Corporate Secretary

The incumbent is responsible for the provision of corporate secretarial services to the Board and Executives and provides support and advice on key matters of compliance with legal, statutory and regulatory requirements and corporate governance.

Core Purpose
The incumbent is responsible for the provision of corporate secretarial service to the Board and Executives and provides support and advice on key matters of compliance with legal, statutory and regulatory requirements and corporate governance. The incumbent also
provides Legal Services and advice to the Agency in accordance with local and international best practice standards relating to the Agency’s contractual agreements and other business-related transactions.

Required Competencies

• Expert knowledge in applicable Laws and Regulations of Trinidad and Tobago pertinent to the Agency
• Expert knowledge in conducting legal research and assimilating information into Legal Opinions and Briefs
• Expert knowledge in Corporate and Business Law theory, principles and practices
• Specialist knowledge of Public Sector Governance
• Working knowledge of Corporate Law & Governance Regulation

Qualifications and Requirements of the Role

• Legal Education Certificate (LEC) or equivalent from a recognised institution
• Bachelor of Law (LLB.) or equivalent from a recognised institution
• Certification as a Chartered Secretary
• Master’s Degree in Law or equivalent qualification would be an asset OR
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training

Experience
A minimum of 7-8 years experience performing duties as a corporate secretary or in a senior legal capacity
Or
Thoroughly-demonstrated proficiency in applying Corporate Governance arrangements for companies, legal analysis, providing legal advice and supporting Boards and Executive Management on legal matters