning & Prioritisation – Manages multiple projects and deadlines effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• •Continuous Improvement Mindset – Actively seeks opportunities to enhance governance processes, controls, and operational effectiveness.

Who we are and what we do:

Safeguard Global is…Global! We help 1500+ companies hire, manage, and pay employees in 170+ countries. Join us to meet diverse talent, explore new cultures, and connect with amazing folks from around the globe. ✈️

Our Global Benefits

• •👨‍💻 Autonomy & Flexibility (Work in Any Way): Remote first, with the flexibility to include school runs and gym breaks in your schedule all while maintaining a high standard of work.
• •🧑‍🍼 Bonding Leave: Enjoy paid leave to bond with your new family member.
• •🎁 2 Charitable Days: Contribute to causes you believe in.
• •🏆 Reward & Recognition Program: Be rewarded for your success and championing our values.
• •💰 Corporate bonus/SIP: All Guardians are eligible for our annual bonus scheme or sales incentive plan.
• •🏢 Coworking Space : Need to meet with a client, utilize admin services or just get out of the house? We’ve got you covered with flexible workspace options based on location.

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