Corporate Office
/ˈkɔːrpərɪt ˈɒfɪs/
Definitions
- (n.) The central administrative headquarters of a corporation where executive management and key administrative functions are conducted.
The corporate office issued the new company policy to all subsidiaries.
- (n.) The legal entity or place responsible for corporate governance and compliance oversight within a company.
All legal decisions must be approved by the corporate office to ensure regulatory compliance.
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Commentary
The term 'corporate office' often denotes the location where central strategic and legal decisions are made, distinct from branch or operational sites; clarity is key when drafting corporate governance documents to specify its role.
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