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Three areas of practice. One standard of professional conduct.
Each Durian Advisory service is structured to address a specific governance or compliance need, delivered by advisers with direct Singapore regulatory experience.
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How engagements are structured
Every engagement begins with a written scope document. This is not a standard intake form — it is a substantive description of what will be produced, the methodology that will be applied, the timeline for delivery, and the fee basis. Clients review and confirm this document before any advisory work commences.
Work is conducted by the adviser assigned to the engagement. Where a matter requires input from a second specialist within the practice, this is coordinated internally without creating additional contact points or delays for the client.
Deliverables are structured for practical use. A governance manual is designed to function as a working reference. A compliance audit report is written to inform board discussion, not merely to document findings. A filing confirmation includes a summary of what was submitted and when, with copies of key documents held on file.
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Scope Confirmed
Written engagement scope reviewed and agreed before work begins
02
Assessment Phase
Review of relevant documentation, regulatory position, and entity context
03
Advisory & Drafting
Preparation of deliverables with client review at key milestones
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Delivery & Follow-up
Final deliverable with post-engagement clarification access
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Board Advisory & Governance Framework
from S$190 per engagement
This service is structured around the practical requirements of building and maintaining an effective board governance framework in Singapore. It covers assessment of existing arrangements, identification of gaps relative to the Singapore Code of Corporate Governance, and development of the documentation and structures needed to address them.
Suitable for listed companies seeking to strengthen governance ahead of regulatory review, private enterprises preparing for institutional investment or acquisition, and not-for-profit organisations establishing formal board structures for the first time.
What is included:
- Assessment of current board composition against Singapore Code recommendations
- Board charter and committee terms of reference development or review
- Advisory on independent director requirements and board effectiveness
- Governance manual preparation tailored to the organisation's structure
- Briefing note for board or audit committee on key findings
Typical engagement timeline: 3–6 weeks
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Regulatory Filing & Reporting
from S$410 per engagement
ACRA filings and regulatory notifications are statutory obligations with real consequences for late or inaccurate submission. This service removes the uncertainty of managing these obligations internally, placing them with an adviser who understands the requirements and tracks the relevant deadlines as part of routine practice.
Designed for companies that wish to maintain accurate and timely compliance records without diverting management attention from core operations. Particularly relevant around annual return filing windows, directorship changes, and capital structure events.
What is included:
- Annual return preparation and ACRA filing
- Directors' resolution drafting and maintenance
- Change of directorship and share capital notifications
- Registered office and officer change filings
- Filing confirmation and document retention summary
Typical engagement timeline: 1–3 weeks per filing cycle
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Compliance Audit & Risk Assessment
from S$680 per engagement
A structured review of the organisation's compliance posture across applicable regulatory frameworks — the Companies Act, the Securities and Futures Act, and industry-specific requirements as relevant. The audit uses a risk-based methodology that prioritises findings by exposure level, giving management and the board a clear picture of where attention is most warranted.
Relevant for organisations preparing for regulatory inspections, responding to compliance incidents, or wishing to proactively identify and address vulnerabilities before they become enforcement matters.
What is included:
- Risk-based review across applicable regulatory frameworks
- Internal controls and procedures assessment
- Compliance gap identification with exposure rating
- Prioritised remediation action plan with effort estimates
- Board-ready audit report suitable for committee presentation
Typical engagement timeline: 3–6 weeks
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Selecting the right engagement
The three services address distinct needs. Many clients engage more than one over time.
| Feature | Board Advisory | Regulatory Filing | Compliance Audit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Governance framework review | — | ||
| ACRA statutory filings | — | — | |
| Board charter development | — | — | |
| Risk-based gap identification | — | — | |
| Remediation action plan | — | — | |
| Event-driven notifications | — | — | |
| Starting from (SGD) | S$190 | S$410 | S$680 |
* Final fees depend on confirmed scope and entity complexity. Written estimates provided before work commences.
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Professional standards applied across all services
Security & Confidentiality
Client materials are handled with professional confidentiality. Access is limited to advisers with a direct need for each engagement.
Quality Review
Deliverables are subject to internal review before client delivery, with a second adviser confirming accuracy of regulatory references and document structure.
Post-Delivery Access
Clients may contact their engagement adviser with follow-up questions after delivery, for a defined period at no additional charge.
Regulatory Currency
All advisory references current Singapore legislation and regulatory guidance. Significant changes affecting active engagements are communicated proactively.
Written Deliverables
All advice of substance is confirmed in writing. Verbal discussions are followed by written summaries where they inform engagement deliverables.
Professional Indemnity
Durian Advisory carries professional indemnity insurance appropriate to the scope of services provided to Singapore corporate clients.
Not certain which service applies to your situation?
A brief conversation is usually sufficient to identify the most relevant engagement type and confirm whether we can assist. No obligation is created by reaching out.
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