Corporate Secretary

About the role

The Corporate Secretary-Designate supports the President in fulfilling their responsibilities to the board, supporting board members and senior management in corporate governance, regulatory compliance and board administration. The role covers two entities: Templeton World Charity Foundation and Templeton Religion Trust. It calls for attention to detail, strategic foresight and strong communication skills.

Key responsibilities

• Organize board and committee meetings, prepare agendas, distribute materials and record minutes accurately
• Maintain records of board and committee activities and manage communications with board members, including notices, proxy statements and meeting logistics
• Coordinate annual general meetings and special shareholder meetings, including travel and accommodation for Board Members
• Assist in the induction and training of new board members
• Collect, review and negotiate contracts and final billings, administer the Board Portal and process reimbursements, honoraria and letters
• Develop and maintain the governance framework, keep a register of directors, trustees, officers and members, and obtain certificates of good standing and incumbency
• Advise the board on governance best practices, monitor legislative changes and liaise with lawyers, auditors and regulators
• File statutory returns and corporate documents with government agencies, and maintain corporate records, policies and shareholder correspondence
• Support event planning for foundation-related meetings and events

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Law, Finance, Corporate Governance or a related field; a Master's degree, MBA or professional certification (e.g. Chartered Secretary, CCGP) is strongly preferred
• At least 4 years of experience in corporate governance, legal or regulatory compliance, or corporate secretarial functions
• Experience working with boards, senior executives and regulatory agencies; familiarity with Bahamian corporate law and governance frameworks; prior experience in financial services or with offshore entities is advantageous
• Strong ethics, confidentiality and discretion, with the ability to make sound judgments under pressure

Required skills

• Knowledge of Bahamian corporate law, governance codes and regulatory frameworks
• Scheduling, minute drafting, record keeping and annual report filing
• Excellent writing skills for reports, minutes and regulatory filings
• Ability to manage complex information and multiple responsibilities with tight deadlines

To apply, send your CV and cover letter by email to the employer's HR contact before Wednesday, 11 November 2026.