Why CoWorkSpace Suits CMS Licensed Companies
For Capital Markets Services (CMS) Licence holders, maintaining a dedicated, secure office is not just a preference—it’s a regulatory requirement.
The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) mandates that CMS-licensed entities operate from a physical office space that is secure and accessible only to the company’s personnel.
CoWorkSpace at 6 Raffles Quay #16-01, Singapore 048580 meets these criteria, offering private offices with controlled access to ensure compliance with MAS regulations.
Situated in the heart of Singapore’s Central Business District (CBD), CoWorkSpace places your firm among the skyscrapers that hold the names of global banks.
It’s not just a matter of being near professionals — you’re surrounded by people who speak the same language of finance.
The address itself carries weight.
Being based at Raffles Quay quietly associates your company with capital markets, wealth, and trust.
It becomes part of your brand — one that clients, investors, and auditors immediately recognise.
On a practical level, couriers to and from banks are faster and more predictable.
Meeting clients, arranging signings, or catching up with legal and tax professionals becomes easier when you are in the same coworking space.
6 Raffles Quay #16-01 isn’t just a location — it’s access.
Essentials Before Providing Capital Market Services
1. Incorporate Your Company
Register your entity as a private limited company in Singapore.
Ensure that your business activities align with the CMS licence requirements stipulated by MAS.
2. Secure a CMS Licence
Apply for the appropriate CMS licence based on your intended regulated activities, such as fund management or dealing with securities.
MAS requires detailed documentation, including business plans and compliance frameworks.
3. Establish Compliance Frameworks
Implement robust compliance policies, including Anti-Money Laundering (AML) procedures, risk management systems, and internal audit mechanisms.
CoWorkSpace’s secure IT infrastructure supports these needs with private networks and data protection measures in place.
4. Set Up Operational Infrastructure
Equip your office with necessary tools: secure storage for confidential documents, reliable communication systems, and meeting spaces for client interactions.
CoWorkSpace provides fully furnished offices with meeting room access and mail handling services that mirror the standards expected of finance firms.
10-Step Guide: Setting Up Your CMS Licence Company at CoWorkSpace
1. Company Incorporation
Register your business with ACRA as a private limited company.
2. Licence Application
Submit your CMS licence application to MAS with required documents, frameworks, and financial projections.
3. Office Selection
Choose a private, secure office suite at CoWorkSpace that meets MAS's licensing requirements.
4. Compliance Setup
Implement your internal compliance systems — AML, onboarding, audit, and internal controls — supported by CoWorkSpace’s secure infrastructure.
5. Staff Recruitment
Hire required personnel including representatives and compliance officers, as specified under MAS regulations.
6. Operational Tools
Install secure storage, establish digital tools, and set up internal systems for reporting and trade logs.
7. Client Engagement
Use meeting rooms and your CBD address to host client discussions, investor briefings, and regulatory visits.
8. Networking
Build relationships with fellow finance professionals within CoWorkSpace.
If you’re a fund manager, relationship manager, banker, or business owner in the finance space, you’ll know that networking is the culture.
CoWorkSpace is operated by people who understand this industry.
It’s not just a case of who's down the corridor — you’re in the heart of the CBD, surrounded by people who naturally speak the same language.
The environment encourages open conversations not just about markets, but about compliance, internal audits, and how to build something sustainable.
People are genuinely willing to help — not compete — because everyone here understands the same necessary pains and is working toward the same standards.
9. Regulatory Liaison
Maintain communication with MAS and stay up to date with any MASNet circulars, notices, or policy updates.
10. Ongoing Review
Continue refining your operations, training, and compliance framework as your firm scales or your licence scope changes.
Ready to Establish Your CMS Licensed Company?
CoWorkSpace at 6 Raffles Quay #16-01, Singapore 048580 offers more than just desks.
The infrastructure, the location, and the community are shaped by people who know the finance industry — because they come from it.
If you’re looking for a space where MAS compliance is understood, courier logistics are predictable, and every meeting feels a little closer — you’ve found it.
Schedule a tour or speak with us to see how CoWorkSpace can support your next phase.