Vice President (Fiduciary Services)

Overview of role

Walkers Professional Services (WPS) invites applications for a Vice President, Fiduciary Services to join our growing business in Bermuda. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing directorship services, board support, and other corporate governance-related duties to a diverse range of Bermuda companies.

Education, Skills & Experience

• Discharging the fiduciary obligations of a board director for Bermuda local and exempted companies across various industries, including CLOs, special purpose financing and securitization vehicles, holding companies, insurance companies, digital asset businesses, and private trust companies.
• Attending annual and special general meetings, board and committee meetings, and taking detailed minutes for Bermuda companies, including regulated entities.
• Liaising with attorneys, investment managers, investment bankers, and other relevant parties regarding new business setup and ongoing matters.
• Analyzing deal documents, identifying potential issues, managing tight timelines, and directly interacting with clients and counsel.
• Reviewing and assessing potential business opportunities, preparing fee proposals, and obtaining new business acceptance approvals.
• Identifying key risk areas, providing risk management solutions, and ensuring adherence to regulatory and compliance guidelines.
• Managing accounts receivable and initial billing for the assigned portfolio.
• Designing, implementing, and overseeing internal controls and key operating procedures, and ensuring compliance with Walkers Bermuda and WPS policies.
• Maintaining accurate records in the proprietary database, tracking transaction dates, and recording annual deliverables.
• Developing strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including clients, service providers, and key industry contacts.
• Identifying and pursuing opportunities to contribute to the growth of the WPS business within the region.
• Initiating, leading, or assisting with ad hoc projects as required.

Duties, Responsibilities & Person Specification

• A degree in law, accounting, or business administration from a reputable university.
• A minimum of five to seven years of relevant work experience in industry or professional practice.
• In-depth knowledge of strong corporate governance practices.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• A solid understanding of local and international issues affecting the financial services industry, particularly in regulated financial services and/or insurance.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Outlook.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• The ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.

Walkers offers a dynamic working environment with opportunities for career progression and an excellent remuneration package, including a discretionary performance based bonus, pension and fully covered health insurance for employees and 5 weeks' vacation. Remuneration will commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Please note that Walkers will not accept any applications received from agencies at this time. Only candidates selected for interview will be contacted after the closing of the role.