Corporate Administration Services
We offer a comprehensive suite of corporate administration services designed to support businesses of all sizes. Whether your business requires additional corporate administration support, or needs its operations streamlined, we can assist.
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Corporate administration plays a pivotal role in today's UAE business landscape, serving as the backbone for ensuring compliance, efficiency, and strategic alignment across industries. As the UAE continues to attract global businesses with its dynamic economy and favourable investment climate, effective corporate administration becomes essential for managing complex regulations and fostering corporate governance. Our seasoned team has a profound understanding of local regulations and best practices, ensuring that your company remains in compliance.
From managing board meetings and data rooms to cash management, handling statutory submissions and drafting corporate documents, we can meet the full extent of our corporate client's administration requirements. Our expertise also extends to arranging short-term secretarial projects and liaising with local authorities.
Benefits of outsourcing Corporate Administration to Equiom
- Access to expertise: Our team comprises qualified professionals with credentials spanning legal practice, company secretarial roles, STEP, and the Chartered Institute of Secretaries, offering industry-recognised expertise.
- Secretariat specialisation: Specialised in delivering secretarial services to listed companies, financial and non-financial institutions, as well as groups and holding companies
- Comprehensive support: We offer comprehensive support to all companies in the UAE including freezone entities and those based in the DIFC and the ADGM.
- Time and cost savings: Outsourcing corporate administration allows businesses to save on the costs associated with recruiting and training in-house staff, which is particularly beneficial for medium enterprises.
- Ensured regulatory compliance: Professional service providers are skilled in navigating complex regulatory environments, significantly reducing the risk of non-compliance and associated penalties.
We can provide:
Our corporate administration services cover a wide range of tasks designed to streamline your administrative processes and ensure regulatory compliance. Our team can assist with various corporate administration tasks, including:
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ADGM Company Setup
We support company setup in ADGM, offering end-to-end guidance on structuring, incorporation, and regulatory compliance. We ensure a seamless process tailored to client objectives and aligned with ADGM’s framework for financial and non-financial entities.
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DIFC Company Setup
We assist clients with setting up in the DIFC, managing incorporation and regulatory steps under DFSA requirements. Our team provides practical guidance to navigate structuring, licensing, and governance within this leading financial centre.
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Licence Applications
We support the setup and management of regulated entities in ADGM, DIFC, and mainland UAE. We assist with structuring, licensing, and compliance under DFSA, FSRA, SCA, and VARA, ensuring a smooth and fully compliant setup aligned with your business goals.
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SPV (Special Purpose Vehicle) Setup
Equiom specialises in SPV formation across the ADGM and DIFC for asset holding, investment, and risk isolation. We handle incorporation, regulatory filings, and ongoing administration to meet local requirements and international structuring standards.
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Foundation Setup
We establish UAE-based foundations for succession, wealth preservation, or charitable purposes. Our team ensures legal compliance, efficient governance, and alignment with client intentions across jurisdictions including ADGM and DIFC.
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Holding Company Setup
We support the creation of holding structures in the UAE free zones and financial centres. Our services include structuring advice, incorporation, and full administration to support consolidated ownership and operational flexibility.
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Family Office Setup
Equiom helps establish family office structures in the UAE to centralise asset management, succession, and governance. We provide setup, regulatory support, and long-term administration tailored to family goals and operating models.
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Entity Management & Corporate Structuring
We provide expert guidance in setting up and managing your corporate entities, ensuring they are structured in the most effective way to meet your operational, tax, and strategic objectives.
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Government Liaison & Public Relations Officer (PRO) Support
We assist with a wide range of tasks, including visa processing, company registration, and ongoing government interactions. Our team ensures that all your dealings with government authorities are smooth, compliant and efficient.
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Registered Office and Registered Agent Services
We provide a compliant and professional address for your business. Our Registered Agent services ensure that your company complies with local regulations, including the receipt and forwarding of official documents and maintaining statutory registers.
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Reach out to us today to discover how our corporate administration services can contribute to your business's growth.
Why choose Equiom?
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A dedicated team
Emphasis on client service and professionalism, combined with fully comprehensive administration service
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Local knowledge
A deep understanding of regional regulations and practices ensures compliance and efficiency
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Personalised
Bespoke solutions to meet your specific needs or challenges
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Expertise
Corporate knowledge and experience combined with commercial awareness and high standards of corporate governance
Meet the team
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Jonathan Wheeler
Head of Middle East
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Wendie Popering
Head of Operations - Middle East
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Mitchell White
Corporate Services Director
About Equiom Group
For over four decades, Equiom Group has supported international corporations, high net worth individuals, and families worldwide with their fiduciary and related business support needs.
With offices in the leading international finance centres, including a strong local presence with 6 offices across the Middle East, we operate as a truly global entity, offering a comprehensive suite of professional and business support services. We deliver those services ‘The Equiom Way’ – with passion, reliability and responsiveness.
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