Isabella Phyo Phyo Aung
Bangkok
Summary
Seasoned Corporate Governance Expert with over a decade of experience in legal compliance, secretarial practices, and regulatory advisory in Singapore and Myanmar. Proven track record in managing diverse client portfolios, ensuring governance adherence, and leading teams in multinational settings. Eager to contribute my robust problem-solving and organizational skills to your esteemed team.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Corporate Manager
Aung Namate (Myawaddy) Co. Ltd.
2023.05 - 2024.04
- Led team in corporate secretarial duties & compliance
- Streamlined workflows for cross-department synergy
- Coordinated AGMs/EGMs & managed legal filings
- Implemented strong compliance framework & governance
- Acted as key governance liaison for Board and Committee members, promoting effective governance practices.
Assistant Corporate Secretarial Manager
YTK Management Consultants Pte. Ltd.
2022.06 - 2023.05
- Led Corporate Secretarial Department, ensuring top-notch services & governance oversight
- Managed approximately 300 clients' corporate portfolio
- Developed training for secretarial roles, boosting team skills & efficiency
- Implemented SOPs for onboarding & conducted AML compliance training
- Managed secretarial tasks, ensured legal adherence & facilitated AGMs
- Delegated client portfolio responsibilities, guaranteeing efficient task management and quality control.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
Regulatory Compliance Manager
SCM Legal Limited (Myanmar)
2016.01 - 2022.06
- Led market entry support in Myanmar, ensuring legal compliance
- Managed Corporate Secretarial Dept., streamlining permits/licensing
- Advised on legal/regulatory matters to enhance governance/efficiency
- Facilitated UK Visa processes & Foreign Investment applications
- Act as key contact person for the corporate department and handle all corporate clients' compliance needs and day-to-day operation
Senior Paralegal
Baker & Mckenzie Limited
2014.06 - 2016.01
- Guided clients through MIC (Myanmar Investment Commission) compliance & strategic positioning
- Advised on document prep for seamless Companies Registration Office filings
- Maintained corporate books, ensuring statutory compliance for clients
- Prepared & filed documents with DICA, streamlining investment processes
- Acted as key liaison, enhancing client-regulatory body communication
- Advocated for clients in meetings with Ministries & Government Departments
- Built strong ties with DICA to align client goals with regulatory standards
- Researched policy updates, keeping clients informed on government directives
- Expert in business licensing & permits, facilitating foreign market entry.
Corporate Secretary/ Ministry Liaison
DFDL Myanmar Limited
2012.06 - 2014.05
- Reported directly to Partners, Managing Director, and Director, executing their directives with precision
- Coordinated and execute all Board meeting logistics, ensuring adherence to legal and corporate governance standards, and offering expert counsel to Board Directors and clients
- Ensured the firm's compliance with its charter, applicable company law, and regulatory mandates
- Facilitated ongoing communication between Firm and external Board members, enhancing collaborative efforts
- Provided comprehensive legal guidance to management on corporate governance and employment relations matters
- Analyzed and briefed management on corporate documents prior to finalization, ensuring informed decision-making
- Distributed Board meeting notices, agendas, and minutes, as well as documentation for special or extraordinary general meetings
- Managed management and archiving of corporate records for both company and client
- Recorded and maintained detailed minutes and resolutions of board and shareholder meetings, ensuring retrievability for future reference
- Engaged in strategic projects and assignments, contributing to firm's long-term objectives
- Fulfilled role of Corporate Secretary, performing all associated duties in compliance with company law and Board directives
- Represented clients in interactions with various Ministries and Government Departments, advocating on their behalf
- Collaborated with Directorate of Investment and Company Administration (DICA) to advance client interests
- Drafted and filed resolutions for changes in company directors, shareholders, managers, and auditors, ensuring regulatory compliance
- Supervised the preparation and filing of annual general meeting (AGM) documentation
- Conducted research and maintained current knowledge of government policies, business societies, and client-specific interests and projects
- Conducted peer reviews, offering constructive feedback to enhance team performance
- Mentored and led junior staff, fostering culture of professional growth and excellence
- Actively contributed to business development initiatives, including government relations and participation in chambers of commerce and business clubs
- Engaged in knowledge sharing, professional development, and administrative tasks as requested by Company
- Executed additional responsibilities as assigned by Board of Directors, demonstrating versatility and commitment to the Firm's success
Corporate Secretarial Executive
Kelvin Chia Yangon Ltd
2012.12 - 2013.11
- Managed Trade Permits, Company Registration, and Rep Office setup
- Guided investors on CRO document preparation & submission for business setup
- Conducted CRO company Registration & Rep Office applications
- Liaised with banks for capital remittance, bank coordination & investor accounts
- Coordinated with Singapore Team to align client requirements and information sharing.
Assistant Corporate Secretarial
Rikvin Pte. Ltd.
