The role of the company secretary in Malaysia has undergone significant transformations over the years. This article delves into the dynamic character of the company secretary's function, historically viewed as a clerical position, today plays a critical part in maintaining legal compliance, transparent discourse, technological advancements alongside effective corporate governance within modern business landscape. It is the aim of this article to explore the changing responsibilities of a company secretary in the context of modern business practices. The methodology deployed in this study is known as a doctrinal study which is common among the legal fraternity. A thorough an examination of relevant statutes, regulations, court decisions, and scholarly literature is carried out to explore the changing environment of the company secretary's profession and its consequences upon modern corporate governance in Malaysia. This study also analyses how these changes may affect Malaysia's corporate governance, accountability, and sustainable modern business landscape. It is found that the current company secretary plays multiple roles in ensuring compliance and adhering to corporate governance. The Companies Act 2016 imposes heavier legal penalty upon a company secretary who has breached his legal duties. Therefore, a company secretary must be a person of integrity having a strong character. In sum, this article highlights the significance of this evolution in promoting organisational transparency and accountability which is vital in modern business landscape.