Company Secretarial

Company Secretarial Services in Kenya

Good governance and reliable compliance are the foundation of a well-run company. OLM Law provides company secretarial services in Kenya to companies of all sizes — from foreign-owned subsidiaries and regulated institutions to growing local businesses — making sure statutory obligations are met accurately and on time.

The statutory framework

The Companies Act 2015 sets out the governance and filing obligations every company must observe, and filings are made through the Business Registration Service (BRS). Many companies are required to retain a qualified company secretary, and all must maintain statutory registers, file annual returns and keep their records at the registry up to date. We help clients meet these duties without diverting management time.

How we help

• Statutory registers and records — maintaining registers of members, directors and charges, and keeping minute books in order.
• Annual returns and filings — preparing and lodging annual returns and notifying changes to directors, shareholders, registered office and share capital.
• Beneficial ownership — preparing and filing beneficial-ownership information in line with current requirements.
• Board and shareholder support — convening and minuting board and general meetings, drafting resolutions and advising on procedure.
• Outsourced company secretary — acting as, or supporting, the company secretary under a retainer — a cost-effective solution for SMEs and foreign subsidiaries.

Why clients choose OLM

Compliance lapses carry real consequences, from penalties to difficulties in transactions and financings. Our team treats secretarial work as part of a wider governance picture, flagging issues early and keeping companies in good standing.

Frequently asked questions

Does my company need a company secretary in Kenya?

Companies above the threshold set in the Companies Act 2015 are required to appoint a qualified company secretary; smaller companies may appoint one voluntarily, and many do so to ensure compliance.

What is the deadline for annual returns?

A company must file an annual return each year within the period prescribed under the Companies Act. We diarise and manage these deadlines on our clients’ behalf.

To outsource your company secretarial function or bring your filings up to date, speak to OLM Law.