2009.06 - 2012.05
- Executed company formations in Singapore, Marshall Islands, and British Virgin Islands, encompassing entities such as corporations, branch offices, and NGOs
- Diligently maintained statutory registers and records to ensure exemplary corporate governance
- Drafted board resolutions and meeting minutes with attention to detail for impeccable record-keeping
- Proficient in filing e-forms with ACRA and adept at handling e-stamping for share transfer documentation
- Maintained strict adherence to statutory and regulatory compliance requirements
- Facilitated Employment Pass and Permanent Resident applications with "Singapore Ministry of Manpower" and "ICA" with high success rate
Education
MBA - Master of Business Administration
University of Northampton
UK08.2024
Postgraduate
Pearson
UK10.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Dagon University
Myanmar12.2019
Advance Diploma in Business Administration
University of Leicester
UK01.2005
Skills
- Proficient in corporate governance, well-versed in the Companies Act and associated regulations.
- Skilled in managing corporate legal matters and ensuring compliance.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Outstanding organizational and administrative talents, coupled with adept problem-solving capabilities.
- Proficient with MS Office Suite applications.
- Expert in interpreting and elucidating legal documents and procedures.
- Sharp analytical acumen and decisive decision-making skills.
- Artemis (cynopsis.co) Software
- QuickBooks
- Bamboo HR
- Inhouse customized corporate secretarial software
Certification
- Certificate of Completion - Introduction to MAS Regulations and Compliance for Fund Managers in Singapore (P210819HIR) By Waystone
- Certificate of Completion - ACRA's Prescribed Anti-Money Laundering/Combating the Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) by CSIS
- The Board/Company Secretary Program by The Myanmar Institute of Directors (MIoD)
- Certificate of Participating in the Practical Corporate and Commercial Law Training by British Chamber of Commerce Myanmar (Legal Working Group)
Affiliations
The Myanmar Institute of Directors (MIoD) since 2019 till 2023
Language Communication
- English (Proficiency)
- Myanmar (Native)
- Chinese (Basic)
- German (Basic)
Whatsapp Viber
+65 83428463
Line Id
isabella.pp
Successful Track Record
- Successfully implemented and established the standard operating procedure (SOP) internal practice for the relevant business unit in compliance with the applicable laws and regulations of Myanmar and the statutory requirements for Aung Namate (Myawaddy) Co. Ltd.
- Developed a curriculum for YTK Management Pte. Ltd.'s corporate secretarial job for new hires and established the department's manual and compliance guide.
- Established and maintained a fruitful customer relationship for YTK Management Pte. Ltd.'s corporate services department.
- Completed and contributed to successful projects and secured licenses, permits, and registrations for clients pertaining to Myanmar investment sectors; these included permits for factories, restaurants, private schools, telecommunications, and buildings; additionally, the establishment of the Taiwan Trade Center in Myanmar was accomplished.
- Accomplished the required manufacturing licenses and licenses for health and oral care investors.
- Obtained successful Telecom and Tower license for an Internet services provider.
- Handled and secured the licensing and operation of microfinance sectors, non-profit organization registration, representative office, and subsidiary office establishment, and insurance company licensing and operation in Myanmar with success.
- Acquired a Commercial Import/Export License and engaged in labor contract negotiations with relevant authorities. Successfully obtained the Permitted works related to the Food and Drug Administration.
- Filed successful applications for hotel, travel, and tour licenses.
- Accomplished the UK Visa's 100% success rate for the student, parent, and guardian visa applications.
Timeline
Assistant Corporate Manager
Aung Namate (Myawaddy) Co. Ltd.
2023.05 - 2024.04
Assistant Corporate Secretarial Manager
YTK Management Consultants Pte. Ltd.
2022.06 - 2023.05
Regulatory Compliance Manager
SCM Legal Limited (Myanmar)
2016.01 - 2022.06
Senior Paralegal
Baker & Mckenzie Limited
2014.06 - 2016.01
Corporate Secretarial Executive
Kelvin Chia Yangon Ltd
2012.12 - 2013.11
Corporate Secretary/ Ministry Liaison
DFDL Myanmar Limited
2012.06 - 2014.05
Assistant Corporate Secretarial
Rikvin Pte. Ltd.
2009.06 - 2012.05
MBA - Master of Business Administration
University of Northampton
Postgraduate
Pearson
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Dagon University
Advance Diploma in Business Administration
University of Leicester
- Certificate of Completion - Introduction to MAS Regulations and Compliance for Fund Managers in Singapore (P210819HIR) By Waystone
- Certificate of Completion - ACRA's Prescribed Anti-Money Laundering/Combating the Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) by CSIS
- The Board/Company Secretary Program by The Myanmar Institute of Directors (MIoD)
- Certificate of Participating in the Practical Corporate and Commercial Law Training by British Chamber of Commerce Myanmar (Legal Working Group)
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